Types of Premises Liability Accidents
 

In addition to the typical slip and fall accidents and dog bites, our clients have been injured in various other property-related incidents, such as:
 

• Amusement park accidents
• Hotel or motel accidents
• Elevator or escalator accidents
• Food poisoning
• Swimming pool and hot tub accidents
• Falling trees
• Electrocution injuries
• Construction accidents
   
  

In many cases, an unsafe property condition has caused the injury. For example, a spilled liquid in a grocery store could cause a customer to slip, while defective scaffolding could fall onto a sidewalk, injuring a pedestrian. Hazards may be artificial or naturally occurring, such as ice forming near a store entrance after a storm, which can lead to customer falls if the owner fails to address the risk.
 

"If you have been hurt on commercial property, it is important to have an employee, usually a manager, fill out an incident report. If you are asked to sign it, you are entitled to a copy of the document."

– Brian P. Azemika, Rocklin Premises Liability Attorney
 

Premises Liability Claims & Big Box Retailers
 

Large companies often aggressively contest premises liability claims. Many big box retailers have legal teams dedicated to minimizing or denying claims. Their insurance adjusters, attorneys, and staff work to protect their profits by rejecting as many claims as possible.
 

This is why having an experienced attorney is crucial. Many defendants attempt to shift the blame onto the victim. If they are successful, they can reduce their liability or avoid paying compensation entirely.
 

Can You Sue for Compensation?
 

California law allows accident victims to seek compensation in certain situations. The key issue is whether the property owner or occupier was negligent in maintaining the premises. You can seek compensation if the owner fails to exercise ordinary care to prevent injuries.
 

This is a fact-based analysis with few strict rules. Some considerations include:
 

• Whether the owner created the hazard. If so, they should have been aware of it and taken steps to address it.
• Whether the owner knew the hazard existed, even if it was naturally occurring.
• How long has the hazard existed? If it persisted for an extended period, the owner should have discovered and fixed it.
• Steps the owner took to fix the hazard or warn visitors. An owner who takes no action is less reasonable than one who promptly addresses the issue.
• The victim's reason for being on the property. While California allows trespassers to file claims, their rights are more limited.

Our Rocklin premises liability attorney will review your case to determine if the property owner is liable for your injuries.
 

Compensation for a Premises Liability Acciden

Our clients seek compensation for both economic and non-economic losses. We recommend contacting our firm to discuss your case and maximize your compensation.

Economic damages include:

• Property damage (e.g., damage to a vehicle from a falling tree or personal items like glasses or phones broken in a fall)
• Medical bills (hospital visits, surgeries, physical therapy, prescriptions, and diagnostic tests)
• Lost wages (compensation for time missed at work due to injury)
   
  

Non-economic damages include:

• Emotional distress
• Depression
• Mental anguish
• Physical pain
• Bodily limitations
• Scarring

Can You Negotiate Without a Lawyer?
 

California law does not require you to hire an attorney, but doing so provides several benefits:
 

• We handle all paperwork and communications so you can focus on recovery.
• We gather and analyze evidence to support your claim.
• We determine the full value of your injuries based on legal experience.
• We send a demand letter outlining the accident and requesting fair compensation.
• We negotiate effectively to settle, avoiding unnecessary litigation.
• If needed, we can file a lawsuit to fight for your rights.
   
  

Comparative Negligence & Premises Liability Accidents
 

What if you were partially responsible for your accident? For example, if a store had a "Wet Floor" sign but ignored it, or if you were distracted and tripped over an object.
 

California follows a "pure comparative negligence" rule. If you are partially at fault, your compensation is reduced based on your percentage of fault. For example, if you are 55% at fault, you can only recover 45% of your damages.
 

Defendants frequently try to shift blame to lessen their liability. Our firm will thoroughly analyze the evidence to ensure you are not unfairly blamed for your accident.
 

Contact Our Rocklin Premises Liability Attorney
 

Brian P. Azemika is committed to taking on large retailers and corporations in California. If you have been injured due to unsafe conditions on someone else's property, don't hesitate to reach out.