Marietta Premises Liability Attorney

Georgia Premises Liability Laws

Georgia law places a duty of care on property owners and occupiers. Under O.C.G.A. § 51-3-1, owners are required to keep their premises safe for those they invite onto their property.

In Georgia, visitors fall into three categories:

• Invitees – People invited onto the property for the benefit of the owner, such as customers at a store. Property owners owe the highest duty of care to invitees and must regularly inspect the premises for hazards.
• Licensees – Social guests or others who enter the property for their own purposes, with permission from the owner. Owners must warn licensees of known dangers but are not required to inspect for unknown hazards.
• Trespassers – Individuals who enter without permission. Generally, property owners owe little duty to trespassers, but they cannot willfully cause harm. Special rules apply for child trespassers under the attractive nuisance doctrine, particularly in cases involving swimming pools, abandoned appliances, or other features likely to attract children.

To win a premises liability case in Georgia, you must prove:

1. The property owner owed you a duty of care.
2. The owner breached that duty by failing to maintain safe conditions.
3. That breach directly caused your injuries.
4. You suffered damages as a result.

Premises liability claims are subject to Georgia’s two-year statute of limitations for personal injury cases. Acting quickly is essential to preserve evidence and protect your right to compensation.

Compensation from a Premises Liability Claim

If you’ve been injured due to a property owner’s negligence, you may be entitled to recover compensation for both economic and non-economic losses. Damages in a premises liability case may include:

• Medical expenses – hospital bills, surgery, physical therapy, and future medical care.
• Lost income – wages lost during recovery, as well as diminished earning capacity.
• Pain and suffering – physical pain, emotional distress, and diminished quality of life.
• Disability or disfigurement – long-term or permanent injuries affecting your livelihood.
• Wrongful death damages – if a loved one passed away due to unsafe property conditions.

At Van Sant Law, we fight for full compensation, not just quick settlements. Our attorneys work with medical experts, accident reconstructionists, and other specialists to build strong claims for our clients.

Why Choose Van Sant Law?

Premises liability cases can be complex, often involving large corporations, landlords, or insurance companies that aggressively fight claims. At Van Sant Law, we:

• Provide personalized attention and compassionate guidance.
• Have extensive knowledge of Georgia premises liability laws.
• Investigate thoroughly and preserve critical evidence.
• Negotiate aggressively with insurance companies.
• Take cases to trial when necessary.

Our mission is simple: to help injured victims in Marietta and throughout Cobb County secure justice and financial recovery.