The apartment injury attorneys at Maison Law represent victims of apartment-related accidents. If you or a loved one has suffered an injury due to a San Luis Obispo landlord’s failure to correct, repair, or remove a dangerous condition in your apartment complex, call us for a free consultation and case evaluation today.
Do I Need a Lawyer if I Get Injured at My Apartment?
If you’ve been injured in your apartment or on a rental property and a landlord, or property management company is at fault, you can file a premise liability lawsuit against them. A premise liability lawsuit falls under California’s Civil Code 1714 CC, which states:
“Everyone is responsible, not only for the result of his or her willful acts, but also for an injury occasioned to another by his or her want of ordinary care or skill in the management of his or her property or person, except so far as the latter has, willfully or by want of ordinary care, brought the injury upon himself or herself…”
Injuries on rental properties are common and can be filed against:
- Property management companies
- Landlords
- Corporate landlords
- Building owners
What are the Common Causes of Apartment Injuries?
Dangerous conditions within apartments, homes, and communities are more common than you think. According to the National Safety Council, there were 178,400 injury-related deaths in 2022 alone that occurred in homes and communities that were all preventable if safer measures were taken. Here are some of the most common apartment accidents that can result in major injuries:
- Slip-and-fall due to poor handrail installation, loose carpeting
- Unrepaired stairways that have not been closed off to active residents or visitors
- A damaged or unrepaired deck collapsing
- Playground accidents
- Poor lighting resulting in unseen hazards
- Unprotected elevator shaft
- Injuries caused by poor security measures
- Injuries caused by a building owner or landlord failing to meet code requirements
How Much Can I Sue My Apartment Complex For?
As unfortunate as these accidents are, they occur every day in San Luis Obispo County. It doesn’t matter whether you live in the historic town of Templeton, the coastal village of Cambria, or the vibrant seaside of Pismo Beach, premise-related injuries can occur anywhere and the outcome of each case is different with every injury.
That’s why it is important to have an experienced San Luis Obispo Apartment Complex Injury Lawyer to represent you. If you’ve sustained damages due to the fault of a landlord, or building owner, call Maison Law today for a free consultation and case evaluation.
What Can I Get in Compensation From an Apartment Complex Injury
If you were injured by a landlord’s failure to prevent dangerous conditions on their property, you can recover compensatory damages that include:
- Lost earning capacity
- Lost wages
- Medical bills
- Pain and Suffering
Common ways to prove these damages include:
- Pay stubs
- Medical records
- Video record of hazardous conditions, or surveillance footage of the accident
- Transportation bills
- Witness testimony
- Any other documents to support your accident such as requests for maintenance or repair
Each of these factors can help determine your overall compensation, but there is no set amount you can expect as it varies on a case-to-case basis. To negotiate a favorable settlement amount, contact Maison Law today to discuss your claim.
Why Do I Need a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Injury attorneys hold insurance companies liable for your injuries. An experienced personal injury lawyer gets you the maximum compensation to cover your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. While insurance representatives will try to get you to settle on the lowest amount possible, injury lawyers hold them accountable so that you can focus on healing and getting your life back.
The next steps you take after filing a personal injury claim are crucial to shaping your future. An experienced personal injury lawyer will:
- Form a detailed and professionally objective summary of your case to the insurance companies. It is common for victims to make impulsive decisions after experiencing a traumatic injury, which may result in statements that could be harmful to your case.
- A personal injury attorney gives you options as to which plan of action works best for your situation.
- A personal injury attorney can get you medical attention. Even if you are uninsured, experienced attorneys have medical professionals willing to work with you to treat your injuries.
FAQs
Q: What are considered to be unlivable conditions for a San Luis Obispo apartment tenant?
A: For a rental unit in California to be considered legally habitable, it must have functioning utilities, water, and heating, and be structurally sound. Issues that arise like mold, broken appliances, and infestations must be fixed by the landlord.
Q: How long does a landlord have to make repairs in California?
A: 30 days. Landlords must make urgent repairs if your health is at risk, but non-urgent defects have up to 30 days until they must be fixed.
Q: Can I sue my landlord for emotional distress?
A: Yes, in the United States, every resident has the right to file a civil lawsuit against one another. However, the right to file a suit does not mean you will be awarded damages once your claim goes to court.
Contact a San Luis Obispo Apartment Complex Injury Lawyer
If you or a loved one are hurt due to a landlord or building owner creating an unsafe apartment complex, or community, contact Maison Law. Our apartment injury attorneys offer a free, no-risk case consultation to victims and their family members who have been harmed by careless landlords and property owners. When you choose Maison Law, you don’t need any upfront money. We don’t get paid unless we win your case for you. For trusted legal advice, give us a call today for a free, no-risk consultation and case evaluation.
