Frequently Asked Questions About Premises Liability Claims
Property owners have a legal responsibility to keep their property reasonably safe so that customers and visitors to their business or home are not put at undue risk of injury. Some injuries, of course, are the result of unsafe behavior on the part of the visitor. Other accidents, however, occur because the building or grounds are unsafe by design or are improperly maintained.
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If you have been injured in an accident while shopping at a store, conducting business or enjoying activities on public or private property, you may be entitled to seek compensation for your medical costs, lost earnings and pain. At the Seigel Capozzi Law Firm LLC, we have been representing the legal rights of victims of premises liability accidents for more than 35 years. We have earned our reputation as one of northern New Jersey's prominent personal injury law firms for victims of negligence.
We invite you to read some of the typical questions our clients ask about premises liability accidents and injury claims. If you think you are entitled to compensation for your injuries, contact us to arrange a free consultation.
How much money can I expect from a settlement or jury award?
As attorneys, we will never predict results. In fact, if you talk to a law firm that makes promises about a dollar figure, realize that this is improper and highly unethical. Each settlement or jury verdict is based on the circumstances of your medical injuries..
What determines whether a property owner is responsible for the accident?
There are generally two types of premises liability accidents. The first type occurs as the result of an unsafe design of the building, parking area and grounds. Many parking ramp injuries fall into this category. The stairwells may have been poorly designed and unsafe or the public is forced to traverse an unsafe area to enter the building. The second category includes accidents that occur because the property owner or management did not remove a hazard or obstacle in a timely and efficient manner. An example would be an injury caused by slipping on water left in an aisle. To win damages, you will have to prove that your accident occurred because of property owner negligence in either of these main categories.
What are some common types of injuries that can be considered premises liability?
Many types of accidents may not appear to be premises liability claims on the surface. Premises liability claims can be brought against a property owner for many different reasons, including:
- Injuries from assault, insufficient security
- Parking lot accidents, sidewalk injuries
- Falling objects
- Bus stop and public transportation accidents
- Playground and swimming pool injuries
- Shopping mall and supermarket injuries
- Dog bites
What if the accident occurred at a friend's or relative's house?
In most cases, the homeowner's insurance will cover the cost of settlement or jury award. Our firm treats claims against residential insurance policies with discretion and confidentiality. We understand that your concerns often go beyond money damages. We work diligently to seek the settlement that is fair to you.
How much will it cost to file a lawsuit?
We offer a free consultation to discuss your premises liability claim. We offer a free consultation to discuss your claim. If we represent you, we will not charge attorneys' fees unless you win money in a settlement or jury award. Our fees will be based on a percentage of your settlement or verdict. There are typically some court expenses that you will be responsible for. There is never monies due to our firm unless there is a recovery.
What should I expect to happen during my lawsuit?
There is no such thing as a cookie-cutter slip and fall case. Every case is different, and it is not easy to determine whether a case is likely to result in compensation under New Jersey law. It is important to discuss your injury or wrongful death claim with an experienced lawyer.
What kind of experience does Seigel Capozzi Law Firm LLC have in the area of premises liability?
We have been focusing exclusively on personal injury litigation for more than 35 years. We have access to the top medical professionals and experts to help prepare a strong, clear case for damages.
Seigel Capozzi Law Firm LLC attorneys focus on one thing — your rights. Contact our offices to arrange a free consultation to discuss your case with one of our trial lawyers today. From our offices in Ridgewood, we represent clients in the Passaic, Bergen and Hudson County regions, and throughout northern New Jersey.
