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Premises Liability

Under California law, a property owner has a duty to keep his or her property reasonably safe and to warn others of any dangerous condition if such a condition exists. Premises liability cases cover all cases where the owner breaches that duty of care, allowing dangerous conditions to exist on the property that cause bodily injury to others.

Common types of premises liability claims include injuries from: trip or slip and fall, falling debris, exposure to hazardous material, swimming pool accidents and drownings, fires, inadequate security and insufficient lighting in common areas. Often such injuries occur due to the negligence of the property owner, either in failing to reasonably maintain or repair the property to eliminate the dangerous condition or failing to warn of the existence of such dangerous conditions.

Slip and fall cases refer to situations where the person slips on someone else’s property. Slips usually occur while walking over slippery surfaces. Pedestrians are often unaware that the surface they are walking on is slippery, such as when someone walks into a building’s lobby and the floor has just been polished. Another common cause of slips is when a liquid is spilled on the floor. This commonly occurs in super-markets, such as when a customer spills a beverage, a container leaks, a floor is mopped but not properly dried, fruit is dropped and trampled on, or refrigeration equipment fails. In each instance, the store may be liable for the injuries. Each situation is different and must be properly evaluated by an experienced attorney.

Trip and fall cases refer to situations where someone trips over something, such as an offset in a sidewalk or a tear in carpeting. People who trip generally fall forward as opposed to people who slip, who normally fall backwards), resulting in injury to the wrists, arms, shoulders, knees and face.

Because conditions of the property where the injury occurred change rapidly, time is of the essence in premises liability cases. As soon as possible following the accident, you should have someone take pictures of the scene of the accident. Pictures of the scene should be taken with a good camera and in good lighting. If picturing an offset in a sidewalk, a rule or other point of reference should be used to illustrate the size of the offset. Getting the names, phone numbers and addresses of witnesses is also very important.

If you, a family member or friend has suffered a personal injury as a result of a property owner’s negligence, call Mr. Waldman. The initial consultation is free. If Mr. Waldman agrees to represent you, you don’t pay unless funds are recovered on your behalf.

 

Personal injury cases require immediate attention.

Contact our office at (619) 255-2844 as soon as possible after an accident.

After hours:
(858) 395-2445.

Mr. Waldman offers evening and weekend meetings and home and hospital room visits if needed.

Personal Injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis which means that there is no fee unless a recovery is obtained on your behalf.

Contact us for your free consultation.

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About Mr. Waldman

Stephen L. Waldman, Personal Injury Lawyer Representing clients at trial, arbitration, mediation and settlement of their legal matters since 1992, Mr. Waldman has recovered compensation for his clients, in the form of verdicts and settlements, in excess of $50 million. Mr. Waldman has been recognized as one of the top plaintiff personal injury attorneys in San Diego.

Personal Injury Cases

  • Car Accidents
  • Truck Accidents
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Bicycle Accidents
  • Pedestrian Accidents
  • Wrongful Death
  • Dog Bite & Attacks
  • Premises Liability
  • Construction Site Accidents

Case Results

Motor Vehicle Accident: Client suffered Low Back Injury: $250,000

Motor Vehicle Accident: Client suffered Neck Injury: $350,000

Motor Vehicle Accident: Client suffered Low Back Injury: $500,000

Motor Vehicle Accident: Client suffered Pelvic Fracture: $850,000

Motorcycle Accident: Client suffered Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: $1 million

Dog Bite Injury: Client Suffered Scarring to Ear and Arm: $1.3 million

Motor Vehicle Accident: hip fracture with multiple surgeries: $1.9 million


Motorcycle Accident: Client suffered fractured ribs and punctured lung: $300,000


Motorcycle Accident: Client suffered injuries to upper torso: $300,000


Motorcycle Accident: Client suffered fracture to femur: $300,000


Truck Accident: Client suffered lower extremity injury: $300,000


Mortgage Fraud: Clients were charged improper fee by mortgage company, award included punitive damages against the mortgage company: $330,000


Civil Rights Violation: Client falsely imprisoned by off-duty police officer: $350,000


Motor Vehicle Accident: Clients suffered hip fracture (nonsurgical) and rotator cuff tear: $500,000


Motor Vehicle Accident: Clients suffered lower extremity fractures: $500,000


Will Contest: Undue Influence: $750,000 recovery


Pedestrian Accident: Client suffered mild traumatic brain injury: $850,000


Will Contest: Daughter excluded as beneficiary from father’s trust/will, recovery was 90% of father’s estate: $1 million


Motor Vehicle Accident: Wrongful death of husband and father: $4.7 million


Motor Vehicle Accident: Wrongful death of wife and mother: $3.8 million


Pedestrian Accident: Catastrophic knee injury: $2.25 million


Motor Vehicle Accident: Wrongful death of husband and father: $1.5 million


Pedestrian Accident: Catastrophic injuries to back and neck: $1.1 million


Motor Vehicle Accident: Wrongful death of father: $1 million
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