Sometimes, the unforeseen can happen. This is especially the case if you were accidentally injured on someone else’s property. The injuries sustained can harm you physically, mentally, and financially. However, it can be even worse knowing that the property owner’s negligence caused your injury to occur. If that was the case for you, you may be able to launch a premises liability lawsuit in court to obtain the compensation you deserve.
Collect Evidence
If you want to be successful in such a lawsuit, you must first take the correct steps directly after your accident. You will want to ensure there is an actual record of the accident occurring. Report the accident to the appropriate authorities to ensure a record is created. You’ll also want to gather as much other evidence as possible. This should include medical records that show your injuries were treated. It can include witness testimony. It can include photos and videos of the scene and even your own written account of what occurred.
Obtain an Attorney
The second step of this process should be obtaining the services of a personal injury lawyer with a strong track record with premises liability cases. Discuss your path forward with that attorney and hand over all your evidence to them. You need to work fast on hiring a lawyer to help you file your lawsuit. These kinds of cases fall under the statute of limitations in most states. Failing to act quickly may lead to your case being dismissed.
Build Your Case
Your attorney will work with you on building a strong case that can be presented in court. In regards to premises liability cases, there are certain elements that must exist for your case to be successful. You must be able to prove that there was a hazard on the property. You must prove that this hazard caused your serious injury. Lastly, you need to prove that the property owner was negligent in regards to not taking action to remove the hazard from their property.
Consider Other Factors
Part of building the case will also involve considering factors that could inhibit your ability to succeed in court. In certain states, but not at all, your status in regards to the property in question will help determine whether or not your lawsuit succeeds. Did you have permission to be on the land? If you did not, that could matter. Overall, discuss every aspect of your case with your lawyer in minute detail before your lawsuit is filed.
A personal injury can be debilitating for the victim. It can cause immense pain, lower your quality of life, and put your family in financial turmoil. If your injury was the result of a property owner’s negligence, do what you can to help build a successful premises liability lawsuit with a seasoned personal injury attorney.
Author information: Lizzie Weakley is a freelance writer from Columbus, Ohio. In her free time, she enjoys the outdoors and walks in the park with her husky, Snowball.
