Anoka Premises Liability Attorneys
Suffered an Injury on Someone Else's Property in Anoka County, MN?
As a tenant or visitor to any property, you have the right to be safe from harm. Property owners have a legal obligation to maintain a safe environment or, at the very least, to warn of known dangers. Unfortunately, property owners do not always live up to their legal obligations. When you are injured on someone else’s property, you need an attorney who is going to fight for you and your right to fair compensation.
At Bolt Hoffer Boyd Law Firm, we are dedicated to helping injured people and their families. Our Anoka premises liability lawyers are experienced in handling these types of cases, including several high-profile cases that have received national attention. We have the resources to take on property owners and insurance companies, and we will fight to get you the compensation you deserve.
Call (763) 292-2102 and contact us online to schedule a free consultation with our team today.
What is Premises Liability?
Premises liability is an area of personal injury law that involves dangerous conditions on someone else’s property. This could be a commercial property, such as a store or hotel, or it could be a private residence. If you are injured in a slip and fall accident, assaulted in a parking lot, or bitten by a dog, you may have a premises liability claim.
Common types of premises liability claims include:
- Slip-and-fall accidents
- Elevator and escalator accidents
- Defective conditions on the property
- Toxic fumes or chemicals
- Swimming pool or hot tub accidents
- Amusement park accidents
- Animal attacks
- Assaults
These are just a few examples of the types of claims that fall under the umbrella of premises liability. If you have been injured on someone else’s property, we encourage you to speak to an attorney about your rights and options.
Proving a Premises Liability Lawsuit in Minnesota
In Minnesota, to succeed in a premises liability lawsuit, you typically need to prove the following elements:
- Duty of care: You must establish that the property owner or occupier owed you a duty of care. This duty varies depending on your status as a visitor (invitee, licensee, or trespasser) on the premises.
- Breach of duty: You need to demonstrate that the property owner breached their duty of care by failing to maintain the premises in a reasonably safe condition or by failing to warn of known hazards.
- Causation: You must establish that the breach of duty directly caused your injury or damages. This involves showing a clear connection between the hazardous condition and your injury.
- Damages: You need to provide evidence of the injuries or losses you suffered as a result of the hazardous condition on the premises. This can include medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related damages.
Depending on the circumstances, you may also need to prove that the property owner had actual or constructive notice of the dangerous condition but failed to address it within a reasonable timeframe.
The statute of limitations for filing a premises liability lawsuit is typically two years from the date of the injury or discovery of the injury. However, it's essential to consult with a legal professional to ensure compliance with any specific deadlines that may apply to your case.
Who is Liable for Your Injuries?
It is not always easy to determine who is liable for your injuries in a premises liability case. The truth is that there may be multiple parties who are responsible. For example, if you are injured in a slip-and-fall accident in a grocery store, the store owner, the store manager, and the cleaning company may all be responsible.
The following parties may be liable for your injuries:
- The property owner
- The property manager
- The property tenant
- Security company
- Vendor
- Manufacturer of a defective product
- Construction company
- Architect
- Engineer
- Another visitor
How Bolt Hoffer Boyd Law Firm Can Help
When you are injured on someone else’s property, you need an attorney who is going to fight for you and your best interests. At Bolt Hoffer Boyd Law Firm, we are dedicated to helping injured people and their families. Our Anoka premises liability attorneys will review your case and help you understand your rights and options. We will handle all communications with the insurance company and fight to get you the compensation you deserve.
Our premises liability lawyers can help you with the following:
- Investigating the accident
- Determining liability
- Calculating the full extent of your damages
- Negotiating with the insurance company
- Filing a lawsuit, if necessary
- Representing you in court
Our team has extensive experience in handling premises liability cases, and we are prepared to go to trial on your behalf, if necessary. We have recovered millions of dollars on behalf of our clients, so we understand what it takes to get the most favorable outcome inside or outside the courtroom.
Contact us today at (763) 292-2102 to discuss your case with our Anoka County premises liability lawyers.
