When we visit a store, home, or other property in Georgia, we expect that the premises are safe and secure. We expect that the owner is taking basic steps to protect anyone who may visit the premises. Unfortunately, not all owners uphold these responsibilities, leading to serious accidents. Under Georgia’s premises liability laws, property...
Property owners have a responsibility to ensure that their properties are safe. If a customer, tenant, visitor, or employee is injured due to a property hazard, the victim would have the right to pursue legal action against that owner. These lawsuits are known as premises liability claims. When pursuing a premises liability lawsuit, you...
Premises liability claims arise when someone is injured due to a hazard at residential, commercial, or governmental properties. In Georgia, property owners have a responsibility to ensure that their premises are safe and free from any dangerous hazards. If a hazard does arise, they must fix it and warn tenants, customers, and any other...
All property owners in Georgia, from store owners to landlords to private homeowners, have a responsibility to keep their premises safe. This means that they must inspect their premises regularly, order repairs when needed, and warn visitors about potential hazards. If someone is injured while visiting their property, these owners could face legal action....
When a driver is involved in a pedestrian accident, he or she must stop, ensure that no one is severely injured, and wait for the police to arrive. Sometimes, a motorist flees the scene of an accident—leaving the pedestrian without the information that he or she needs to file a claim. If you were...