Accidents can happen anywhere. If you are injured because of a dangerous condition on someone else’s property, such as a grocery store, movie theater, or restaurant, you may be entitled to compensation from the property owner or their insurance company.
Private vs. Public Property
In general, property owners have a responsibility to keep their premises safe. Private property owners owe a duty of reasonable care to people present on their land. Public property owners, such as business owners, owe an even higher duty of care to the people that come onto their property. Those owners are required to keep their premises as safe as the nature of their business reasonably permits when constructing, maintaining, repairing, and operating the property.
Premises Liability: Slip-and-Fall Accidents
Premises liability claims most commonly arise when someone falls and is injured. In Wisconsin, slipping and falling on ice during the winter is not uncommon. However, falls are not always due to the inattentiveness or clumsiness of the people who fall.
- Falling objects including ice or construction tools
- Improper lack of lighting or improper flooring (uneven surfaces or floor cracks)
- Improperly maintained walkways
- Improper or untimely ice/snow removal
- Wet or slippery surfaces
Act quickly to protect your claim. After obtaining necessary medical care, it is essential to document the incident in order to preserve evidence. Take photos, document all relevant facts and details, and make a list of any witnesses. Then, consult an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible to safeguard your rights and pursue the full compensation you deserve.
If someone’s negligence caused you or a loved one to be injured, one of our premises liability attorneys will help you gain the compensation you deserve. For a FREE consultation with one of our attorneys at Doar, Drill & Skow, call 877-630-3062 toll free or contact us online. Located in New Richmond, we serve clients throughout western Wisconsin.