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Premises Liability
Premises liability involves the property owner's responsibility when a person is injured on premises including stores, restaurants, homes and public sidewalks. Property owners may be liable when their actions or neglect result in injury, wrongful death or damage to another's property. Injuries range from a fall after tripping on a defective sidewalk to attack by domestic animals. Property damage could be caused by construction. At issue is whether the property owner exercised "reasonable care" to maintain safe premises. Property owners failing to do so are "at-fault" and could be ordered by the court to pay the injured person’s medical costs and other expenses. Property owners' responsibility for safe premises varies by state. So does the statute of limitations for filing a personal injury lawsuit.
Security a Factor in Premises Liability Cases
Business owners enter into a risky contract whenever an invitee (patron) enters their premises. They may be liable for damages or injuries that are incurred on the premises through premises... read more
Premises Liability: Legal Definitions for your Premises Law Suit
Premises liability law involves legal responsibility ("liability") of a land or property owner in injuries or other damages suffered by persons present on the premises. This article lays... read more
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Jury Verdicts Related to Premises Liability
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MSN Newsfeeds Related to Premises Liability
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News Articles Related to Premises Liability
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Useful Web Sites Related to Premises Liability
James F. Humphreys, LC, Premises Liability/Slip & Fall
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Books Related to Premises Liability
Premises liability. : An article from: Security Management
Premises liability: Preparation and trial of a difficult case in Indiana
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