Who Counts as an Invited Guest on Property
Premises liability often depends on why a person was on the property and what duty the owner owed them. The law has long distinguished among different kinds of visitors, and a person’s status can affect the level of care an owner must provide. Understanding who counts as an invited guest, and how that differs from […]
When a Business Is Responsible for a Customer Injury
People visit businesses every day without incident, but injuries do happen. A wet floor, a poorly lit stairway, or a hazard left in a walkway can lead to a fall or other harm. When a customer is injured on business property, a natural question follows: was the business responsible? The answer depends on what the […]
Common Hazards Behind Premises Liability Claims
Premises liability claims arise from a wide range of dangerous conditions on property. Some hazards are dramatic, while others are so ordinary that people walk past them every day until someone is hurt. Recognizing the conditions that commonly lead to injuries helps property owners understand their responsibilities and helps injured people understand what may have […]