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When you visit someone’s property, you reasonably expect the owner to keep their premises safe. However, across Connecticut, premises liability accidents can happen without any warning and can cause substantial injuries and considerable medical costs. If you or a loved one was hurt recently on someone else’s property, you can hold the property owner responsible for your losses. Contact an experienced Hartford premises liability lawyer to discuss your legal options.
With over 75 years of combined legal experience, the attorneys at Weber & Rubano can help with your accident recovery when someone else is at fault. We can help calculate the amount you might anticipate recovering after a preventable premises liability incident. We offer confidential, no-cost consultations to evaluate your injury claim.
In Connecticut, property owners and managers must exercise reasonable care under the circumstances to keep all visitors safe. They are required to keep their properties in safe condition, and if they find out about any safety concerns, they must work quickly to remedy the issue. Owners and managers must either fix the problem or warn all visitors about the potential dangers on the property.
When owners and managers fail to meet their duty to maintain a safe property, it’s considered negligence because of their carelessness. If you were hurt and sustained injuries because of someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. The property owner or manager can be held responsible for a premises liability claim and liable for your injuries.
To prove a premises liability claim, you must prove these elements:
While you don’t have to hire an attorney, proving premises liability can be challenging without an experienced legal professional by your side. When you need help proving someone else caused your accident, contact the experienced team at Weber & Rubano. Our attorneys are familiar with the nuances of premises liability, and we can provide invaluable assistance with any type of premises liability claim.
A variety of different types of premises liability claims exist, including:
There are other kinds of accidents that fall within the scope of a premises liability claim. If you were hurt while visiting someone else’s property, it’s worth discussing your accident with a trusted attorney to hear how they can help. An attorney can listen to what happened in your specific accident and create a personalized strategy based on relevant laws in order to maximize your recovery.
You may be a victim of a premises liability accident when you’re visiting a property as a guest or even while at work. Hartford employers have a duty to keep their workplace safe as well. Yet, employers don’t always follow safety regulations. If you were hurt at work, it’s important to file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits with your employer.
Consider speaking with an experienced Hartford attorney before you file workers’ comp forms. An attorney can help protect your employee rights and get the full compensation you deserve for your work-related injuries. They can also help gather evidence to build a compelling claim to help maximize your benefits recovery and assist you if your workers’ comp claim is denied.
Regardless of the type of claim and whether it happens while out or at work, damages may be available to accident victims who were harmed by the negligence of property owners and managers. Contact a trusted lawyer to discuss the damages available in your claim.
The main goal of any Hartford premises liability case is to recover compensation for the damages that you suffered because of your accident. Once you’ve established fault, you can then demonstrate the full extent of your losses and show that they are directly linked to the property owner or manager’s negligence.
You can pursue compensation in a few different forms. With a premises liability claim, you might be eligible for what’s called compensatory damages. This means returning you to your pre-accident position and awarding money for economic and non-economic damages.
An attorney can discuss the amount you may be able to recover for both types of damages. They may also discuss a third type of recovery, called punitive damages. They are only available under certain circumstances when a court intends to punish someone, often for actions that are so unbelievable or excessively negligent. It’s worth discussing this type of compensation with your lawyer if there’s a case to be made for extreme recklessness in your circumstances.
Even excessively careful people can experience property-related accidents. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that throughout the country, premises liability cases involving slips, trips, and/or falls make up the majority of work-related accidents. This accounts for about 15% of all accidental deaths in the United States.
Additionally, floors and flooring materials contribute to about 2 million injuries every year. Emergency rooms see about 8 million visits because of falls as well.
With premises liability law including many different types of claims, it’s often hard to determine the exact number of people who file these cases. Yet, the Department of Justice Bureau of Justice Statistics reports that they account for about 11% of all tort trials, which is a significant amount of all personal injury claims.
With a noteworthy amount of preventable premises liability accidents happening throughout the U.S., it’s important to consult an experienced attorney to help pursue financial recovery.
With many civil cases settling before trial, a skilled negotiator by your side can make a significant difference in your case. An attorney from Weber & Rubano can address your injuries and provide reliable legal advice.
A premises liability accident can leave victims suffering from life-altering injuries, disabilities, and, in some cases, fatalities. There are some more common injuries in our area, including:
You may have incurred a variety of injuries, and medical bills can feel overwhelming. With an attorney, you can comprehensively discuss your recovery options. If a loved one passed away, contact an attorney right away about a wrongful death claim. It’s important to speak with an attorney so you don’t miss any critical deadlines.
With any personal injury accident claim, it’s crucial to speak with an attorney right away so they can begin gathering evidence and building your case. An attorney can discuss your accident and collect evidence before it becomes more difficult to gather. They can also ensure you file your claim within Connecticut’s statute of limitations.
In Connecticut, you have two years to file a claim for legal damages. This deadline applies to a variety of different claims, including slip-and-falls, car accidents, truck accidents, dog bites, medical malpractice, and more.
There are some exceptions to the statute of limitations, which is why it’s especially important to speak with a trusted Hartford personal injury lawyer early in your claim process. They can further explain the applicable deadlines and ensure you’re following Connecticut law.
When you’ve been hurt, it’s easy to get started on a legal claim with our office. We offer a no-obligation free case review not only so we can discuss how we can help you, but also so you can decide if we’re the right attorneys for your claim without any pressure.
Weber & Rubano understands how to build compelling premises liability claims that are trial-ready. Our team is ready to chat about how our experienced attorneys can help you maximize your recovery after an avoidable accident.
If you or a family member was hurt in a premises liability accident, contact us to set up an initial consultation right away.