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At the law firm of Flora Templeton Stuart we practice law to make a difference in the lives of our clients after they have been injured in a slip and fall.  At our law firm not only will you meet and consult with an attorney in the initial visit, you can be assured that Flora Templeton Stuart, injury lawyer, will be working on your case.  Your first consultation is free and we are not paid unless you recover.

We will work hard to collect all the damages you deserve. Premises liability cases involve injuries received while on property. Property owners and businesses have a duty to maintain a safe property for customers and pedestrians and warn them of possible dangers. These types of cases most often involve slip and fall incidents -- when a defective condition, foreign substance or object causes a fall. Premises Injuries can involve other injuries such as fire, burns, falling debris, and even dog bites. The key to a premises liability case is to prove that the property owner or management was negligent, and your injury resulted from their negligence.

Examples of Premises Liability Cases:

• Slip and fall injuries caused by standing water, ice, snow, or slippery floors
• Trip and fall injuries caused by damaged walkways or stairs, or poor upkeep
• Construction site injuries, particularly involving persons other than workers
• Inadequate security (lights, surveillance) resulting in an assault by a third party
• Serious burns from fire or faulty wiring or plumbing
• Any defect on property causing injury and dangerous dogs or animals that injure you

Proving Negligence

Proving negligence is the key in your premises liability case, but it can be difficult. One reason is that a property owner might make quick repairs before you even file a claim. If possible, take photographs of the accident scene and your injuries, plus write down the names and addresses of any eyewitnesses. Just because you were injured on someone's property is not proof of negligence. The property owner has to be proven negligent (has done something wrong or unsafe). The owner of the property must pay for losses caused by the dangerous condition of the property if the injured person can prove:

1. The condition of the property was dangerous.
2. The owner knew, or should have known, about the dangerous condition.
3. The owner had a reasonable opportunity to correct or warn of the condition, which was not reasonably open and obvious to the injured party at the time of the accident.
4. If you are renting the property there may be liability on the landlord.
5. If a dog bite, the owner knows the dog could bite or be dangerous.

Our law firm is part of the community, and we are proud of our client testimonials, results and reputation. Contact us today for a free initial consultation by phone twenty-four hours a day seven days a week or return the consult form so we can begin to work for you.