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Negligent Security Claims Van Sant Law

Negligent security claims are a form of premise liability.

Every property owner in the state, including property managers and tenants, have an obligation to provide adequate security for their guests. They must protect visitors against criminal actions, including robbery, rape, assault, murder, or another crime against the person.

When the property owner does not take precautions to prevent such incidents, they could be liable for the injuries sustained by the victim.

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Legal Representation for Slip and Fall Accidents Occurring in Georgia Stores

Injuries in retail stores and grocery stores are a common source of personal injury claims. The most common type of injury in these establishments is that of a slip and fall incident.

Slip and fall injuries have encouraged restaurants and other retailers to improve safety and responses to hazards, which is a good thing. While many believe slip and fall injuries are the basis of frivolous lawsuits, the reality is that these accidents are detrimental to the victim. Often, a slip or trip and fall can lead to permanent injuries, such as a traumatic brain injury or broken hips.

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Slip and Fall Lawyer Fighting for Injury Victims on Atlanta’s Sidewalks

When someone slips, trips, or falls on a public sidewalk, it is hard to tell who is responsible for the injury. Sometimes, no one is liable; other times, multiple parties might be considered responsible.

Negligence in a Slip and Fall Case

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Video Surveillance camera Van Sant Law

Just about every retailer in the country uses some form of video surveillance. Even if they do not have cameras inside, the shopping center or a neighboring business is likely to have one – and that camera could capture your accident. After a slip and fall, it is important to look for cameras. That includes those in the business (or on the premises) where you fell, as well as around you.

Why Video Surveillance?

Slip and fall cases are extremely hard to prove. Often, it comes down to the injured party’s word against the store or homeowner. The property owner could argue that the plaintiff staged the accident or made it up; and, he or she wasn’t really injured. While there are all different types of evidence that you can present in these types of cases, the most effective is video footage.

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Millions of Americans visit the emergency room each year because of a slip and fall accident. The effects of a fall can vary – depending on the individual and the severity of the accident itself.

slip and fall injury Van Sant LawFrom scrapes and minor bruises to broken bones and traumatic brain injuries, there are some injuries that are more common following a slip and fall incident.

Regardless of how badly you are hurt, it is important to contact an attorney immediately after an accident occurs.

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slip and fall as a visitor Van Sant LawWhen someone is injured as a result of a hazardous condition on someone’s property, it could lead to a slip and fall claim. However, before filing that claim, you must assess several factors. These factors could determine your ability to litigate such claims, and can even influence your compensation amount.

To assess such factors, it is in your best interest to speak with a personal injury attorney in Atlanta. An attorney will evaluate the level of liability, based on your status as a visitor. The five types of visitor statuses include:

  1. Public invitee
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Slip and Fall on the snow and iceMost everyone has slipped and fallen on snow or ice. However, while most of us pick ourselves up and proceed on while trying not to be embarrassed, that may be the worst thing to do. Slip and fall injuries are notorious for showing up hours or days later, and the injuries can be serious or life-threatening. Traumatic brain injuries, torn ligaments, spinal injuries, and more can result, leaving a person facing huge medical expenses and a long, tough road ahead of them. Many times these injuries are the result of negligence on the part of others, and when that is the case, victims are entitled to compensation for their injuries. If you or someone you know is suffering as a result of slipping on snow or ice, contact so they can help you determine your next move.

Was I At Fault When I Fell?

When a fall occurs, most people assume it was their fault. However, there are many times when snow or ice are left untreated on steps, walkways, or other areas that result in unnecessary hazards to those walking on them. Here at Van Sant Law, we will take the time to speak with you and gather all the facts associated with your accident. We will help you determine if your fall was the result of a hazard located on the property, who knew about the hazard, and who was responsible for making sure you were given a safe surface on which to walk. Once we’ve gathered all the facts, we’ll go to work documenting everything and begin the process of helping you gain the financial compensation you deserve.

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If you are injured on another person’s property, you may have a case to hold them liable for your injuries. Accidents that are caused by dangerous or defective property inside or outside of a building are known as premises liability accidents.

Premises liability accidents can take place at commercial buildings, such as offices or stores, private residences, or on public property, such as in parks or on the street.

For example, if you go to a mall and the bathrooms flood, management of the property has the responsibility to warn visitors of the water with a caution sign and clean the water up in a reasonable amount of time. If they do not do this and someone slips on the water and is injured, the owner of the mall may be held responsible for the accident. In this case, a premises liability suit could recover damages for injuries. However, in a premises liability case, the injured party must first prove fault.

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During hot summers here in Georgia, there is no better way to cool off than jumping in the water to relax. Pools, lakes, ponds, and rivers are popular places around Atlanta to escape the heat and have a fun time. However, all of these places can be dangerous, even for experienced swimmers.

Contrary to popular belief, almost all swimming pool accidents occur in shallow water. In fact, almost 80 percent of diving accidents occur in water shallower than 3.25 feet deep. While swimmers can be injured from leaping into water from staggering heights or by trying new, risky dives, most swimming and diving injuries happen in normal pools when people are doing average activities.

Factors That Influence Swimming Pool Accidents

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A Georgian died after drowning in Lake Lanier this morning. According to reports, the 20-year-old man was swimming at Lake Lanier Islands in Sunset Cove when he went underwater near a swimming dock. The incident occurred at about 4:00 p.m. Hall County Fire and Rescue crews responded to the scene and pulled the body out of the water slightly less than an hour later.

The man was already dead when he was pulled from the water. If you want more information about drowning incidents, or if your loved one died in a drowning incident at Lake Lanier, another lake, a pool, or in the ocean, you need to contact an attorney to assist you.

At Van Sant Law, there is a team of professionals ready to help you seek damages in court. You may be able to obtain medical damages to cover the costs of your injuries as well as punitive damages to compensate you for the suffering your experienced. If another party is responsible for the death of your loved one, then you can file wrongful death lawsuits against the liable party.

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