Did you know that you are liable for an accident on your property? Residents of Seattle and nearby areas in Washington may want to learn more about how to keep your home safe, not only for your family but for any accidents that may result due to your negligence. You...
Liability for hotel accidents
Being injured while staying at a Washington hotel can be a complicated legal matter in many instances. Any number of scenarios could result in injury when staying at an unusual place around other people, most of whom are strangers. Not only is it important to be on...
Premises liability in Washington state
Property owners in Seattle, Washington, are required to make their property safe for anyone with permission to enter. Therefore, if you sustain injury when lawfully visiting someone's property, you have a legal right to a compensation claim for any damages incurred....
Could you be held liable for an attractive nuisance?
Pennsylvania homeowners can upgrade their property with many different types of amenities. While you may be thinking about all the fun memories you're going to make with amenities like a swimming pool or fish pond, it's important to consider the liability that they...
Washington property owner liability for bikers on premises
Washington is known for its vast array of recreational opportunities, including land for bikers to enjoy riding their vehicles. Historically, the Washington recreational immunity law provided a level of protection to property owners when a biker was injured on the...
Do premises liability laws impact auto repair shops?
A visit to an auto repair shop in Washington often involves people worried about their vehicles. Sometimes, those persons may leave the premises more concerned about their health and well-being. Accidents happen, including slip-and-fall incidents, and there may be...
What if an accident on a property was the visitor’s fault?
Property owners in the state of Washington have a legal responsibility to ensure that their premises are safe for visitors. If a visitor is injured on a property, the property owner may be liable for the injuries if a court finds that they did not act reasonably to...
Premises liability is much more than slip-and-fall accidents
Perhaps you know someone who has filed a successful slip-and-fall claim. Maybe they slipped on ice outside a store. Or perhaps it was a summertime accident, slipping and falling on a wet surface by a swimming pool. The technical name for these cases is premises...
Waterpark hazards: When is the park to blame?
When you go to a waterpark, it’s usually with the understanding that you’ll be around water and are taking calculated risks. You know that there will be wet ground and that you could breathe in water if you aren’t a strong swimmer. Some of these risks are inherent to...
What role does lighting play in premises liability cases?
Property owners and managers have a responsibility to the public when they make their facilities accessible to others. It is important that they maintain safe and reasonably secure facilities. Adequate maintenance can go a long way toward defraying the potential...
