Belleville Premises Liability Attorneys

If you are on either public or private property and get hurt due to an unsafe condition, you may have a premises liability case. The parties involved in a premises liability lawsuit are often the property owner. However, others on the property, such as contractors who are in control of the property at the time of the accident, may also be held liable for failing to foster a safe environment.

The Belleville premises liability attorneys at Nelson & Nelson are passionate about helping injured victims receive compensation following an injury. If you were injured while visiting a property and there were unsafe conditions present, contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your case.

WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR A PREMISES LIABILITY ACCIDENT IN ILLINOIS?

Under Illinois law, the property owner may not be the person solely responsible for the state of the property. For instance, in a construction site, the contractors and lessees of the property may be liable for injuries to guests or visitors who are hurt while that party is in control of the property. Premises liability injuries commonly occur on private residences and commercial properties, such as stores, restaurants, office buildings, etc.

The justice system does not automatically provide accident victims compensation for their injuries, losses, and damages. To win a premises liability lawsuit, the injured party must prove there were unsafe conditions present that led to their injury. The following questions must be answered to determine responsibility:

Was some sort of dangerous condition present on the premises?
Did the party in possession or in control of the premises know about its existence?
Did that party fail to use reasonable care to discover, remedy, or warn others of the danger?
Did the injured guest or visitor suffer an injury as a result of the lack of discovery, remedy, or warning of the danger present?

The court uses many factors to determine whether or not someone is at fault for an injury, so it is important to seek the counsel of a skilled personal injury attorney to help you file your premises liability claim. You may receive compensation for your injuries, as well as for lost wages and the pain and suffering you endured as a result of your injury.

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Common Premises Liability Cases

Numerous types of cases can be considered premises liability cases. Some include:

Dog bite injuries and other animal attacks
Slip and fall accidents
Swimming pool accidents resulting from lack of supervision or inadequate safety features
Toxic chemical exposure due to hazardous materials stored or used on the property
Fires caused by defective wiring, appliances, or other conditions
Injuries resulting from malfunctioning elevators or escalators
Accidents involving negligent safety, which may include unsafe conditions such as:
- Icy or wet surfaces
- Broken handrails on walkways and stairs
- Poor lighting
- Obstacles that caused a slip and fall injury
- Lack of security on the premises

HOW OUR PREMISES LIABILITY LAWYERS CAN HELP

The process of filing a premises liability claim can be challenging, especially if you don’t have legal experience. After being injured, you should be focused on healing and recovering rather than being stressed while handling this complex situation on your own.

At Nelson & Nelson, we understand that injuries can take an enormous physical, emotional, and financial toll on victims and their families, and we do everything we can to ensure that the legal process is smooth and stress-free. Our attorneys can help determine who is at fault for your injury. When possible, we seek to negotiate a favorable settlement with the other side and bypass litigation, but if they are not willing to be reasonable, we are more than prepared to aggressively advocate for your rights and interests in court. Our premises liability attorneys can represent you in your claim, help prove your injuries were caused by unsafe conditions, and fight for the compensation you deserve.

Contact a Belleville Premises Liability Lawyer

If you were a guest or visiting a property and were injured as a result of dangerous conditions, contact the premises liability attorneys at Nelson & Nelson for a free consultation about your claim. We work hard and provide close, personal attention to every client.

Common Premises Liability Cases

Numerous types of cases can be considered premises liability cases. Some include:

Dog bite injuries
Slip and fall accidents
Accidents involving negligent security, which may include unsafe conditions such as:
- Icy or wet surfaces
- Broken handrails on walkways and stairs
- Poor lighting
- Obstacles that caused a slip and fall injury
- Lack of security on the premises

That being said, the state of Illinois recognizes contributory negligence in personal injury cases, meaning if you are partially responsible for an accident, you may receive less money from a personal injury settlement.

For instance, if safety precautions are clearly posted and you ignore them, you may be partially at fault for your injury. This may result in a lower amount of compensation for your injuries, but the compensation may still be helpful as you recover from your injuries.

The court uses many factors to determine whether or not someone is partially at fault for their injury, so it is important to seek the counsel of a skilled personal injury attorney to help you file your claim. You may receive compensation for your injuries, as well as for lost wages and pain and suffering you endured as a result of your injury.

Contact a Belleville Personal Injury Lawyer

If you were a guest or visiting a property and were injured as a result of dangerous conditions, contact the personal injury attorneys at Nelson and Nelson for a free consultation about your claim. We work hard and provide close, personal attention to every client.