9 Types of Premises Liability Cases Everyone Should Know About

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In this article, we will be discIn this article, we will be discussing 9 different types of premises liability cases that everyone should be aware of. These include slip and fall accidents, dog bites, toxic substances, defective products, construction accidents, elevator/escalator accidents, parking lot injuries, swimming pool/spa injuries.

Each year about 4 billion dollars are awarded to compensate premises liability injury victims. If you have been injured on someone’s property due to another person’s negligence or carelessness with their property then you may be able to file a lawsuit against them for compensation.

1. Slip and Fall Accidents

Slip and fall accidents are one of the most common types of premises liability cases. They can happen anywhere – on a sidewalk, in a store, or even at someone’s home. The most common cause of a slip and fall accident is when there is a spill or wet floor that the victim didn’t see.

There are many different types of slip and fall accidents that can occur. Some of the most common include:

• Slips and falls on wet surfaces
• Slips and falls on ice or snow
• Trips and falls due to obstacles in the way
• Slips and falls down stairs
• Slips and falls on uneven surfaces

2. Dog Bites

Dog bites are another common type of premises liability case. In the United States, there are about 4.5 million dog bites each year. And about 1 in 5 of those bites become infected.

If you are bitten by a dog, you may be able to file a lawsuit against the dog’s owner. You will need to prove that the owner was negligent and that their negligence caused your injuries. Some factors that may be taken into consideration include:

• The breed of the dog
• The history of the dog
• The size of the dog
• The location where the bite occurred

3. Toxic Substances

Toxic substances can be a serious hazard on someone’s property. There are a number of different types of toxic substances that can pose a danger, including:

• Chemicals
• Gasoline
• Pesticides
• Fertilizers
• Mold
• lead
• Asbestos

If you are exposed to one of these substances, you may be able to file a lawsuit against the owner of the property. You will need to prove that the owner was negligent and that their negligence caused your injuries. Some factors that may be taken into consideration include:

• The type of toxic substance that was exposed to
• The amount of exposure to the toxic substance
• The length of exposure to the toxic substance

4. Construction Accidents

Construction accidents are a serious problem in the United States. Each year, there are about 25,000 construction site fatalities and more than 2 million injuries that occur on a construction site.

If you have been injured on a construction site due to another person’s negligence, you may be able to file a lawsuit against them. You will need to prove that the defendant was negligent and that their negligence caused your injuries. Some factors that may be taken into consideration include:

• The safety regulations on the site
• Whether or not there were signs warning of danger zones
• The safety equipment available on the site (i.e., helmets, ropes)

5. Elevator / Escalator Accidents

Elevator and escalator accidents are another common type of premises liability case. In fact, there were about 1,000 injuries that occurred from an elevator accident in 2009 alone!

If you have been injured on an elevator or escalator due to the defendant’s negligence, you may be able to file a lawsuit against them. You will need to prove that the defendant was negligent and that their negligence caused your injuries. Some factors that may be taken into consideration include:

• The location of the accident
• Whether or not there were signs warning of danger zones
• Whether or not the equipment was under repair at the time of the accident

6. Parking Lot Injuries

Car and motorcycle accidents can happen anywhere, including in a parking lot.

If you have been injured on someone’s property due to another person’s negligence, you may be able to file a lawsuit against them. You will need to prove that the defendant was negligent and that their negligence caused your injuries. Some factors that may be taken into consideration include:

• Whether or not there were signs warning of danger zones
• Whether or not the parking lot was well lit at night
• The weather conditions on the day of the accident

7. Swimming Pool / Spas Accidents

Swimming pool accidents are another common type of premises liability case. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are more than 3.5 million emergency room visits each year due to injuries that occur in a swimming pool or hot tub.

If you have been injured on someone’s property due to another person’s negligence, you may be able to file a lawsuit against them. You will need to prove that the defendant was negligent and that their negligence caused your injuries. Some factors that may be taken into consideration include:

• The depth of the pool / spa
• Whether or not there were any barriers preventing entry to the pool / spa

8. Landlord Negligence

Negligent landlords are another common type of premises liability case. If you have been injured on someone’s property due to another person’s negligence, you may be able to file a lawsuit against the negligent landlord and the tenant(s). You will need to prove that the defendant was negligent and that their negligence caused your injuries. Some factors that may be taken into consideration include:

• The type of injury sustained on the property
• Whether or not there were any signs warning of danger zones (such as a pool or spa)
• Whether or not the landlord was aware of the condition on the property
• Whether or not there was faulty wiring in the house
• The age of the property
• Whether or not there is an HOA (Homeowners Association) for the neighborhood where the property is located, and if so, what their rules are

9. Assault & Battery On Property Owners

If you have been injured on someone’s property due to another person’s intentional act(s), i.e. assault and/or battery, you may be able to file a lawsuit against them. You will need to prove that they committed an intentional act against you and that their act caused your injuries. Some factors that may be taken into consideration include:

• The location of the injury
• Whether or not they were trespassing at the time
• Whether or not there was any provocation involved on your part

In our list of 9 types of premises liability cases, you’ve learned about the importance of being aware of and how these injuries can happen. It is important never to ignore your safety—especially in regards to property owners who are negligent or careless with their property.