Premises Liability Lawyer in Pawtucket

Visiting another person’s home or business can lead to serious injuries if the owner fails to maintain it or warn of the risks. When this happens, the property owner may be responsible for the losses you suffer, including medical bills and pain and suffering. 

At Gemma Law Firm, our premises liability lawyer in Pawtucket offers legal guidance and support for you, helping you to recover fair damages in your case. Our Pawtucket personal injury lawyer has more than 100 years of combined experience.

Explaining Premises Liability

Property owners maintain responsibility for their location. They must take reasonable steps to keep visitors safe from any avoidable injuries or losses. If the owner fails to maintain the property, someone suffers an accident as a result, and then suffers an injury, the owner could be held liable. Examples of premises liability cases include:

• Failure to maintain: This type of premises liability claim applies in situations where the property owner fails to maintain the location, often due to unsafe floors, lack of handrails on steps, damaged platforms on landings, or slippery conditions.
• Lack of security: Negligent security occurs when a property owner is aware, or should have been aware, of a safety risk at the property and fails to take steps to minimize it. This may include a lack of security professionals, alarms, or locks to keep criminals out.
• No warning: In situations where there are risks that the property owner cannot immediately correct, signage should warn of those risks. A lack of signs for wet floors, uneven parking lots, or construction falling object risks could be deemed negligence.
• Dog bites: Premises liability extends to dogs as well. If a dog bites or attacks you, without provocation, and you suffer injuries, the owner could be responsible.
• Attractive nuisances: Swimming pools, trampolines, or other dangerous structures left accessible to children who fall or otherwise suffer an injury can also fall under premises liability.

If you suffer a slip and fall accident, trip over debris, or suffer an injury from a falling object, you may have the right to seek financial compensation from the at-fault party. With the help of a lawyer, you will know what your case is worth based on the injuries you sustained. Discuss what happened to you during a free consultation with our team. Review our case results today.

Statute of Limitations for Premises Liability Claims

The statute of limitations for filing a claim against a property owner is three years from the date of the injury, according to R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-14. When it comes to snow and ice, the Rhode Island Supreme Court permits property owners a reasonable a RI Gen. Laws § 9-1-14mount of time to clear these hazards from their properties once the storm has ended.

When it comes to property owned by a government entity, personal injury victims must follow the special timing and notification requirements under R.I. Gen. Laws § 45-15-9. This includes giving a government entity notice within 60 days of your injury and filing a lawsuit within three years. Should you fail to follow these rules, you could lose out on a valid claim.

We Handle the Insurance Claims Process to Maximize Your Compensation

When you work with our Pawtucket premises liability attorney, you gain an advocate who is more than just an experienced legal representative. We care about your outcome, and for that reason, we do our best to make sure the insurance company treats you fairly. Insurance companies seek the lowest possible payout, but we hold them accountable.

We encourage victims to seek medical care right away after such an accident and then to focus on their recovery. As you do, you can contact us to start building your claim in a detailed, evidence-backed documentation of what happened. We do not let the insurance company blame you or hold you accountable for their mistake.

With expert testimony and a wide range of resources at your disposal, our legal team will seek an outcome for you that is reasonable and fair. There is no simple way to recover from your injuries, but you can expect Gemma Law Firm to be diligent in fighting for monetary compensation.

What Your Premises Liability Claim May Be Worth

The value of your claim is dependent on the severity of your injuries, the cause and recklessness of the property owner, and your attorney’s skill in building an evidence-backed claim and then negotiating for fair recovery. In most cases like this, you will be eligible for any damages you have. Some of the most common losses include:

• Medical expenses related to your injury and the ongoing care you need to recover
• Rehabilitation and support to healing fully
• Lost time and wages from missing work
• Loss of income if you cannot go back to the same job due to disabilities
• Property damage
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional trauma

With our knowledge and proven track record, you can expect to be treated fairly. Most of our cases are settled out of court. However, we also have extensive experience going to trial to fight for our clients. Learn more about premises liability in our frequently asked questions.

Schedule a Free Consultation With Our Premises Liability Attorneys in Pawtucket Now

Turn to Gemma Law Firm for a free consultation to discuss your case. Our premises liability lawyers in Pawtucket are ready to fight for you. 

Let us get to work building a robust claim that holds those who hurt you truly accountable.