Premises Liability Lawyers in Louisiana
Louisiana law requires property owners and managers to provide reasonably safe conditions for all individuals who use their property or to warn them if any hazardous conditions exist. If a party fails to do so and it results in an individual being injured, the injured party may be able to recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages and other damages.
These claims fall under the personal injury category known as “premises liability.” At The Truitt Law Firm, LLC, our attorneys have nearly three decades of experience litigating premises liability claims on behalf of injured plaintiffs and representing property owners who have been accused of negligence. Our experience on both sides of the courtroom allows us to anticipate the arguments of opposing counsel and build a stronger case on your behalf.
Common Premises Liability Claims
Premises liability law could apply to a seemingly endless number of injury scenarios on private or public property. These include:
- Slip-and-fall or trip-and-fall accidents
- Assaults and other crimes suffered as the result of inadequate security
- Unsafe sidewalks, parking lots or other public areas
- Dog bites and other animal attacks
- Falling debris
- Swimming pool accidents, drownings and near-drownings
- Injuries in apartment complexes due to landlord negligence
Most premises liability matters need to occur on a dangerous property itself, but dog bites are an exception. If you were the victim of an unprovoked attack by someone else’s dog, the incident would still be actionable even if it occurred outside of the dog owner’s property.
The Details Matter When Proving Or Refuting Property Owner Negligence
At The Truitt Law Firm, LLC, our experienced personal injury lawyers advocate aggressively in premises liability cases. Over the years, businesses have become targets for manufactured premises liability lawsuits. A person slips on a wet floor at a grocery store and the immediate response is to sue for damages. Louisiana law states that an injured party must show three elements to win a premises liability lawsuit:
- A dangerous condition existed that led to an injury
- The property owner or manager knew or should have known about the condition
- The property owner or manager took no action to eliminate the dangerous condition
Defending Clients In Cases Without Merit
Our firm also has one of the strongest track records of success defending businesses in premises liability cases. We have been asked to lecture on the topic of premises liability because of our extensive experience in this area of law. Our thorough knowledge of Louisiana personal injury laws allows us to identify the weaknesses of a case and develop an effective defense strategy. Knowing both sides of case helps us represent all types of clients in court.
We are always prepared to litigate – our attorneys have taken nearly 500 cases to trial. We are skilled at accurately assessing cases early in the process and recommending to our clients whether to settle or proceed to trial.
Speak To An Experienced Premises Liability Attorney
The Truitt Law Firm, LLC, invites you to contact us to schedule a free initial consultation in which we will review the facts of your case and recommend the best course of action. We work with clients throughout Louisiana from our office in Covington. Call us at 985-378-8072 or reach out online to get started.
Let Us Answer Your Premises Liability Questions
We also have a strong track record of successfully defending businesses, property managers, landlords and other parties in premises liability cases.
- What is required to prove fault in a premises liability lawsuit?
- What steps can an injured party take to strengthen their premises liability case?
- How long do I have to file a premises liability lawsuit?
- What are the legal fees for representing a party in a premises liability lawsuit?
- How can a premises liability lawsuit be successfully defended?
What is required to prove fault in a premises liability lawsuit?
To prove that another party is liable for an injury that occurred on their property, it must be shown that negligence was the cause. This involves showing that:
- The condition of the property was dangerous when the accident occurred
- The injury was caused by the dangerous condition
- The owner or property manager knew (or should have known) the dangerous condition existed and failed to warn visitors about the danger and take steps within a reasonable amount of time to repair or otherwise eliminate the dangerous condition
These elements can be more complex than they might seem. That’s why it is important to work with a skilled and experienced attorney like those at our firm.
The final step would be to contact an attorney before you speak further with the property owner or any insurance company.
How can a premises liability lawsuit be successfully defended?
Every personal injury lawsuit is different depending upon the unique facts of the case. However, there are common defenses that can be used. These include:
- The property owner had no knowledge of or reason to know about the dangerous condition
- The injured party was trespassing on property they had no legal right to be on
- The injured party did not follow safety rules or was on a part of the property that was not open to the public
- The injured party accepted an assumption of risk by being fully aware of any dangers, understood the risks and accepted those risks by coming on the property
When we take your case, we will explore all possible arguments to maximize your chances of a successful defense.
Contact Us To Discuss Your Injury Case
Whether you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence or have been named in a personal injury lawsuit, we welcome the opportunity to review the facts of your case and recommend a course of action. Call 985-378-8072 or use our online contact form to schedule a consultation.