Balconies and decks can be attractive features at businesses and rental properties. Tenants may pay premium prices for rental units with a deck or balcony attached. Businesses like restaurants and nightclubs can attract customers with outdoor spaces, especially if...
When someone slips and falls in a store, their first instinct is often to file a lawsuit against the store owner. They believe the owner is responsible since the accident occurred on their property. They may seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages and other...
A day at the mall or grocery store should be enjoyable, not hazardous. Yet, injuries from slip-and-falls or poorly maintained premises are all too common. If you find yourself injured while shopping, you may have a legal pathway to recover compensation. Injured...
When someone gets injured on a commercial property, they often want to sue the property owner. They may be facing significant damages, from lost wages to medical bills. They blame the person who owns the property because that’s where the injury happened, so they start...
Dogs are lovable furballs. Their main goal in life seems to be making people happy. However, some dogs can become aggressive and may bite you if they feel you're in their territory. Responsible dog ownership means taking reasonable steps to prevent a pet from...
Slips and falls can be deadly. Even when they’re not, they can leave victims with life-changing injuries. In fact, falls are the number one reason for emergency room visits – to the tune of about eight million per year. Some of those slips and falls are related to...
Many businesses strive to offer a safe and welcoming environment for their customers. Yet, accidents happen, and these can trigger premises liability lawsuits. In such cases, employee training can form a key part of a solid defense strategy. How can help employee...
Running a business can be rewarding but can also be fraught with risks. Risks not only come in the form of financial ruin but also in the form of lawsuits and liability claims. How can you, as an entrepreneur, protect your business from such claims? Implementing...
After an injury, you may be entitled to pursue financial compensation through legal means. Two primary types of liability cases may come into play: premises liability and personal liability. The determination of which case applies hinges on identifying who bears...
The owners and management of premises that are open to visitors have a responsibility to maintain buildings so that they do not cause accidents and injuries. Negligent maintenance occurs when the owner of a premises does not keep up with maintenance to the extent that...