Recent Posts in Premises Liability Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 23-Dec-2021 Is a Property Owner Responsible for Crimes Committed on their Land? Many of us are aware of a property owner’s responsibility toward a visitor’s safety. For instance, a person can file a lawsuit for a slip-and-fall. Businesses must take the utmost care of customers and browsers. These visitors, after all, ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 6-May-2021 Can a Trespasser Sue for Premises Liability? If someone enters a property without permission, can they file a lawsuit if they are hurt? The answer, surprisingly, is yes. Trespassers A trespasser is someone who enters a property illegally. Even though they have no right to be there, they still ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 26-Apr-2021 Premises Liability: What You Need to Know When a visitor is hurt on someone’s property, that owner can be held responsible for those injuries. This is known as “premises liability.” Premises liability is the basis for every slip and fall case. The legal argument works like ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 13-Mar-2020 5 Steps to Take After a Slip & Fall Accident Slip, trip, and fall accidents make up many premises liability claims. If you hurt yourself after slipping and falling while on someone’s property due to a hazard they failed to remove or block off, the property owner may be liable. Before ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 21-Aug-2019 What Should I Do After a Dog Bite Injury? Dogs are excellent companions and many owners frequently consider them members of the family and treat them with the love and care they deserve. In the wrong hands, however, some dogs can become a danger to others, resulting in severe injuries. ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 23-Jul-2019 Can a Trespasser Sue if They are Injured on a Property? People who own a home or commercial property have a responsibility to safely maintain that property for their guests. The failure to do this can result in severe injuries, and if a victim decides to sue, the property owner may have to pay damages. ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 15-Jul-2019 Does Signage Excuse a Property Owner from Injury Liability? Premises liability cases are often based on these considerations: The safety of a property, and the warnings provided for any unsafe elements on the property. Home and business owners are responsible for maintaining the safety of their properties, ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 20-Jun-2018 Negligent Security: When Can I Sue? Negligent security cases involve individuals who were victims of criminal acts on a business’ or private property due to inadequate security or complete failure to provide any security. Property owners have a legal obligation to provide a safe ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 17-May-2018 Common Signs of Nursing Home Negligence Approximately two million Americans live in nursing homes and long-term care facilities. Unfortunately, elderly residents are at risk of being abused and neglected. Elder abuse consists of intentional and/or negligent conduct from caregivers or ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 4-Apr-2018 Proving Fault in Slip & Fall Accidents Accidents that result in injuries happen all of the time--with many of them being our own fault. However, accidents can also be caused by another person or even something else on the property. When it comes to slip and fall accidents, however, it is ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 4-Dec-2017 Info for Victims of Wintertime Slip & Fall Accidents Winter can be one of the most dangerous times to walk around town. In some areas, winter means an increase of rain or snow, which means the ground can be icy or wet at any time. Property owners need to be vigilant about how they maintain their floors ... Continue Reading