If you have been injured on another person’s property, contact our slip and fall lawyers to handle your premises liability case. At Gerling Law, we handle cases throughout the Louisville, Indianapolis, and Evansville areas.
Gerling Law
Injury Attorneys
519 Main Street
Evansville, Indiana 47708
(812) 423-5251
10401 N. Meridian Street, Suite 300
Indianapolis, Indiana 46290
(317) 616-3646
401 W. Main Street, #710
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
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Premises Liability - Slip and Fall Lawyers in Indianapolis, Louisville, and Evansville
All property owners, both commercial and residential, have a responsibility to care for their property and ensure a safe environment for their visitors. If a person is injured due to dangerous conditions on another’s property, the injured person may be able to file a premises liability claim to recover compensation for pain and suffering. If you have been injured on another’s property in a slip and fall accident, our personal injury lawyers can help you file a premises liability claim. We help residents of Louisville, Indianapolis, Evansville, and surrounding communities receive the full compensation they deserve for their injuries.
- Premises Liability Law
- Building a Premises Liability Case and Determining Legal Responsibility
- Special Premises Liability Situations
- How Our Slip and Fall Lawyers Can Help
- For Premises Liability Advice, Contact Our Slip and Fall Lawyers
Premises Liability Law
Premises liability law covers slip and fall and other types of accidents caused by dangerous conditions on someone else’s property. Dangerous conditions that lead to an accident can include, but are not limited to, torn carpet or uneven flooring, slippery surfaces, poor lighting, weather conditions such as rain and ice, or lack of warning signs near dangerous areas.
Building a Premises Liability Case and Determining Legal Responsibility
In order to file a premises liability case and hold the property owner responsible for your personal injury or the wrongful death of your loved one, you must prove one of the following:
- That the property owner knew about the dangerous condition but did not try to correct it
- That the property owner should have known about the dangerous condition and taken steps to prevent injuries as a “reasonable person” would have done
- That the property owner created the dangerous condition that led to the accident
Other factors that are taken into consideration when determining fault in a premises liability case include:
- How long the dangerous condition existed and whether or not the owner had time to find out about the problem and fix it
- If the steps that were take to fix the problem were reasonable and appropriate
- Whether or not the victim was careless in his or her actions, thereby contributing to the accident
In addition to these factors, the accident victim may also hold some responsibility for the injuries if he or she ignored posted warning signs or acted carelessly, thereby contributing to the accident.
If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident on another’s property, our lawyers in Indianapolis, Evansville, and Louisville can investigate the accident in question and determine if you have a premises liability claim.
Special Premises Liability Situations
There are several special situations that differ from general premises liability cases. At Gerling Law in Evansville, Indianapolis, and Louisville, our lawyers are experienced in the following special situations and can review your case to ensure your legal rights are protected.
Trespassing
Property owners are not necessarily liable for injuries sustained by uninvited guests, such as trespassers and burglars. However, because the law acknowledges that children may not perceive danger as well as adults, property owners must always take steps to ensure the safety of children who may be on their property, whether or not the children are supposed to be there.
Workplace Accidents
Under current workers’ compensation laws, employers are responsible for employee injuries that occur on the job, including slip and fall accidents. Our lawyers can help determine if your employer is liable for your workplace injury.
Accidents on Government Property
Accidents in public parks and other government property are covered by the Federal Tort Claims Act or similar state tort claims acts. The federal or state government may be liable for personal injuries which occur on government property. However, cases must be filed within a specific time limit.
How Our Slip and Fall Lawyers Can Help
The conditions of each premises liability case are different, and it is often difficult to determine who is at fault. Our experienced slip and fall lawyers understand the complexities of premises liability law and have helped many in Evansville, Louisville, Indianapolis, and surrounding areas receive the compensation they need to move on with their lives.
For Premises Liability Advice, Contact Our Slip and Fall Lawyers
If you have been injured on another person’s property due to a dangerous condition, contact Gerling Law for help. During a free, no obligation consultation, our slip and fall lawyers will review you premises liability case. We help Louisville, Evansville, and Indianapolis injury victims get the compensation they deserve.