Accidents can occur anywhere; however, when an accident occurs on someone else’s property due to inadequate maintenance or repairs, you may be able to recover compensatory damages through a premises liability claim. Slipping on a wet surface at a grocery store, falling due to a broken banister in someone’s home, or a child being injured in a swimming pool are a few examples of premises liability accidents. Working with an experienced premises liability lawyer may help you obtain the maximum compensation you are owed for medical expenses, lost wages, or other losses resulting from your personal injury.
The Rizk Law Vancouver premises liability lawyers have helped countless victims injured due to property owner negligence. We have secured millions with our team’s proven strategies, tailoring our approach to fight for the complete compensation you deserve. Vancouver premises liability attorney Richard Rizk has insider insurance company experience, allowing him to say ahead of insurer defense tactics.
How to Prove Negligence in a Vancouver Premises Liability Claim
Proving negligence in a Vancouver premises liability claim may be challenging without the help of an experienced Rizk Law lawyer. In order to successfully determine negligence, you must prove the following conditions:
- There was an unreasonable hazardous condition or defective risk on the property
- The owner was aware or should have been cognizant of the risk on their property
- The property owner failed to take any action to take reasonable care of the property or fix the necessary conditions to reduce the risk
- You were injured and sustained damages due to the risk. Without the hazardous condition or defect, you would have avoided injury on their property
As a victim of a premises liability accident, you hold the burden of proof to demonstrate these conditions with evidence to substantiate your claim. The Vancouver premises liability lawyers at Rizk Law are well-versed in handling the most complex cases and are ready to guide you through the legal process.
Through an extensive investigation, we may find valuable evidence to prove negligence and hold property owners accountable. We will examine video surveillance footage, incident reports, witness testimony, and other necessary evidence to illustrate the lack of duty of care of the property owner and how that led to your suffering.
Fault in a Vancouver Premises Liability Claim
There are numerous parties that may be liable for the injuries and other losses sustained on their property, including:
Property Owners
The property owner is typically responsible for the property’s conditions, and if neglect to make repairs or upkeep, they may be accountable for injuries and other resulting damages of an accident.
Tenants
Residential and commercial properties may be leased to individuals or businesses. If you are harmed due to a hazardous environment or defect, the tenant may be responsible for damages or, in addition to the property owner.
Maintenance and Repair Providers
Repairs and maintenance services are often contracted to third parties by property owners and tenants. If you were injured due to improper maintenance or repairs, the third-party contractor may be responsible for injuries incurred on the property.
Determining the one or many parties responsible for the premises liability accident may be challenging. To ensure that you navigate the legal process properly and obtain the necessary evidence to determine fault, retain the guidance of the experienced Rizk Law premises liability lawyers. We build a strategic case on your behalf, tailoring our approach to fight for the complete compensation you deserve.
Damages Recoverable in a Successful Premises Liability Claim
Premises liability accidents may result in lasting consequences. The Rizk Law lawyers fight for the present and future losses incurred due to property owner negligence. We assess medical records, pay stubs, and other forms of evidence to determine the value of your claim.
We protect your right to complete compensation during the claims negotiation process. As a former insurer insider, Vancouver premises liability attorney Richard Rizk understands insurance company defense tactics and fights for the justice you deserve.
The following are present and future damages recoverable in a successful premises liability claim:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Loss of future earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Physical impairment
- Disability
- Scarring
- Disfigurement
- Emotional suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Rizk Law lawyers understand the long-term implications of being injured in a Vancouver premises liability accident. We tirelessly fight to obtain the maximum recovery for your claim so you may focus on healing after the incident.
Contact the Vancouver Rizk Law Premises Liability Lawyers
If you sustained harm due to a dangerous condition or defect as a result of property owner negligence, speak with the experienced Rizk Law premises liability lawyers for a complimentary case review. We offer knowledgeable legal guidance and help you build a robust claim utilizing the best resources available to bolster your chances of success. With our tailored strategies, we have recovered millions for premises liability victims and are prepared to fight for you.
Schedule a complimentary case review with one of our Vancouver premises liability lawyers by calling (503) 245-5677 or filling out our contact form.