If I am Injured on Someone Else's Property, Do I Have a Case? What You Need to Know About Premises Liability Cases

Here’s what you need to know if you’ve been injured on someone else’s property.

If I'm injured on someone else's property, do I have a case?

Possibly. These types of cases are called premises liability cases and involve injuries that occur due to unsafe or hazardous conditions on someone else’s property. Premises liability cases can occur in a wide variety of situations — inside a business, on private land, or outdoors in a public space. A case in a grocery store is an example of a premises liability case.

Is the property owner always liable if I am injured on their property?

Not necessarily. Property owners or occupiers are not automatically responsible for every injury that occurs on their property. They are only liable when it can be shown that their failure to maintain safe conditions directly led to someone getting hurt. There are several elements that must be established before a property owner will be held responsible.

How long do I have to file a premises liability claim?

The legal deadline by which you can file a lawsuit for a premises liability case is called the statute of limitations. The length of time can vary depending on different factors such as the type of property, the location of the property, and whether the potential defendant is a private owner, government entity, or business.

Because of these variables, it's crucial not to wait too long. Evidence can disappear quickly, and missing the deadline may mean you lose the right to recover compensation.

If you’ve been injured on someone else’s property, it's best to consult a lawyer who has experience and success in such cases. Call the Vrdolyak Law Group at 844-4-VLG-LAW.