South Jordan Premises Liability Lawyer

Recovering Compensation for a Premises Liability Accident

There is an extensive list of damages that may be included in a premises liability accident claim. Some of these include:

• Medical bills and expenses
• Loss of past and future wages
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of household services (housekeeping, childcare, etc.)
• Loss of companionship
• Loss of parental companionship and guidance
• Mental anguish
• Other possible compensation depending on where the drugs or alcohol involved in the accident were derived and the driving history of the individual driving under the influence

If the premises liability accident occurred due to especially egregious or even intentional actions, additional compensation might be sought through punitive damages.

Proving Negligence in Premises Liability Claims

For a premises liability claim to be successful, it must be proven that the property owner was negligent. This means the injured party must demonstrate that the property owner knew or should have known about the unsafe condition and failed to address it. 

To establish negligence, the following must be proven:

• Duty of Care The property owner must have had a duty to keep the premises reasonably safe. 
• Breach of Duty The property owner must have breached their duty of care by failing to address or correct hazardous conditions. This could include not repairing a broken step, not cleaning up a spill, or failing to provide adequate lighting in a parking lot.
• Causation It must be shown that the unsafe condition caused the injury. This requires demonstrating that the accident would not have occurred if the property owner had addressed the hazard.
• Damages Finally, the injured party must have suffered actual damages, including physical injuries, emotional distress, and financial losses. A South Jordan premises liability attorney will help gather the necessary evidence to prove damages, including medical bills, lost wages, and any other relevant documentation.

Statute of Limitations

In Utah, the statute of limitations for premises liability cases, which typically fall under personal injury law, is four years from the date of the injury. This means that if you are injured due to unsafe conditions on someone else’s property, you generally have four years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit.

However, there are some exceptions and specific circumstances that may affect the timeline, such as cases involving minors, government entities, or if the injury was not immediately apparent. To ensure that your case is handled appropriately and within the time limits, it is important to consult a South Jordan premises liability attorney as soon as possible after an injury.

What your Premises Liability Attorney Will do for You

Carr Woodall is your best choice for experienced Utah premises liability accident attorneys. With us on your side, you can expect the best customer service and the settlement you deserve. 

What we will help you with:

• Guide you through the entire legal process of your claim.
• Answer your questions to ensure that you understand what is occurring through the whole process with frequent communication.
• We will communicate with all the parties involved for you – police departments, witnesses, insurance companies, and anyone else involved in the claim
• We will gather all of the evidence and information needed to build and prove your case. Every case is treated as though we are preparing for trial. This includes gathering official reports, preserving and obtaining physical evidence, collecting eyewitness testimony, proving medical injuries and treatment, involving the proper experts to provide evaluations and reports, etc.
• We will make sure the insurance company plays by the rules, follows the law, and treats you fairly.
• We will help you recover from your horrible accident and adapt to your new life.

Call Carr | Woodall Today

If you have been a victim of a premises liability accident, you need the assistance of a compassionate personal injury attorney. Our South Jordan premises liability lawyers are committed to fighting for the compensation you need and deserve.

If you’ve been injured due to hazardous conditions on someone else’s property, reach out to a South Jordan premises liability attorney today to schedule a consultation. 

Call us at (801) 988-9400 or contact us online to discuss your case and explore your legal options.