Premises Liability Lawyers Serving O’Fallon, St. Charles County And The Surrounding Counties

Premises liability is the liability of a landowner for certain injuries suffered by persons who are present on the premises. Premises liability cases are also known as “slip-and-fall” cases. Every year, thousands of people in the United States suffer serious injuries due to a “slip-and-fall accident” or a “trip-and-fall accident.” Landowners are responsible for managing safe conditions on the property they own. These types of accidents can occur inside or outside, at a residence, a place of public gathering or a place of business.

If you find yourself in a slip-and-fall situation, contact Suddarth & Koor, LLC. The liability of owners and occupiers of property will vary depending on the legal rules and principles in place in the state where the slip and fall injury occurred.

Attorneys For Lawsuits Against Landlords And Property Owners

In Missouri, the owner and possessor of property are required to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe manner. This includes public areas such as malls, hotels and businesses. Something may appear harmless at first glance, like a cracked or poorly lit walkway, but can cause a serious accident.

In a potential premises liability case, it must be determined if the property owner was aware or should have known of the hazard that caused the injury. This can also include the knowledge that the property was constructed and maintained according to the building ordinances and codes.

The most common premises liability accidents are slip, trip and fall accidents. This can happen in improperly maintained hallways, stairways, walkways and parking lots.

Another way premises liability can occur is through the presence of biohazards such as lead, carbon monoxide and mold. Property owners must regularly inspect their property to make sure there are no gas leaks and that smoke detectors are working.