A BUSINESS IS RESPONSIBLE FOR KEEPING YOU SAFE
Businesses have a legal duty to maintain safe premises for customers, employees, and visitors. Property liability cases arise when negligence leads to accidents such as slips, trip and falls, or other injuries on business property. To avoid liability, businesses are required to take reasonable steps to ensure safety, including regular maintenance, adequate lighting, clear signage, and prompt hazard removal.
If a business fails in its duty of care and someone is injured, the company may be held responsible for damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Liability depends on factors like whether the business was aware of the hazard and had a reasonable opportunity to fix it or if it was in breach of any code violation.
If you were injured at a business and feel like something just wasn’t right, reach out to us for a free consultation and we will be happy to evaluate your case. Stanley Law Firm has been helping injury victims win the compensation they deserve for close to 25 years.
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Premises Liability Cases
What is a premises liability case?
A premises liability case arises when someone is injured on another person’s or business’s property due to unsafe conditions. Property owners have a duty to maintain a safe environment for visitors, and failure to do so can lead to legal liability.
What are common causes of premises liability claims?
Common causes include slip and falls, inadequate security, defective staircases, poor lighting, wet floors, uneven sidewalks, falling objects, and hazardous conditions that were not properly addressed.
Who can be held liable in a premises liability case?
Property owners, landlords, business owners, or tenants may be held liable if their negligence caused the hazardous condition that led to the injury.
What should I do if I’m injured on someone else’s property?
Seek medical attention, report the incident to the property owner, document the scene with photos, collect witness information, and consult a premises liability attorney.
What compensation can I recover in a premises liability case?
You may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related damages depending on the severity of your injuries.
How do I prove negligence in a premises liability case?
You must show that the property owner knew or should have known about the dangerous condition and failed to fix or warn about it, leading to your injury.
Can I file a claim if I was partially at fault for the accident?
Yes, South Carolina follows a comparative negligence rule, meaning you can still recover damages if you were less than 51% at fault, but your compensation may be reduced accordingly.
How long do I have to file a premises liability claim?
In South Carolina, the statute of limitations for filing a premises liability lawsuit is generally three years from the date of injury.
