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San Diego Premises Liability Lawyer

Premises liability incidents are all too common in San Diego, ranging from slip-and-falls at busy shopping centers and trip-and-falls on poorly maintained boardwalks to injuries sustained at rental properties in densely populated areas like Downtown, Pacific Beach, or City Heights.

The Barnes Firm has helped numerous injury victims get the compensation they deserve. As a leading personal injury law firm, we have extensive experience handling premises liability claims in San Diego and throughout the region. We are committed to holding negligent property owners accountable and helping clients recover financially. Call our law office today to speak with a San Diego premises liability lawyer.

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Why Choose the Barnes Firm as Your San Diego Premises Liability Lawyer?

Our San Diego law office is the trusted choice for representation in premises liability cases across California. We possess a deep understanding of local property laws and a proven track record of helping secure compensation for injured clients. Our dedicated personal injury attorneys take a client-first approach, backed by over 500 years of combined legal experience.

Our Client Testimonials

We are particularly proud of the reviews from satisfied clients praising our personalized service and relentless advocacy for injured accident victims, such as the following:

“Richard Mackie of The Barnes Firm offered me hope during my most challenging time after a car accident. His unwavering dedication and hard work in my case helped me get my life back. I highly recommend The Barnes Firm.”

Julian R.

“Very Satisfied with this law firm. Joe did an exceptional job getting me a settlement that I never expected. I would definitely recommend using The Barnes Firm.”

Nandy C.

“My lawyer has a thorough knowledge of the law and defended my case with determination. Thank you so much!”

Shirin S.

Our Case Results

We are proud of our successes as a California law firm. Our impressive case results include the following:

  • $2.2 Million for a client who sustained neck and shoulder injuries in a fall accident
  • $1.5 Million for a client who tripped and fell, sustaining ankle and back injuries
  • $825,000 for a client who slipped on a wet floor at a Rite Aid, sustaining leg, back, and spinal cord injuries
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What is Premises Liability and How Does It Apply in San Diego?

Under California premises liability law, property owners and possessors have a legal duty to use reasonable care to maintain their property in a safe condition, free from hazards. This duty applies to both residential and commercial property owners, such as landlords, business operators, homeowners, and government entities. Reasonable care of property includes taking the following steps:

  • Regularly inspect the property for hazards.
  • Repair or remove dangerous conditions.
  • Warn guests or visitors of known risks that aren’t obvious.

Property owners owe those on the property a duty of care. Unlike other states, California does not classify visitors as invitees, licensees, and trespassers. Instead, courts evaluate the property owners’ contributions to risks to anyone on their premises under the reasonable care standard. 

The analysis focuses on whether an owner reasonably should have known that a visitor was likely to enter the property and encounter the hazard, regardless of why the visitor was on the property. Thus, business owners owe customers a duty to inspect, fix, and warn of any hazards. On the other hand, homeowners are not required to provide safe conditions to trespassers, but must not willfully harm them.

Common Types of Premises Liability Cases We Handle in San Diego

The Barnes Firm handles a diverse number of premises liability cases in San Diego, including the following:

  • Slip and falls due to unlit stairwells, construction site defects, wet floors, spilled substances, damaged carpet, and crumbling or uneven sidewalks
  • Dog bites and animal attacks on another person’s property
  • Negligent security resulting in assault, such as a lack of cameras or adequate lighting
  • Swimming pool accidents, including slipping on wet surfaces, head injuries, and drownings
  • Construction site accidents, resulting from unsafe conditions that harm workers or passersby 

Our experienced San Diego attorneys are well-equipped to handle a wide range of premises liability cases. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you.

California Premises Liability Laws and Individual Rights

As an individual who sustained an injury on private or public property, you have the right to seek compensation under California Civil Code § 1714. To succeed in a claim, you must prove negligence. Proving negligence involves establishing the following elements:

  • Duty of care: The defendant owned, leased, occupied, or controlled the premises and had control over its conditions.
  • Breach of duty: The defendant failed to exercise reasonable care in the use and maintenance of the property.
  • Causation: The defendant’s actions or omissions directly caused or contributed to the plaintiff’s injuries.
  • Damages: The plaintiff suffered compensable damages from the accident.

Under California’s statute of limitations, injured accident victims have two years from the accident date to file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline will likely forfeit their right to seek compensation.

California has a pure comparative negligence law. Under this system, an injured party can recover compensation even if they are partially responsible for the accident. However, their compensation is reduced by their share of fault.

Schedule a professional case evaluation with our premises liability attorneys in San Diego, CA, to learn more.

How We Investigate and Prove Your Premises Liability Case

We conduct thorough and precise investigations, allowing us to build the most compelling cases. Our law firm takes the following steps when navigating a premises liability case:

  • Inspecting the Property: We’ll use our knowledge of premises liability laws to inspect the property and identify negligence.
  • Gathering Evidence: We’ll comb through incident reports, surveillance footage, and maintenance records to determine the cause and identify the responsible party.
  • Interviewing Witnesses: We’ll get statements from witnesses that can lead to valuable testimony bolstering your claim.
  • Consulting Experts: We’ll consult with an accident reconstructionist and medical professionals to prove the cause of your accident and establish the extent of your injuries.

Steps To Take After a Premises Injury in San Diego

It is critical to take immediate and appropriate actions after sustaining a premises liability injury in San Diego. Take the following steps to prioritize your well-being and protect your claim:

  • Seek immediate medical attention.
  • Report the incident to the property owner or manager.
  • Thoroughly document the scene with photos and videos.
  • Collect witness information.
  • Avoid making official statements without legal advice.
  • Seek prompt legal counsel from an experienced San Diego premises liability attorney.

Recovering Compensation Through a San Diego Premises Liability Lawyer

Our personal injury attorneys in San Diego can help you recover several forms of compensation from an accident. These include both compensatory and punitive damages. Compensatory damages fall into two categories: economic and non-economic.

Economic damages compensate for the following losses:

  • Past and future medical expenses
  • Property damage
  • Lost wages from time off work
  • Reduced earning capacity

Non-economic damages cover the more subjective impacts on your life, including the following:

  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional and psychological trauma
  • Loss of enjoyment of life

Lastly, the court may award punitive damages to punish a defendant for especially egregious behavior and deter future misconduct. Such damages may be appropriate in cases involving wrongful death or a property owner’s intentionally harmful conduct.

A San Diego premises liability lawyer can accurately assess these damages and vigorously pursue the maximum possible compensation for you and your family.

Book Your Complimentary Consultation at the Barnes Firm in San Diego

Schedule your free consultation with The Barnes Firm today to discuss your premises liability case in San Diego. Our seasoned team can help you understand your options and give you preliminary legal advice without obligation.

Our San Diego premises liability lawyers are available 24/7 and can travel to you. Call us today at (800) 800-0000 or complete our online form.

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