What is Premises Liability? Can I Sue a Store? 🏪💼
Premises liability is a legal term that refers to a property owner's responsibility to keep their property safe for visitors. If you are injured on someone else's property—be it a store, a restaurant, or a private residence—due to a dangerous condition, you may have a premises liability claim. Statistics from the CDC show that falls are the leading cause of non-fatal injuries in the U.S. Common causes include wet floors without warning signs, uneven walkways, poor lighting, or a lack of proper security. To have a case, you must prove that the property owner either caused the dangerous condition, knew about it but did nothing, or should have known about it through reasonable maintenance. A lawyer can help you gather the necessary evidence to prove the owner's negligence.
