Safety & Security: When Disaster Strikes
When we think of tragedy, our attention is most often drawn to the road, but we should also pay attention to another big cause of serious injuries – dangerous properties. Every day, our law firm sees cases where people are seriously hurt or even killed because a place they were visiting wasn’t safe. Whether it’s a shopping mall, hotel, apartment complex, summer camp, place of worship, or a concert, we all have the right to expect that these places are safe. Unfortunately, that’s not always true, and the results can be tragic, leading to serious injuries or even deaths.
At Beasley Allen, we investigate cases every day where negligence from property owners or occupiers has created dangerous conditions. When something terrible happens because of this negligence, the outcomes are often devastating. Catastrophic premises cases involve serious injuries that occur on someone else’s property. These cases can take many forms, and while the laws might vary from state to state, we are experienced in helping clients seek justice in these situations.
The Many Forms of Catastrophic Premises Liability
Premises Liability cases can take many forms. Some of the cases we investigate and handle include the following:
- Sexual Violence: Our firm assists victims of sexual assault, especially in schools and churches where children are at risk. These cases often involve betrayal of trust due to ignored rules or inadequate supervision.
- Fires: Fires can arise from poor property maintenance, like faulty wiring. We investigate fire causes and safety measures, including smoke alarms and accessible exits, and have secured large settlements for fire-related injuries.
- Poisoning: Properties that use gas or store chemicals can pose poisoning risks due to poor maintenance or ventilation. We’ve handled serious carbon monoxide poisoning cases that have resulted in injuries or fatalities.
- Explosions: Explosions in properties with gas lines or flammable materials can lead to severe injuries. Our firm investigates these preventable incidents.
- Electrocutions: Electrocution poses serious risks in places like hotels and pools. Often caused by faulty wiring or lack of safety checks, these incidents can resemble drownings.
- Dangerous Animals: Risks from aggressive animals or insects arise when properties lack proper inspection and maintenance.
- Falling Objects: Unsecured heavy items in buildings can lead to serious accidents, resulting in disputes over liability.
- Dangerous Floors: Hazardous floors can lead to severe injuries. Issues like slippery or uneven surfaces often lead to legal disputes.
- Unsafe Structures: Poorly constructed buildings can collapse, causing injuries or fatalities. These include decks and roofs that exceed safe occupancy limits.
- Drownings: Drownings can occur where safety measures are ignored, including in pools and water bodies.
- Maritime Vessels: We investigate safety issues on large boats or ships, as dangerous vessels can pose risks similar to land properties.
- Criminal Violence: Our firm helps victims of criminal violence recover compensation in negligent security cases, focusing on property owners’ responsibilities to prevent crime.
These are just a few of the many scenarios we have investigated and litigated on behalf of our clients. Catastrophic premises cases involve a unique subset of the law, and therefore require skilled lawyers with a specialty in this area, collaboration with various experts, and a commitment to holding wrongdoers accountable in court. If you have any questions about catastrophic premises liability cases, contact us today.
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