Union Premises Liability Lawyer

Union features a wide variety of retail and dining options, public buildings and parks, and many other places that make living in or visiting the township enjoyable. One thing that the owners and managers of all types of properties have in common is the requirement that they make sure their properties are free of hazardous features that can cause injuries to guests.

When injuries do occur because of a hazard, the property owner or manager knew or had reason to know about it, you can seek compensation through a claim against the liability coverage of a relevant insurance policy attached to the property. An experienced Union premises liability lawyer from Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq can help you understand the personal injury claims process.

Types of Premises Liability Accidents

Premises liability is the legal concept that holds property owners accountable for injuries that are incurred by visitors due to unmitigated property risks. The most common type of premises liability claim involves slip and fall accidents in retail stores or dining establishments. These accidents involve a customer slipping or tripping and falling as a result of hazards such as torn or worn flooring, obstacles in walkways, liquid or debris on the floor, broken handrails, potholes in parking lots, and more.

Other types of premises liability accidents can include injuries resulting from property features such as swimming pools, elevators, or escalators. Injuries resulting from fires, flooding, and other hazards may also be compensated through a premises liability claim. Property owners who operate businesses or have guests on their property in an area known for criminal activity are also liable if they fail to provide security for their guests to protect them from being injured by this activity.

To prove premises liability, an individual must be able to show that the at-fault party was attached to the property through title, deed, or lease, that they were negligent in their care of the property, and that the injury occurred because of this negligence. An attorney in Union could help a person identify and prove all necessary elements of a premises liability claim.

The Claims Process When a Hazardous Property Feature Has Injured You

When a person is injured while visiting a commercial, public, or private property because of a hazardous property feature, they can file a personal injury claim against an insurance policy held by the owner or manager of the property. The claim can seek compensation for both the economic losses the injured party incurred, such as medical expenses or wage loss, as well as compensation for non-economic impacts such as pain and suffering or loss of the enjoyment of life.

When the insurance provider receives the claim, it will assign a claims adjuster to review the claim and determine whether the insured is liable for the accident and how much the insurer owes to the claimant as a result of the liability. If they fail to offer fair compensation to resolve the claim, a lawsuit can be filed within two years of the date of the injury. It should be noted, if the injury occurs on public property, the claims process will be different. An experienced premises liability lawyer in Union could offer services including settlement negotiations, gathering evidence and documents to support the claim, and even representing the case in court if necessary.

Contact a Union Premises Liability Attorney from Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq

If you were injured due to a property owner’s negligence, let us help you understand your legal options for seeking compensation. Contact us today for your free case evaluation. A Union premises liability lawyer could help you secure the compensation you deserve.