Premises Liability Cases

Premises liability is a legal concept that holds property owners and occupiers responsible for accidents and injuries that occur on their property. In Alabama, premises liability cases typically involve claims against property owners or occupiers for injuries caused by dangerous or defective conditions on their property.

• The defendant (property owner or occupier) owed a duty of care to the plaintiff;
• The defendant breached that duty of care by failing to maintain the property in a reasonably safe condition or failing to warn the plaintiff of known or foreseeable hazards;
• The plaintiff suffered an injury or damages as a result of the defendant’s breach of duty; and
• The defendant’s breach of duty was the proximate cause of the plaintiff’s injury or damages.

Common examples of premises liability cases in Alabama include slip and fall accidents, dog bites, swimming pool accidents, and inadequate security claims.
In Alabama, the statute of limitations for premises liability claims is two years from the date of the injury. This means that a plaintiff must file a lawsuit within two years of the date of their injury, or they will be barred from pursuing their claim.

Alabama follows the doctrine of contributory negligence, which means that if the plaintiff is found to have contributed to their own injuries in any way, they may be barred from recovering damages. Therefore, it's essential for plaintiffs to be able to prove that the property owner was wholly responsible for the 
dangerous condition and resulting injuries.

If you have been injured on someone else's property in Alabama, it is important to consult with an experienced premises liability attorney who can help you understand your rights and options for seeking compensation.