At Kennedy, Kennedy, Robbins & Yarbro, LC, an experienced premises liability lawyer can help you if you’ve been injured on someone’s property. Premises liability refers to any type of accident caused by a condition on another’s property. Conditions include a foreign substance (oil, water, or other liquid), a foreign object (banana peel, Lego pieces, etc.), an obstruction, snow or ice, defective construction, which cause you to slip, trip or fall.

Who Is Liable For Premises Liability Injuries?

Typically the owner of the property is the person responsible for injuries caused by an accident on the property. If the property is leased to someone else, for instance, a commerical building, the tenant may be responsible for the injuries. Possibly, the tenant and the landlord might share responsibility in certain situations. A contractor working on the premises might also share in the liability. An experienced premises liability lawyer will investigate and determine who has liability for your injuries. Your lawyer will look for liability insurance and file suit if needed.

Some of the most common premises liability cases involve failure to maintain the property. Building materials, such as wood or brick, can deteriorate with time and become unsafe. As a result, these material require regular maintenance. Therefore, the failure to regularly inspect and maintain the premises may lead to the owner being liable. The general principle is that property owners have an obligation to keep their land and the buildings safe for authorized visitors.

Examples of Premises Liability Cases

Premises liability covers a wide range of case types. As a result, it’s important when researching prospective lawyers to find a lawyer with experience in claims similar to yours. Our premises liability lawyers have experience with:

• Slip and fall cases
• Deck accidents
• Defective sidewalks

How A Premises Liability Lawyer Can Help

Our attorneys will investigate your injury to determine its cause, then pursue compensation on your behalf. If you’ve been hurt and need an experienced premises liability lawyer, please contact us or call us at (573)686-2459. We are here for you when you need us.