Charlotte Premises Liability Lawyer

Property owners are legally required to make sure that their homes or businesses do not pose an unreasonable risk to guests. If they do not, they can be held responsible for repaying injured parties for their losses. This level of responsibility is legally known as premises liability.

If you or someone you care about has been hurt while visiting a poorly maintained home or business, you could have grounds for a legal claim. The Law Offices of William K. Goldfarb can inform you about your options and, if you choose, represent your side of the story both in and out of court. Call our Charlotte premises liability lawyers at 866-298-0768 for more information.

The Standards of Premises Liability

The duty of care that a property owner owes to a guest can depend on many variables, including the guest’s relationship to him or her. As a general rule, businesses owe a higher duty of care to their clients or customers than individuals owe to private guests. Visitors who are minors (under the age of 18) may also be entitled to a higher duty of care than adults in some cases.

The minimum level of care that property owners are expected to offer all guests includes:

• Minimizing foreseeable risks. These can include slippery floors or clutter that may cause slips and falls, as well as dangerous machinery or animals that may hurt visitors. Property owners should take reasonable steps to eliminate these hazards or reduce the dangers they pose.
• Warning guests about hazards. Some risks cannot be entirely eliminated, such as a creek or necessary but dangerous equipment on someone’s property. Guests should be alerted to these dangers and how to avoid harm.

If you have been hurt because a property owner did not take these steps, you may be able to receive compensation for your losses. Our Charlotte premises liability attorneys can inform you about your options and chances of success.

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Negligent property owners can cause serious injuries to unsuspecting guests. If your life has been negatively impacted by a careless property owner, contact a Charlotte premises liability lawyer from the Law Offices of William K. Goldfarb at 866-298-0768.