Premises Liability

You may still have a case. Most states apply comparative fault, which means responsibility can be shared. Your recovery may be reduced by your percentage of fault, but it does not mean you are automatically barred from recovery. Insurance companies will try to shift blame to you, but our network of attorneys is focused on pushing back with evidence.

There are strict deadlines called statutes of limitations. They vary by state and by the type of claim. Miss that deadline, and your case can be dismissed regardless of its merit. The safest move is to act early so evidence is preserved, and your rights are protected.

You may be entitled to economic damages (medical bills, lost income, future care costs) and non-economic damages (pain and suffering, loss of quality of life). In serious cases, future damages are often the largest component, and they need to be properly calculated.

That can be important, but it’s not the whole case. The real question is whether the owner knew or should have known about the hazard and failed to fix it or adequately warn you. Lack of warning can support your claim, but it’s one piece of a larger liability analysis.

You can, but you should understand what you are up against. Insurance carriers are trained to limit payouts and protect their bottom line. They may sound sympathetic and make an offer that sounds significant, but their ultimate goal is to undervalue your claim and reduce payouts as much as possible. Any statement you make can be used against you. Having experienced attorneys handle communication and negotiation levels the playing field.