Property owners and managers are responsible for making sure their premises are properly maintained and reasonably safe for visitors. If a property owner fails in this regard and you are injured as a result, you may be able to get compensation for your medical bills and other damages.
Georgia laws regarding premises liability are complex, and not every injury on another party’s property is suitable for a lawsuit. Negligence of the property owner or operator must be clearly established. If you believe your injury accident was caused by the carelessness of a business owner or other party, our Atlanta premises liability lawyers at The Stoddard Firm can review the facts of your case and advise you about your potential options.
You are probably confused and unsure of your rights. When you are injured in motorcycle accidents or any accident that occurred while you were out and about, on another’s property, you may be confused about how you should react. And, frankly, when you are hurt and in pain, you should not have to undergo the stress of trying to figure it all out. Your focus should be on recuperating.
When we accept your case, we will handle the legal steps from beginning to end. We will thoroughly investigate your situation, accurately account for your losses, complete and file all necessary forms and paperwork, and negotiate with the property owners’ insurance company to obtain a fair settlement. If we are unable to reach a settlement, we’ll advise you about resolving your case in court. Basically, we do everything to try and get you a beneficial outcome.
Our respected attorneys have extensive backgrounds effectively resolving premises liability cases:
You can take a look at our results to see what we have done for past clients. We cannot guarantee a dollar amount for you, but we can guarantee that we will work hard to try and obtain the highest settlement possible based on the facts of your case.
Here are examples of types of damages that may be claimed in premises liability cases:
Most claims involve a combination of these types of damages.
Common property hazards that can cause people to slip and fall or have other serious injury accidents include the following:
We will carefully investigate to determine what led to your injuries and hold all at-fault parties accountable.
Following are broad answers to some of the questions we frequently receive.
How long do I have to file my premises liability case in Atlanta?
Premises liability cases must generally be filed within 2 years of the date that you were injured, however, there are sometimes exceptions making the period shorter or longer. With that said, it is often beneficial not to wait to file as evidence can become lost and witness memories may fade.
How do you prove negligence in premises liability?
Georgia Code § 51-3-1 holds property owners responsible for keeping their properties safe in a variety of instances. If they fail to do so, they may be sued for negligence. Proving negligence involves showing that the property owner owed you a duty of care; they knew about the hazard and failed to correct it or warn about it; you were injured as a result; and you suffered damages.
What does It cost to hire your premises liability lawyer?
We work on a contingency fee basis. You do not pay us anything upfront to secure our services. We receive payment after we reach a satisfactory settlement or award in your favor. In the unusual circumstance that we don’t win, you don’t owe us anything.
How much is my case worth?
Without knowing the specific facts of your case, it is impossible for us to predict what it may be worth. We will advise you when we understand all the facts. Every case is unique, and those differences play a big role in determining value.
Speak with us directly to get specific answers for your case.
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