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Questions About Dangerous Premises

Atlanta, Georgia

I was attacked in the parking lot at my grocery store. Are the store owners liable for expenses due to my injuries?
It depends on the environment. If you can show that lighting was not adequate, if there was a significant rate of criminal activity at the site and security officers were not made available, you may have a case. Document everything you can about the site and bring it to your consultation with a Robbins & Associates attorney who specializes in dangerous premises law. Our attorney will help you determine whether you are entitled to compensation.

If someone falls in my home and is hurt can I be sued?
Most homeowner's insurance policies provide coverage for medical bills incurred by others, regardless of fault. Check your policy; if it is unclear contact your insurance agent.

My husband tripped on a cracked sidewalk and broke his wrist. Does he have a case against the city?
It depends on the statutes of the state. Some states give local governments immunity against cases like this. If your state does not provide this immunity, your husband may have a case, if he can show that the city failed to maintain the sidewalk properly. Consult with an attorney who specializes in dangerous premises law to learn specific information that can help determine if your husband can bring action against the city.

Who can be sued for unsafe premises? Is it only the property owner?
The owner is most often held responsible. But other entities may also be sued, such as an apartment complex manager, a janitorial service, gardening service, or security company. A tenant can sometimes be sued, as in the case of a shop owner who rents the premises.

How would witnesses be used in a dangerous premises case?
Robbins & Associates attorneys would want to investigate any previous incidents on those premises, by way of showing that the owner knew or should have known there was danger present. People familiar with the premises could help by testifying how long it's been since proper maintenance was performed, or how long defects have been present like blown-out lights.

If you or a loved one has been injured on someone else's property in Atlanta or anywhere in Georgia, please call or email our experienced dangerous premises attorneys today to schedule your free initial consultation.

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