Who is liable for your injury? When it comes to paying for your injury-related expenses, like medical bills and lost wages, liability is crucial. It determines what a given insurance plan will or will not cover. When you’re injured, you need to know that you’ll be taken care of. The Philadelphia premises liability attorneys at Solomon, Sherman, Gabay, Briskin & Sherman will ensure you get the insurance payout you need to cover your bills.
Property owners generally have a duty to care for those who have a right to be on their premises. This includes invited guests, customers, business partners, etc. Unfortunately, there are times when the careless or negligent actions of a property owner lead to hazardous situations arising that cause harm to others. Some of the most common causes of premises liability injuries include the following:
A Philadelphia premises liability attorney from Solomon, Sherman, Gabay, Briskin & Sherman will be able to conduct a full investigation into the incident in order to determine liability in an effort to hold the property owner accountable.
At Solomon, Sherman, Gabay, Briskin & Sherman, our Philadelphia premises liability attorneys regularly help clients who have sustained a range of injuries as a result of the careless or negligent actions of property owners. This includes the following:
Our team also helps clients who have sustained significant emotional and psychological injuries as a result of the actions of property owners.
Victims of Philadelphia premises liability injuries need to be aware that there is a time limit in place for them to file lawsuits against the alleged negligent party. The statute of limitations for Pennsylvania personal injury claims is two years from the date the injury occurred. If an injured party fails to file a lawsuit against the negligent property owner within this two-year timeframe, they will lose the ability to recover any compensation for their losses.
If you or somebody you care about has been injured by the careless or negligent actions of a property owner, you need to speak to an attorney about your case as soon as possible. There may be various types of compensation available for your claim, including the following:
There is no set amount of compensation that is awarded in premises liability cases in Pennsylvania. The total amount of compensation a victim receives will depend on various factors related to their case, including the severity of the injuries, their level of pain and suffering, whether they are able to work, etc. A skilled premises liability attorney in Philadelphia will work with economic experts to properly calculate the total expenses.
Philadelphia premises liability claims establish responsibility for your injury and prevent insurance companies from rejecting your claim. Our personal injury attorneys can help you appeal insurance denials. We put together a team of experts and investigators to determine liability in slip and fall, auto accident, product defect, premises liability, and other personal injury cases. If your injury occurred on someone else’s property, the property owner may be liable. Under local, state, and federal laws, a property owner is required to address potential hazards on their property. Potential hazards can include faulty electrical wiring, poor construction, building code violations, ice or water collected on walkways, or poorly maintained landscaping. Companies may be liable for selling defective products that lead to an injury.
Don’t get stuck with an unnecessary financial burden. If you suspect your injury is due to someone else’s negligence or recklessness, call the expert Philadelphia premises liability claims attorneys at Solomon, Sherman, Gabay, Briskin & Sherman. We inform you of your rights and the options you have for pursuing your case.