Serious Injuries Caused by Dangerous Property Conditions
Property-injury claims depend on what made the property dangerous, who controlled it, what was known or should have been known, and whether reasonable steps were taken.
Key Issues
- Dangerous stairs, walkways or structures
- Negligent maintenance
- Ice or hazardous conditions
- Inadequate security
- Unsafe commercial property
- Failure to warn
The Key Question Is Why the Property Was Unsafe
A serious premises case generally requires proof about the dangerous condition, who controlled the property, how long the condition existed, what the responsible party knew or should have known, and whether reasonable steps were taken to correct or warn about it.
Examples of Serious Premises Claims
- Dangerous stairs or structural conditions
- Serious ice or maintenance hazards
- Unsafe commercial property
- Inadequate lighting or security
- Uncorrected hazards after prior notice
- Other dangerous conditions causing significant injury
