Indianapolis Premises Liability Lawyers

Indianapolis Premises Liability Lawyers

FIGHTING FOR YOU WHEN THE STAKES ARE HIGHEST

Types of Premises Liability Claims

Premises liability covers cases where someone has been injured because of a dangerous condition on someone’s property. This includes slip and fall accidents, but it can also mean many other types of claims.

For example, you may have been injured because the premises did not have adequate security. They may have had poorly-lit areas that led to an attack or injury that could have been avoided.

A failure to warn you about dangers on the property can also lead to a premises liability claim. For example, if the elevator is out of order or the stairs are broken, and they fail to warn you about this danger, they may be liable for any injuries caused by the hazardous condition.

If you are unsure whether you have grounds for a premises liability lawsuit, contact an Indianapolis personal injury attorney to learn more about your legal options.

Who Is Liable for an Indianapolis Premises Liability Claim? 

Generally, the at-fault party is the owner of that property. The property owner is tasked with ensuring that the premises are as safe as possible for all visitors. They may be held liable in court if they fail to offer a safe experience to all visitors and someone is injured because of their negligence.

This is true even if an employee’s negligence caused your accident. For example, if an employee fails to clean up an olive oil spill, the fault still lies with the property owner because they are liable for anything that happens on the premises.

Compensation for Premises Liability Injuries 

When you are hurt in a premises liability injury, your expenses and other losses can impact your quality of life. In these cases, you may be eligible for compensation that covers your losses and helps you overcome the suffering you experienced. So what damages are you eligible for?

In Indiana, you may have grounds for economic damages if you suffered any financial losses due to your accident. For example, you may have high medical bills because of your injuries. You may be unable to work because of your injuries, so your lost wages should also be included in your lawsuit.

You may also be eligible for compensation for your non-economic damages. Non-economic damages are intangible losses you experience because of your accident. For example, you may suffer severe pain if you break a bone during the premises liability accident. In these cases, you may need a lawyer’s help to calculate the value of that pain and get compensated for it.

Keep in mind that you may also be eligible for future damages. For example, your injury may require multiple surgeries over several years. Your compensation includes not only your current or past treatment but also an estimate of the future costs of your medical treatment. Talk to your lawyer about getting the most accurate estimate of the value of your compensation.

Do I Need a Lawyer for a Premises Liability Claim? 

A lawyer is not technically required for a lawsuit, but an attorney can be one of the most valuable assets for your claim. Your attorney may have experience, resources, and connections you may not have.

For example, our attorneys have a winning track record, including multimillion-dollar client settlements. That means you have the best chance to get appropriate compensation using our resources and guidance.

Working with our team is also less risky than filing a claim independently because we work on a contingency fee basis. That means you do not pay out of pocket for our services. You instead pay a percentage of your settlement that we agree on before you sign anything. If we win, you only pay that percentage, not a flat fee. If we are unsuccessful, you do not pay us anything.

Partial Fault for Premises Liability Victims 

When you are injured in a premises liability claim, the at-fault party may do everything possible to avoid paying for your claim. That includes claiming you are partly at fault for your injuries, which can reduce the value of your settlement.

For example, they may say you were 15 percent at fault for your accident. If you do not successfully fight back, you may only receive 85 percent of the compensation you need for recovery. That means you must pay out of pocket for that other 15 percent. 

That can be devastating in a high-value claim. That could mean thousands of dollars you must pay out of pocket for your recovery. If you believe the at-fault party may try to place the blame on you, build a strong defense with an attorney. Our personal injury attorneys in Indianapolis can help you build a claim and defend your case when the at-fault party does not want to pay.

Contact an Indianapolis Premises Liability Attorney 

Dealing with a premises liability accident can be challenging, especially if your injuries are severe. The stress associated with these injuries, coupled with the inability to work or perform your everyday activities, can be overwhelming, which might also impede your ability or patience to learn or find out how to file a claim or lawsuit against the at-fault parties.

Fortunately, the lawyers at Wagner Reese are here to help. Our Indianapolis premises liability lawyers have amassed numerous accolades and commendations and garnered widespread acclaim from esteemed institutions over the years because of their dynamic, zealous, and swift legal advocacy. 

Several of our legal professionals have earned a place on the Super Lawyers® or Rising Stars® prestigious lists, of which only a mere fraction of legal practitioners are considered in the U.S. Our founding partners, Attorneys Stephen Wagner and Jason Reese, were acknowledged as Indiana’s Top 25 Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers® honorees, and continue to serve Indianapolis residents and shine as exemplars of excellence in the legal community. 

No matter how complex your premises liability case might be, we are here to guide you throughout the whole process and ensure that you have a fair shot at maximizing your compensation without delay. Let our lawyers fight for your rights to fair compensation while you rest and heal. Contact Wagner Reese, LLP, today for a free consultation on your case, or complete our online form to get started.