Premises liability covers many types of serious accidents and injuries that happen at businesses such as retail stores, restaurants, and shopping malls as well as residential homes or apartments. Some of the most common such accidents include slip and fall accidents, trip and fall accidents, and falling merchandize or equipment such as ceiling fans or lights.
In such cases, the best thing you can do is consult an experienced Lafayette personal injury lawyer. Call Anderson Blanda & Saltzman today at (337) 233-3366.
Why Hire Our Premises Liability Attorneys in Lafayette?
- Experience. We have over 100 years of combined experience protecting the rights of injury victims and their families.
- Integrity. We won’t take your case unless we believe it has merit and that we can help you recover the compensation you are owed.
- Free Consultation. You can meet with one of our Lafayette premises liability attorneys to discuss your case at no charge or obligation. We will listen to you, answer your questions, and explain your options. If we represent you, we will fight tirelessly to recover your maximum compensation.
- No Fee Unless You Win. We pay all costs of pursuing your premises liability claim, and you pay nothing until we win compensation for you.
Premises Liability Law in Louisiana
Louisiana law gives you the right to hold a landowner liable for the injuries you suffer on their property in certain circumstances.
Louisiana Civil Code Article 2322 states:
“Damage caused by ruin of building
The owner of a building is answerable for the damage occasioned by its ruin, when this is caused by neglect to repair it, or when it is the result of a vice or defect in its original* construction. However, he is answerable for damages only upon a showing that he knew or, in the exercise of reasonable care, should have known of the vice or defect which caused the damage, that the damage could have been prevented by the exercise of reasonable care, and that he failed to exercise such reasonable care. Nothing in this Article shall preclude the court from the application of the doctrine of res ipsa loquitur in an appropriate case.”
Business owners owe a duty of care to keep their premises in reasonably safe condition. Louisiana Revised Statutes 9:2800.6(A) states:
“A merchant owes a duty to persons who use his premises to exercise reasonable care to keep his aisles, passageways, and floors in a reasonably safe condition. This duty includes a reasonable effort to keep the premises free of any hazardous conditions which reasonably might give rise to damage.”
Under Louisiana’s premises liability laws, a landowner’s negligence may result in their liability. To be successful in a premises liability claim, you must establish the following four elements:
- There was an unreasonable hazard on the landowner’s property.
- The landowner knew or should have known about the danger and failed to address it.
- The hazard caused your injury.
- You suffered actual damages because of the hazard.
Some common injuries suffered in premises liability cases include:
- Head injuries
- Neck injuries
- Spine injuries
- Broken hip
- Broken pelvis
- Broken wrist or arm
- Torn tendons and ligaments
Slip and Fall Injuries: These often happen because of unsafe conditions, such as water, ice, paint, or other slippery substances on a walking surface. Slip and fall accidents are governed by a specific Louisiana law, which requires merchants to exercise reasonable care to keep the aisles, passageways, and floors of their premises in a reasonably safe condition. Failure to do so means the merchant is potentially liable for the accident.
Trip and Fall Injuries: These often result from hidden hazards, poor lighting, abrupt changes in a walkway, lack of adequate handrails, or inadequate warning of a change in elevation. Building codes and safety standards set minimum requirements that must be met by building owners for your protection. Unfortunately, injuries can occur when negligent owners, landlords, and management supervisors fail to notify you of possible dangers.
Our law firm is dedicated to helping you maintain your life after suffering a serious injury or other tragic event. Once we accept your case, we will provide you with financial support for vital medical care. We can also help you find a physician if needed. In addition, we provide counseling, support, and guidance throughout your case.
We handle all aspects of dealing with insurance companies, filing your legal claim, and litigating your case from start to finish. Because all personal injury cases are handled on a contingency basis, you will not be charged any fees unless a claim recovery is made.
How a Lafayette Premises Liability Lawyer Can Help You
An experienced Lafayette premises liability lawyer will investigate your accident to determine all possible causes and conduct discovery to help collect evidence to prove your case. They will also help ensure your damages are all included and accurately valued, so you know what would be a fair settlement of your case.
A Lafayette premises liability lawyer can help negotiate a fair settlement of your claim as quickly as possible. If a fair settlement is not reached, they can take your case to trial and demand compensation for your damages.
Schedule a Free Consultation With Our Lafayette Premises Liability Attorney Today
If you have been injured on another person’s property due to their negligence, you may be able to recover compensation for your damages.
You need the help of an experienced Lafayette premises liability lawyer with a proven record of recovering maximum compensation. You need Anderson Blanda & Saltzman by your side.
Call (337) 233-3366 or complete the form on our contact page and schedule a free consultation to discuss your Lafayette premises liability claim.