Knoxville, Tennessee Premises Liability Lawyer

Lawyer for Slip-and-Fall, Animal Attacks, and Toxin Exposure in Knoxville, TN

People can sometimes suffer serious injuries due to hazardous conditions on property owned by someone else. These injuries may occur at private residences or in public locations such as stores, restaurants, or shopping malls. In these situations, a person may take legal action to address their injuries and ensure that they will be able to make a full recovery. By demonstrating that they were injured because of a property owner's negligence, they may be able to recover financial compensation that will address the effects of their injuries.

Premises liability cases can be complex, and it is important to take the correct steps to protect a person's right to receive compensation for their injuries. At The Baker Law Firm, we provide effective legal representation in these cases, helping our clients demonstrate that they were injured because of a property owner's negligence and advocating for full and fair compensation for their injuries, financial losses, and other damages they have suffered. With our experience representing clients in multiple types of personal injury cases, we can ensure that these matters will be handled correctly, and we can advocate for outcomes that will meet our clients' ongoing needs.

Understanding Premises Liability

Property owners have a legal responsibility to make reasonable efforts to keep their property safe. Any dangerous conditions should be repaired, cordoned off, and/or have signs warning of the dangers. This includes warning signs about dogs or other animals that may bite or attack, notices that wet floors may be slippery, or ropes and barriers placed around areas that may be dangerous. Unless you were trespassing, any injury you suffered on public or private property where an owner failed to take proper safety measures may be grounds for a premises liability claim.

Common Injuries That Result in Premises Liability Claims

The most common injuries associated with premises liability claims include:

• Slip-and-fall accidents
• Bites and attacks by dogs and other animals
• Exposure to toxic substances
• Trampoline accidents
• Swimming pool accidents

Businesses have the highest level of responsibility to keep their premises safe. All walking surfaces, stairs, and displays should be safe and in good condition. Lighting and security should also be adequate to keep people safe. The government is responsible for maintaining these safety measures in public spaces.

Private property owners are also required to make reasonable efforts to keep their premises safe. Home and property owners have a legal responsibility to keep their premises reasonably safe for anyone who is invited onto their property. Issues such as inadequate security measures around swimming pools, structural damage that led to collapsing balconies, or failure to keep dogs contained using leashes or fences may make private property owners liable for injuries suffered by visitors.

Common Unsafe Conditions That Cause Injuries

Any unsafe condition can cause an injury that may result in a premises liability lawsuit. Some of the most common conditions that lead to injury lawsuits include:

• Faulty wiring that leads to electrical fires
• Poorly maintained hallways, steps, and walkways that lead to slips and falls
• Insufficient or malfunctioning security measures, such as an inadequate number of security personnel or faulty locks
• Unsafe conditions in retail stores, such as shelves and displays that can fall on top of shoppers, or wet, slippery floors that are not clearly marked or condoned off

Premises liability cases can be complex, and they may involve insurance companies or government agencies. To make sure you will be able to receive fair compensation for your injuries, we recommend consulting with an experienced attorney before settling with an insurance company.

Contact Our Knoxville, TN Premises Liability Attorney

If you were injured on public or private property due to unsafe conditions, contact The Baker Law Firm for help. Our founding attorney works to win financial recoveries for his clients while also helping them recover their lives. We can help you get the compensation and justice that you deserve. Call us now at 865-200-4117 for a free consultation.