Premises Liability Attorney
When a property owner fails to care for their property, serious accidents can result, such as slips, falls, and dog bites.
Premises liability attorney Lynn C. Harris in Provo and Salt Lake City, UT, can help hold negligent property owners responsible.
How do I know if I have a premises liability case?
You Will Need to Prove Several Details
Who Owns the Property?
The first step is identifying who owned, occupied, or leased the property where the accident occurred.
Were They Negligent?
You must prove that the defendant was negligent in maintaining a reasonable level of safety on their property.
Did Negligence Cause Injury?
You will also need to prove that you were injured and that your injury was directly caused by the negligence of the property owner.
Schedule a Free Case Evaluation
Proving negligence and causation are often highly complex. Mr. Harris can investigate your case and determine whether you have grounds for a lawsuit during a free case consultation at one of our offices.
What kinds of hazards must property owners prevent?
Something as simple as a cracked sidewalk can cause tremendous harm.
Slips and Falls Alone Can Land You in the Hospital
Slips and falls, one of the most common premises liability incidents, account for 1 million visits on their own.
I've been hurt. What now?
What to Do Immediately After an Injury
Get Medical Care
If you are seriously injured as a result of a fall, dog bite, or another scenario on someone else's property, get medical attention as soon as possible.Report the Accident
Immediately report the accident and injury to the property owner and make sure that he or she makes a written report of the accident.Keep a Record
Capture every detail of the accident and injury. Take photographs at the scene, collect contact information of those who witnessed the accident, and keep all of your medical bills.Contact a Premises Liability Lawyer
Premises liability cases are notoriously difficult to pursue on your own. While property owners are focused on protecting their best interests, a lawyer can help you seek justice and get the compensation you deserve.
Worried about the cost of hiring a lawyer?
We Take Care of Upfront Costs While You Focus on Recovering
Mr. Harris takes premises liability cases on a contingency basis. This means that our firm does not get paid until you are compensated for your injuries.
We also offer free, no-risk initial consultations.
