Have you been injured on someone else's property due to a dangerous condition? If you slipped and fell, were injured by faulty equipment, or suffered another injury due to the negligence of a property owner, you may be entitled to compensation.
Citrine Law's Yuma premises liability lawyers are committed to protecting your rights and holding property owners accountable for their negligence. We understand the complexities of premises liability law in Arizona and will fight to ensure you receive fair compensation for your injuries.
Slip and Fall Accidents
Slip and fall accidents are one of the most common types of premises liability claims. These accidents can occur due to various factors, such as:
- Wet floors without proper warning signs
- Uneven walking surfaces, cracked sidewalks, or potholes
- Poor lighting in stairwells or hallways
- Broken railings or malfunctioning elevators
- Missing handrails
- Spills or debris left unattended
If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident on someone else's property, it's crucial to determine if the property owner was negligent in maintaining a safe environment.
How Is Premises Liability Proven in Arizona?
To win a premises liability case in Arizona, the burden of proof lies with you, the injured party. You must prove the following elements: duty of care, breach of duty, causation, and damages. Understanding these elements and how they apply to your specific case is crucial for a successful claim.
Duty Of Care
In Arizona, the duty of care owed by a property owner depends on the legal status of the injured person on the property. This distinction can significantly impact your case. Understanding these classifications and the corresponding duty of care is crucial for a successful premises liability claim.
- Invitees: An invitee is someone who has been invited onto the property for a business purpose. Property owners owe the highest duty of care to invitees. This means they must take reasonable steps to discover and remedy dangerous conditions on the property and warn invitees of any potential hazards.
- Licensees: A licensee is someone who is lawfully on the property with the permission of the owner, but not for a business purpose. Property owners owe a lesser duty of care to licensees. They must generally refrain from willfully or wantonly causing injury to licensees and warn them of any known hidden dangers.
- Trespassers: Generally, property owners do not owe a duty of care to trespassers (adults). However, there are exceptions, such as when the trespasser is a child, and the property owner knows or should know that children are likely to trespass on the property and creates a hidden dangerous condition.
Arizona Statute of Limitations
The statute of limitations in Arizona for premises liability claims is generally two years from the date of the accident. This means you have two years to file a lawsuit against the property owner. It's crucial to contact a lawyer as soon as possible after your accident to ensure you meet all legal deadlines.
Schedule A Consultation With Citrine Law
If you've been injured on someone else's property in Yuma, AZ, don't hesitate to contact Citrine Law today. Our experienced premises liability lawyers will offer a free consultation to discuss your case and answer your questions. Let Citrine Law help you hold negligent property owners accountable.
