St. George Premises Liability Lawyer 

If you have been injured while rightfully on property owned by someone else, or by a company, you could be entitled to compensation through a premises liability case. Premises liability happens when you are injured at a location you were allowed to be at due to the negligence of the party responsible for managing the property.

One of the experienced premises liability attorneys from We Win Injury Law is standing by to provide you with a risk-free, cost-free assessment on your premises liability claim, and read on to learn more.

Why Choose Our Firm for Your Premises Liability Claim

• Our St. George personal injury attorneys are dedicated to achieving the best results for our clients. We have recovered millions of dollars in settlements and jury verdicts.
• When you hire our firm, you gain access to a wealth of experience, resources, and legal knowledge. We will work to identify your optimal path to compensation.
• If we do not win your case, you do not have to pay any legal fees. We operate on a contingency fee basis for all of our clients.

Premises Liability Emerges from Dangerous Conditions and Failures to Warn

Liability refers to legal responsibility, and in personal injury claims, liable parties may be required to compensate you for your costs and damages linked to your injury. The owners or operators of a premises will be liable for the damage caused in an injury if their negligence caused the injury. Negligence is a legal concept comprised of duty, breach, causation, and damages. To win on your claim, you need to prove each of the four elements. It must be shown that the property owner had a duty or responsibility to you, that the duty was broken causing an accident, and there must have been damages as a result of that accident.

Common injuries that can lead to a premises liability claim include:

• Slip-and-fall
• Electrocution
• Burn injury
• A fall from heights injury
• Failure to warn of a dangerous condition
• Negligent security

To collect compensation for the injuries associated with your premises liability injury, you’ll need to prove that the owner of the premises was negligent and that due to their negligence you were injured. The unique facts and circumstances of your injury, the legal ownership status of the property manager, and other factors will influence the outcome of your claim. The best way to ensure that the law is effectively applied to the unique facts of your injury is by working with an experienced personal injury attorney.

You Could Be Owed Compensation from the Premises Owner and/or their Insurer

When the premises owner is liable for your injuries, you will generally be pursuing compensation from their insurance company. This compensation can cover medical bills, lost wages, reduced earning capacity and many other forms of losses.  If you were injured in a home that you were invited into, then the homeowner’s insurance policy would be the source of your compensation. When you are injured in a public place you are entitled to be at, like the mall or a movie theater, the insurance company of the mall or theater will be liable for your damages.

When you have a claim, you must collect evidence to prove all your damages, then draft a claim and submit it to the insurance company, in the proper format, within the time allowed.

What Damages Can You Recover in a Premises Liability Lawsuit?

By filing a premises liability lawsuit, you can recover financial compensation to pay for the losses or damages that you sustained as a result of the owner’s negligence. Utah categorizes these damages into two categories: economic and non-economic.

Economic damages are the financial losses that you sustained, while non-economic damages are the pain and suffering that you experienced. Below are a few examples of damages available in St. George premises liability claims:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Lost wages during treatment and recovery
• Loss of future earnings and benefits, if necessary
• Property damage sustained in the accident
• Chronic, severe pain
• Permanent disabilities and complications
• Loss of quality of life
• Emotional distress and mental anguish
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

What Damages Can You Recover in a Premises Liability Lawsuit?

By filing a premises liability lawsuit, you can recover financial compensation to pay for the losses or damages that you sustained as a result of the owner’s negligence. Utah categorizes these damages into two categories: economic and non-economic.

Economic damages are the financial losses that you sustained, while non-economic damages are the pain and suffering that you experienced. Below are a few examples of damages available in St. George premises liability claims:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Lost wages during treatment and recovery
• Loss of future earnings and benefits, if necessary
• Property damage sustained in the accident
• Chronic, severe pain
• Permanent disabilities and complications
• Loss of quality of life
• Emotional distress and mental anguish
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Comparative Negligence in Utah Premises Liability Claims

In certain situations, a property owner may claim that a victim was partially responsible for an accident. The owner may state that the victim was wearing the wrong shoes or not paying attention to the area. If the court accepts this claim, Utah’s comparative negligence laws will apply.

This law reduces your award by the percentage of liability that you share; for example, if you ask for a $20,000 award and are 10% at fault, you would recover $18,000. If you are found to be at least 50% at fault, the court will prevent you from recovering any compensation. To protect your right to recovery, it is important to hire a St. George premises liability attorney who can defend you against unfair accusations.

What to Do If You Are Injured on Someone’s Property

If you are injured due to hazardous conditions on someone else’s property, it can be difficult to know what to do next. In these situations, your first priority should be your health and safety. To protect yourself, take the following steps after the accident:

• Seek medical attention as soon as possible, even if you do not feel immediately injured. Save your medical records as evidence for your future case.
• If you need emergency assistance, call 911. If you are injured at a place like a grocery store or government building, try to file an injury incident report.
• Contact a St. George premises liability lawyer to discuss your legal options. Do not speak to an insurance representative before you consult with an attorney.

If you are able, you should also take steps to preserve and document evidence for your future insurance claim or lawsuit:

• Take photographs and videos of your injuries and the hazard that caused your injury. Make sure to capture the area around the accident as well.
• If any witnesses saw the accident happen, ask for their contact information. These individuals could testify on your behalf.
• Exchange information with the property owner. Make sure to gather the owner’s name, contact details, and any information about an insurance policy.

Connect with a St. George Premises Liability Attorney Today

To ensure you collect what you are entitled to for your premises liability case, connect with an attorney. For professional advice from your experienced St. George personal injury lawyer, schedule a consultation or call We Win Injury Law at (877) 939-4646 to explore options on how to recover what you are entitled to for your premises liability injury.