Holding Careless Property Owners Responsible in Cobb County, GA
What is Premises Liability?
When you've been hurt on someone else's property due to unsafe or hazardous conditions ("premises liability"), there is a complex legal process involved in receiving full compensation for your injuries. An attorney experienced in this field of law can help you hold an owner accountable if they have failed to keep their property reasonably safe for legal visitors, such as customers or guests. If the thought of taking on an insurance company by yourself is overwhelming, then you need a seasoned Marietta premises liability lawyer in your corner.
When a negligent store owner fails to clean up a spill and you slip in it, resulting in injury, that's premises liability. So is that broken step you've been complaining about to the landlord if you trip and get hurt. You may be entitled to compensation if a property owner's carelessness or negligence resulted in injury.
If you think a property owner's inaction caused your injury, call our Marietta, GA law firm office at (404) 526-9955 for a free consultation and to find out how we can help.
What Our Clients Say
Most Common Premises Liability Claims We Handle
Our Marietta personal injury attorney has years of experience in helping victims with all types of premises liability cases:
- Slip and fall accidents
- Trip and fall accidents
- Inadequate security cases
- Falling objects
- Accidental drowning
- Defective or unsafe property conditions
- Dog bites
- Toxic exposure cases
Slip and fall accidents usually happen on slippery or wet surfaces. It's easy to lose your footing on a wet floor or in an icy parking lot. A trip and fall case can result from a broken step, uneven flooring, or even poor lighting in an area that reduces visibility and causes a person to trip. Inadequate security cases often lead to someone being the victim of a violent crime. Parking lots, apartment complexes, and other areas where owners don't provide adequate security can lead to assaults, robberies, or shootings.
Falling object cases can happen when merchandise falls off a store shelf or when construction debris or equipment slips out of place and injures a person. Unsafe swimming pools or water features that don't have proper barriers or supervision can lead to accidental drownings, which sometimes fall under premises liability. Defective or unsafe property conditions might include exposed wires, torn carpeting, or a missing guardrail on a staircase.
If a property owner fails to restrain or warn others about a dangerous dog (or other type of animal) and it bites a visitor, that also falls under Georgia's duty of care laws. Toxic exposure cases can involve mold or dangerous chemical fumes on a property, and can result in serious injuries or illness.
These are all examples of premises liability cases that are recognized in Georgia. Our Marietta premises liability attorney can help you pursue and secure compensation for your injuries, which you are entitled to. Property owners have a responsibility to maintain reasonably safe premises for customers, visitors, and legally invited guests in Georgia.
No matter how you were injured, our legal team is ready to hear your story. Contact us at (404) 526-9955 for your free case review. There's no obligation, and our experienced premises liability lawyer in Marietta will take the time to listen to your account of what happened.
What to Do Right After an Accident on Someone's Property
The steps you take immediately after an accident can have a major impact on your premises liability case. If you've been injured in a slip and fall or another type of premises liability accident, you should do the following:
Step 1: Report the Accident
Notify the owner or property manager immediately. This creates a record of the incident and can support your personal injury claim later.
Step 2: Document Everything
Take clear photos of the hazard and your injuries. If there were any witnesses, gather their names and contact information. This is crucial evidence that you want to preserve before the scene changes. For example, if the landlord cleans up the hazard before you take pictures, it can be more difficult to prove that it caused your injuries.
Step 3: Get Immediate Medical Attention
It's crucial that you see a doctor after you've been injured on another person's property. Even if your injuries seem minor, a trip to Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center or another local hospital can create a documented record of your injuries and medical expenses. Plus, injuries can get worse over time.
Step 4: Don't Give a Recorded Statement
You should not speak to the property owner's insurance company until after you have sought legal advice from a personal injury lawyer.
Step 5: Call an Attorney Who Specializes In Premises Liability Law
Getting legal advice as soon as possible after an accident is the best way to protect your rights.
The most important step you can take is to call our experienced Marietta personal injury lawyer today at (404) 526-9955. Let us help you get a fair settlement and hold negligent parties responsible.
How To Choose The Right Marietta Premises Liability Lawyer
A slip and fall lawyer can make all the difference in your personal injury case. Attorney Charles Graham began his career as a prosecutor in Cobb County, GA, and he knows his way around the Cobb County State Court. The Graham Firm is a certified Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocate after securing over $100 million in settlements and judgments for injured Georgia clients.
Our results for our clients tell the tale of our commitment to them. When a Lawrenceville woman slipped on spilled bleach in a retail store, she suffered chemical burns and soft tissue injuries. Our team secured a $27,700 settlement to help her recover. We work with a team of investigators, accident reconstructionists, and medical experts to build the strongest cases possible.
Our clients often tell us that it's our personal touch, combined with our results, that makes the difference. When a client named Khadijah was injured in a local department store, she noted, "I believed in them from the start when Attorney Graham decided to take my case. It took some time but, I got greater results from when I was trying to handle it myself. The team is awesome!"
We deliver a small-town, personal touch, but we get big-city results for our clients! When you need a Marietta premises liability lawyer you can trust, call us at (404) 526-9955 for a free, no-pressure legal consultation to discuss your premises liability claim. Our number one goal is to help you get fair compensation for your damages, including pain and suffering, lost wages, mounting medical bills, and more.
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