If you have been hurt on someone else’s property due to their negligence and the property owner is found to be liable, you may be entitled to compensation. This compensation may come in an out-of-court settlement offered by the property owner’s insurer, or as the result of a jury verdict from a lawsuit.
Property owners have a responsibility to people that come onto their property. If a visitor is hurt, the property owner has breached that responsibility and the visitor can sue and hold the property owner liable. The extent is determined by premises liability law. The owner’s responsibility can extend to more than just the actual building, or the area around the building or property, it can also include public sidewalks around the property if used for access.
If you or a loved one has been hurt due to someone else’s negligence, it is important that you know your rights under the law and your options for recovery. Contact us at Murphy Law Firm LLC to schedule a free initial consultation. Call our office located in Baton Rouge, at 225-928-8800 to make an appointment. We want to help.
