Premises Liability / Negligent Security

CASE RESULTS

$3,750,000: Settlement of wrongful death action in 2003 for the parents of an 11-year-old child killed as the result of defective construction of a public facility, one of the largest settlements ever for the death of a minor child in Georgia.

Business owners, property owners and landlords have a duty to provide a safe and secure environment for customers, visitors and tenants.

When they don't, and a serious accident occurs, they can be held liable for the damages their neglect has caused.

At Commander+Pound, we are proud of our record of holding negligent businesses accountable in some truly horrific premise liability cases, including representation of a the family of an 11-year-old girl who was crushed to death in front of her parents by a falling ceiling fixture in a convenience store while purchasing a bottle of soda on a Saturday morning.

Businesses can and must be held accountable in such situations.

One of the most diverse areas of law, both in terms of the type of accident and the extent of injuries, Commander+Pound uses its vast resource of medical and professional contacts to build your case for the negotiating room ... and the courtroom.

Instances of premise liability can include:

  • Slip and fall
  • Merchandise or debris falling from a high shelf or ceiling
  • Inadequate indoor or outdoor lighting that leads to falls, injuries or violent crime
  • Uneven sidewalks, holes, ditches, or broken handrails, parking stops or other hazards that cause injury
  • Rape, robbery, assault or murder on business or private property
  • Drowning
  • Inadequate business security or inadequate apartment locks or security that leads to violent crimes against persons.
  • Collapsing porches, roofs, floors or walls in apartments, businesses or entertainment venues
  • Injuries in fires or other disasters and inadequate emergency evacuation plans that lead to serious injury or death
  • Injuries caused by unsafe, unguarded or misused equipment

Because the cause of such cases vary and include nearly every conceivable type of injury, it is critical to choose a law firm with the medical and legal knowledge required to get you the compensation you deserve.

At Commander+Pound, we offer free appointments to discuss your rights and have the experience to get you're the medical and legal representation critical to fighting for your rights.

Serious Lawyers+Serious Injuries=Serious Results

Atlanta Personal Injury Lawyers Blog - Premises Liability

  • Slip and Fall Injuries in Georgia Slip and fall rates are particularly high among those over 65 years of age. About one third of those injured in a slip and fall will have permanent ....