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Premises Liability Lawyers in Los Angeles
Property owners have a legal duty to maintain safe conditions for visitors. When they fail to do so and someone is injured, our experienced premises liability attorneys hold them accountable and fight for full compensation.
Schedule a free consultation today to discuss your premises liability case with a trusted Los Angeles attorney who will fight for the justice you deserve.
What Is Premises Liability?
Premises liability is the area of law that holds property owners and occupiers responsible for injuries that occur on their property due to unsafe or defective conditions. Under California law, property owners owe a duty of care to anyone who enters their property — including customers, tenants, guests, and even trespassers in certain circumstances.
Premises liability claims can arise from a wide range of hazardous conditions, including wet or slippery floors, uneven pavement, broken stairs, inadequate lighting, defective escalators or elevators, swimming pool accidents, dog bites, toxic exposure, and structural defects.
To succeed in a premises liability claim, you must generally prove that the property owner knew or reasonably should have known about the dangerous condition, failed to repair it or adequately warn visitors, and that the condition directly caused your injury.
At Novian & Novian, our premises liability attorneys have extensive experience handling complex property owner negligence cases throughout Los Angeles, including cases against retail chains, hotels, apartment complexes, commercial building owners, and government entities.
How Can a Premises Liability Lawyer Help?
A premises liability lawyer investigates the circumstances of your injury, identifies all liable parties, gathers critical evidence, and fights to recover compensation from negligent property owners and their insurers.
Our premises liability attorneys at Novian & Novian obtain surveillance footage, maintenance and inspection records, building code violation reports, and witness statements to build a compelling case proving the property owner’s negligence. We also work with safety engineers and medical experts to demonstrate the hazardous conditions and the full extent of your injuries.
If you have been injured on someone else’s property, contact Novian & Novian for a free consultation. Our Los Angeles premises liability lawyers will evaluate your case and fight to recover the maximum compensation available under California law.
What Our Clients Say
“I was injured by a falling ceiling tile in a department store. Novian & Novian proved the store had deferred maintenance and secured a substantial settlement. Excellent attorneys.”
— Former Client, Los Angeles
“My daughter was injured at an apartment complex’s pool due to a broken fence. Novian & Novian held the property management company accountable and got us the compensation we needed for her medical care.”
— Former Client, Encino
“The premises liability team at Novian & Novian was thorough, professional, and truly cared about my case. They investigated every detail and fought for a great result.”
— Former Client, Santa Monica
Why Should You Choose Novian & Novian for Your Premises Liability Case?
Novian & Novian has represented premises liability victims throughout California for over 35 years, handling cases involving retail stores, apartment buildings, hotels, restaurants, commercial properties, and government-owned facilities.
Our attorneys understand the legal complexities of premises liability law and the defense strategies property owners use to avoid responsibility. We build strong, evidence-based cases and fight aggressively for our clients’ rights.
Over 35 Years of Premises Liability Experience
Our attorneys have handled premises liability cases in virtually every type of property and context, from retail slip-and-falls to construction site injuries to swimming pool drownings.
Thorough Property Investigation
We inspect accident sites, obtain surveillance footage, review maintenance and inspection logs, and identify building code violations to prove negligence.
Expert Witness Network
We work with safety engineers, building inspectors, lighting experts, and medical professionals to strengthen your case with expert testimony.
No Fees Unless We Win
All premises liability cases are handled on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Aggressive Litigation Skills
We are fully prepared to take your case to trial if the property owner or insurer refuses to offer fair compensation. Our courtroom experience produces results.
FAQs
Below are answers to some of the most common questions:
What Types of Properties Can Be Involved in a Premises Liability Claim?
Premises liability claims can involve any type of property, including retail stores, supermarkets, restaurants, hotels, apartment buildings, office buildings, hospitals, parking garages, swimming pools, amusement parks, construction sites, and public sidewalks or parks.
What Must I Prove in a Premises Liability Case?
You must generally prove that the property owner owed you a duty of care, knew or should have known about the dangerous condition, failed to fix it or warn about it, and that the condition directly caused your injury.
How Long Do I Have to File a Premises Liability Claim?
In California, you generally have two years from the date of injury. Claims against government entities require an administrative claim within six months.
Can I Sue a Landlord for Injuries in My Apartment?
Yes. Landlords have a legal duty to maintain rental properties in a safe condition, including common areas, stairways, and building systems. If your injury was caused by the landlord’s failure to maintain or repair the property, you may have a premises liability claim.
What Compensation Can I Recover?
Victims may recover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, disability, and in some cases punitive damages if the property owner’s conduct was especially egregious.
What If a Business Says I Was at Fault?
California’s comparative negligence law allows you to recover compensation even if you share some responsibility. A property owner’s failure to maintain safe conditions is their responsibility, regardless of your actions.
Injured on Someone Else’s Property? We Can Help.
Our Los Angeles premises liability attorneys hold negligent property owners accountable. Contact Novian & Novian for a free consultation today.
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