Property owners in California are liable for accidents when they don’t take precautions to keep people safe from their actions or hazards on their land. That’s according to California Civil Code 1714. If you were injured by a property or business owner’s negligence, contact Maison Law of Delano today for a free, confidential consultation. It’s a no-risk way to find out what your injury may be worth and how to hold a property owner fully responsible for recovery costs.
Do I Need a Lawyer After a Premises Liability Accident?
If you take a slip-and-fall and get up with only very minor injuries, you probably don’t need the help of a lawyer. But if your injury is more serious, such as a bone fracture, or a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), and someone’s negligence is to blame, having a skilled Delano premises liability lawyer will be an important protection.
When medical costs run higher, property and business owners will have corporate lawyers and insurance adjusters to help them avoid taking the blame for your injury. Your lawyer investigates your accident and backs your case with evidence. This keeps property owners from wiggling out of accountability and leaving you with too little support or nothing at all. Your Maison Law attorney then demands the maximum in compensation available for you and your family.
Who Is Responsible for an Accident at a Business or Public Place?
Under California premises liability laws, owners and operators inviting the public in must show customers, clients, and visitors a “duty of care.” It means business owners and operators must protect the safety of their visitors by removing hazards and monitoring for dangers that can arise.
The employees at businesses like Smart & Final Extra! and Vallarta Supermarkets must inspect for obstacles and remove them in a reasonable amount of time. If another customer spills a soft drink and a puddle forms, a “wet floor” warning sign should be set out and the spill should be cleaned up.
The same liability applies to the City of Delano when people enter government buildings. Messes must be mopped up before people might take a slip-and-fall and hit their heads. Stairwells must be repaired and maintained so no one can fall down and suffer major injuries.
These are just a few of the types of accidents property owners might be responsible for:
- Slip-and-falls and trip-and-falls
- Falling merchandise
- Apartment complex accidents
- Drowning accidents and swimming pool accidents
- Amusement park and water park injuries
- Hotel accidents
- Airbnb & Vrbo accidents
- Burns and electrocution
- Toxic fumes or chemical exposure
- Injuries caused by a lack of security
When the duty to keep these public spaces safe is neglected and you are hurt, a proprietor or a corporation behind a store chain is liable for the costs of your recovery. This can include providing help with all present and future medical bills and reimbursement for lost wages while you are out of work.
These are just a few of the parties that may be responsible for a premises liability accident:
- Property Owner
- Homeowner
- Business Owner
- Corporation
- Landlord
- Property Management Company
- Organization
- City of Delano, Kern County Government, or the State of California
After an injury, your Maison Law representative makes sure you receive assistance in paying your current medical bills and any care you may need in the years ahead. You must also be able to count on money to support your family while you may be unable to work.
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Compensation for Premises Liability Accident Victims
Maison Law makes sure property owners and company heads pay for every hardship the victim faces. Every damage must be listed in an accident claim because anything left off becomes an expense the victims would have to pay.
These and other factors would all determine how much the victim would receive in a premises liability settlement check:
- Cost of medical care now and in the future
- Lifetime expenses for a victim with a permanent disability
- Support for the physical pain experienced
- Support for the emotional trauma inflicted
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Travel costs while attending doctors’ appointments
- Totals on lost income and benefits while missing work
Can My Family Ask for Support After a Deadly Premise Liability Accident?
Yes. Families who have lost a loved one in a California premises liability accident may file a wrongful death claim. This civil claim seeks help with funeral costs and medical expenses. It should also protect the family from economic hardships in the future when they’ll be without the financial support the deceased would have provided.
Contact a Premises Liability Attorney Serving Delano Victims
If you or a loved one are hurt in an accident at any business or public place, don’t count on insurance adjusters to treat you fairly. You’ll need to hold them accountable even when you have strong evidence showing a property owner or company’s negligence.
Having an experienced Delano Premises Liability Lawyer on your side safeguards your case and helps you earn the maximum compensation available. Contact Maison Law to schedule a free and confidential case consultation to find out what your case is worth.
There’s no obligation, but if you feel Maison Law can help you earn more for your case, you don’t have to worry about having money to hire us. There are no upfront costs. We don’t get paid unless we win your case for you. Then our fee comes out of the settlement money you receive.
