WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A SLIP AND FALL VS. TRIP AND FALL CASE? When it comes to proving your slip and fall or trip and fall case and making a personal injury claim there actually is a HUGE difference between these two types of claims. Satisfying plaintiff’s burden of proof in a “slip” case …
WHAT IS THE PLAINTIFF’S BURDEN OF PROOF IN A PREMISES LIABILITY CASE? In a premises liability civil trial, the plaintiff bears the burden of proof, which means that the plaintiff must prove the facts in the case by a preponderance of the evidence (i.e., the greater weight of the evidence, that it is more likely …
DEFENDANTS IN A SLIP AND FALL CASE When a premises liability case (i.e. slip and fall or trip and fall incident) occurs, determining who the proper defendant to be named in the lawsuit is complicated. Multiple parties may bear responsibility for the safety of the premises. The possible defendants in a slip and fall case …
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Premises Liability “Premises liability” is a legal term to refer to certain types of personal injury cases. It is the plaintiff’s injury was caused by some type of unsafe or defective condition on someone’s property. These type of cases may include: Slip and fall cases Trip and fall cases Snow and ice accidents Inadequate maintenance …
Do you know that most nursing home injury cases are not due to any fault of the residents? Nursing home injury cases are too common. Nursing homes must take care of their residents. We trust that the nursing homes will provide adequate care. But sometimes they abuse our trust and do not give the service …
WHAT DISCOVERY IN A PREMISES LIABILITY CASE SHOULD BE CONDUCTED? The process of obtaining the facts and evidence to be presented at the time of trial is known as the “discovery” process. Discovery in premises liability cases is critical. The parties exchange information and learn about the strengths and weaknesses of the case. Anything that …
CAUSATION IN A PREMISES LIABILITY CASE Causation in a premises liability case is difficult to prove. If a duty of care is imposed, the plaintiff bears the burden of proving a substantial link or nexus between the breach or omission and the injury. Not only must the plaintiff prove that the defendant breached its duty, …
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CALL NOW 310-498-2750 24/7 SERVICE. CALL OR TEXT. Get In Touch With A Lawyer DANGEROUS CONDITION ON A PREMISES A dangerous condition is one that creates a substantial risk of injury when the property is used with necessary precaution in a manner in which it is reasonably foreseeable for it to be used. The injured …
WHAT IS THE NECESSARY INVESTIGATION AND EVIDENCE IN PREMISES LIABILITY CASES? It is important to gather evidence in premises liability cases. Immediately at the time of the incident, photos should be taken of the condition of the premises. Anyone at the scene should take photographs, preferably with a measuring ruler, a quarter (.5 inch), or …
WHO IS THE PROPER DEFENDANT IN PREMISES LIABILITY CASES? When a slip and fall incident occurs, determining who the proper defendant in premises liability cases and who is to be named in the lawsuit is complicated. Multiple parties may bear responsibility for the safety of the premises. The possible defendants in a slip and fall …
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Statute Of Limitations For Premises Liability Any filing deadlines for a case will be determine by the personal injury statute of limitations for premises liability in the state that has jurisdiction over the matter. California Code of Civil Procedure section 335.1 sets a two year deadline for the filing of “An action for… injury to, …
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Premises Liability “Premises liability” is a legal term used to refer to certain types of personal injury cases in which the plaintiff’s injury was caused by some type of unsafe or defective condition on someone’s property. These type of cases may include: slip and fall cases, trip and fall cases, snow and ice accidents, inadequate …
Slip and Fall Lawyer It is important to work with a California slip and fall lawyer because a trip or slip and fall accident can result in serious personal injuries, including fractures and broken bones, soft tissue injury, trauma brain injury, and many other serious injuries. The slip and fall lawyers at The Sterling Firm …
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Pedestrian accidents can happen anywhere and at any time. If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident, the financial burden and medical expenses can add up very quickly. An experienced West Hollywood pedestrian accidents attorney will negotiate with the insurance companies to ensure you receive full compensation. What Are Pedestrian Accidents? Any accident involving …
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