Our San Francisco Premises Liability Lawyers At Ribera Law Firm Will Hold Property Owners Accountable
California law requires property owners and occupiers to uphold a reasonable duty of care in keeping the premises in safe, working order. In general, this means addressing dangerous hazards in a reasonable amount of time while warning the public of hidden dangers on the property. When property owners or occupiers fail to uphold this duty and it results in injuries, they may be liable for those injuries under premises liability law.
The injured party has the right to seek financial compensation if the party can show that the negligence of the property owner or occupier caused the injury. At Ribera Law Firm, San Francisco premises liability lawyers are here to hold careless property owners or occupiers throughout California accountable for any wrongdoing that results in injury to another on their property.
What is the Duty of Care?
There are a series of obligations that property owners hold in order to prevent injuries to anyone who enters their property. These same duties can also fall to the occupiers of the property, such as persons or businesses that rent or lease property owned by another person or business.
While the requisite duties of care can vary based on the type of property (i.e., commercial or residential) or the purpose for which the injured party is on the property (i.e., paying customer or visitor to a friend’s home), it starts with an obligation by the property owner or occupier to maintain the property in a safe condition.
However, the obligation goes beyond performing basic maintenance when it is needed. Owners and/or occupiers also have a duty to inspect their property regularly for hazards. This is because they are liable not only for the dangers they know about but also those they should have discovered had they adequately inspected the property.
On top of repairing dangerous conditions as soon as reasonably possible, property owners and occupiers are also required to give adequate warning regarding any dangerous conditions on the property. This is especially important when it comes to natural conditions that cannot be removed or repaired.
Common Causes of Premises Liability Lawsuits
There are countless potential hazards that can occur inside or outside of a commercial or residential property that might serve as the basis for a premises liability lawsuit. Some of the most common examples include the following:
- Inadequate security
- Fire
- Toxic exposure
- Structural collapse
- Swimming pool accidents
- Dog bites
- Slip and falls
The San Francisco premises liability lawyers at Ribera Law Firm will strive to obtain full compensation for any injuries you incurred as a result of the negligence of California property owners or occupiers.
Compensation
If you were injured as a result of the negligence of a California property owner or occupier, you have the right to be financially compensated for your injuries and losses. The extent of your financial recovery depends on a variety of factors, including the severity of your injuries, whether you will be able to fully recover from your injuries and the emotional impact on you. Some of the types of available compensation include:
- Past and future medical bills
- Past and future lost wages and/or earning capacity
- Past and future physical pain and suffering
- Past and future emotional distress
- Past and future mental anguish
- Disfigurement
While we cannot promise a specific outcome in your case, the San Francisco premises liability lawyers at Ribera Law Firm will work relentlessly to maximize your recovery and secure the financial compensation you deserve.
Talk to Our San Francisco Premises Liability Lawyers at Ribera Law Firm Today
If you suffered significant injuries on the property of another person or business, now is the right time to speak with the San Francisco premises liability lawyers at Ribera Law Firm. At Ribera Law Firm, we take pride in our ability to advocate for the injured and help you through this difficult time. You are not alone. Contact us to learn how our team may be able to help.