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Whether you are grocery shopping at Publix, visiting a friend for dinner in Kellswater Park, or heading to the Great Wolf with the kids, potential hazards are everywhere. However, if you’re like most people, you assume that the owner of the property has taken the necessary precautions to keep the area safe. And in most cases, businesses and residential property owners do a good job eliminating hazards. Yet, year after year, falls are the leading cause of preventable injury in the United States. Property owners owe visitors a duty to eliminate all known hazards and, in some cases, investigate unknown hazards so they can warn guests. When a property owner fails to meet these expectations, they may be financially liable for any injuries a victim suffers.
At the Olsinski Law Firm, PLLC, our team of Kannapolis premises liability lawyers regularly handle premises liability cases on behalf of clients. We’re familiar with the North Carolina slip and fall laws, as well as other avenues that enable our clients to obtain meaningful compensation for what they’ve been through.
Slip and Falls: The Most Common Premises Liability ClaimPremises liability is a legal doctrine that imposes a duty on property owners to keep any areas that are accessible to guests and the general public safe. While there are several different types of premises liability claims in North Carolina, slip and fall accidents are the most common. Some of the most common causes of slip and falls include the following:
- Wet or slippery surfaces;
- Debris, clutter or obstacles;
- Missing or poor signage warning guests of potential hazards;
- Uneven or damaged flooring;
- Insufficient lighting;
- Missing handrails;
- Damages stairs;
- Broken concrete; and
- Rain, ice and snow.
When a homeowner or business learns of a potentially dangerous condition on their property, they must fix the hazard or warn guests of its existence. If they fail to do so, the property owner may be liable through a Kannapolis slip and fall lawsuit.
Other Common Premises Liability Claims in KannapolisApart from slip and fall incidents, premises liability lawsuits can be filed in other situations where you were hurt due to hazardous conditions or negligence on someone else's property. Some of the most common premises liability claims that do not involve slip and falls include the following:
Negligent Security: If you were assaulted, robbed, or otherwise harmed due to inadequate security measures on a property, they may have grounds for a premises liability lawsuit. Examples include assaults at bars, nightclubs, or concerts.
Defective Conditions: This includes cases where dangerous conditions on a property, such as broken stairs, faulty handrails, or unstable structures, lead to injuries.
Dog Bites: If a dog owner fails to properly control or restrain their pet, even on their own property, resulting in a dog bite or attack, you may be able to pursue a premises liability claim against the owner.
Swimming Pool Accidents: Commercial and residential property owners are responsible for maintaining safe conditions in and around swimming pools. If you were injured due to negligent maintenance, lack of proper warnings, or insufficient safety measures, you may have a premises liability case against the pool’s owner.
Hazardous Materials or Substances: If you were exposed to toxic substances or dangerous materials on a property, leading to injuries or long-term health issues, you may be able to file a premises liability claim against the owner of the property.
Are You Interested in Learning More About Premises Liability Lawsuits?If you or a loved one was recently hurt while visiting another’s home or business, you may be entitled to monetary compensation through a premises liability lawsuit. At the Olsinski Law Firm, PLLC, our dedicated Kannapolis premises liability lawyers have decades of combined experience aggressively pursuing compensation on behalf of our clients. We offer all prospective clients a free consultation, during which we will explain the recovery process, answer your questions, and let you know how we can help with your case. To learn more, and to schedule a free consultation with a Kannapolis personal injury lawyer, give us a call at 704-405-2580. You can also reach our Cabarrus County injury attorneys at 704-918-4747. We represent clients in Kannapolis and Concord, as well as in Mecklenburg, Gaston, Iredell, Rowan, and Union Counties.
