Premises Liability

Were You Injured Due to a Negligent Property Owner? Elk + Elk’s Premises Liability Lawyers Can Help.

Property owners have a legal obligation to ensure their premises are safe for visitors. When they fail to meet that obligation, injuries can happen. This is the foundation of premises liability law—a principle that holds property owners accountable for accidents and injuries caused by their negligence. If you’ve been hurt on someone else’s property, Elk + Elk’s experienced premises liability attorneys are here to fight for you.

What Is Premises Liability?

Premises liability refers to the legal responsibility property owners have to maintain safe conditions on their property. When negligence—such as failing to fix hazards, warn of dangers, or comply with safety regulations—results in an injury, the property owner may be liable.

Types of Premises Liability Cases We Handle

  • Airbnb Accidents
  • Amusement Park Accidents
    • More than 300 million people visit amusement parks in the United States each year. Unfortunately, federal oversight is limited and thousands of injuries – most to kids between five and 14 – happen every year. The U.S. Consumer Safety Product Commission estimates that 43,000 people were hurt at amusement parks in 2017.
  • Daycare Accidents
    • Children deserve safe environments while in daycare. When facilities neglect safety standards, the results can be devastating for families.
  • Dog Bites
    • According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 4 million dog bites happen every year in America. About 800,000 of those require medical attention.
  • Drownings
    • From 2005-2014, per the CDC, there were an average of 3,536 fatal unintentional drownings annually in the U.S. To that end, drowning is the fifth leading cause of unintentional injury death in the country. Nonfatal drowning injuries can cause major problems. These include memory damage, learning disabilities and loss of basic functioning.
  • Elevator and Escalator Accidents
    • Malfunctioning elevators and escalators can cause serious injuries. Property owners and managers must ensure these systems are regularly inspected and maintained.
  • Elder Abuse
    • Elder abuse affects millions of people every year. As of 2018, more than 50 million people in the U.S. were over the age of 65. About 10 percent of these individuals are victims of elder abuse, according to various accounts. Elder abuse takes many forms. It can be committed by anyone, including loved ones, caregivers and nursing home residents and/or employees.
  • Slip and Fall
    • In many personal injury cases, it is fairly simple to determine who is at fault. Slip and fall cases are often much more complex. Without an experienced injury attorney on your side, it can be nearly impossible to force a business or insurance company to take responsibility for your life-changing injuries.
  • Staircase Accidents
    • Staircase hazards like broken handrails, uneven steps, or poor lighting frequently lead to injuries. Property owners are obligated to address these dangers.
  • Swimming Pool Accidents
    • Unsecured or improperly maintained swimming pools are a leading cause of injury and drowning, particularly for young children.
  • Workplace Accidents
    • If you’ve been injured on the job due to unsafe property conditions, you may have a premises liability claim in addition to workers’ compensation options.

If you suffered a serious injury on someone’s property because of the owner’s negligence, contact us today. Call Elk + Elk at 1-800-ELK-OHIO or contact us online.