Atlanta Commercial Property Injury Attorney

ASSERTIVE AND PERSONALIZED REPRESENTATION FOR INJURED VICTIMS IN GEORGIA 

Davis Injury Firm has helped thousands of injured individuals in Georgia fight for damages. If you have been injured in a commercial property in Atlanta, you have the right to sue the at-fault party for damages. Commercial property injuries can occur for many different reasons, such as unsafe premises or inadequate security. In any case, whatever your commercial property-related injury, Davis Injury Firm can help you craft a strong case for damages and help you obtain the compensation you need to recover as fully as possible.

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What Are the Accident Laws on Commercial Properties?

Commercial property injuries would be a premises liability case if the injury was caused by unsafe conditions. Recall that Georgia Code § 51-3-1 establishes that the owner of property who, by express or implied invitation, induces others to enter their premises for any lawful purpose is liable for damages to such persons for injuries caused by their failure to exercise ordinary care in keeping the premises and approaches safe. 

Examples of Unsafe Premises

Some examples of unsafe premises that may be grounds for a lawsuit are:

• broken handrails;
• uneven stairs;
• falling objects from the ceiling;
• bad or unsafe lighting;
• dysfunctional elevators and escalators;
• slippery floors;
• broken chairs;
• dangerous use of fire.

If the commercial property injury involved an assault or shooting, a victim could sue the property management for negligent security for failing to provide sufficient security to prevent such an attack.

What are Considered Commercial Properties for Injury Claims?

Commercial properties encompass a diverse range of spaces where business activities unfold. Understanding what constitutes a commercial property is crucial when pursuing injury claims. Various types of commercial properties may include:

• Retail Establishments: Injuries can occur from shopping malls to individual stores due to negligence in maintaining safe premises.
• Office Buildings: Slip and fall accidents, elevator mishaps, and other incidents may lead to injuries within office spaces.
• Restaurants and Bars: Spills, uneven flooring, or inadequate security measures can contribute to injuries on these premises.
• Hotels and Hospitality Businesses: Injuries may arise from poorly maintained facilities or insufficient security measures.
• Construction Sites: While not traditional public spaces, injuries on construction sites fall under the commercial property category, requiring specialized legal expertise.
• Entertainment Venues: Concert halls, theaters, and stadiums pose unique risks, and injuries may occur during events or due to inadequate safety measures.

What Do I Need To Prove in a Premises Liability Case?

As with all premises liability cases, the injured plaintiff must prove the following in order to build a case for damages:

• There existed a dangerous condition on the property (e.g., a slippery floor or dim lighting that made it hard to see).
• The property owner knew or should have reasonably known of the dangerous condition upon proper inspection.
• Despite that knowledge, the property owner did not remedy the dangerous premises, thus breaching their duty of care
• The dangerous condition of the property directly caused the plaintiff’s injuries.

If a plaintiff is able to show all the above elements, they may be granted a damage award to compensate for their injuries. 

What Damages Can Be Recovered?

The damage award can include monetary and non-monetary damages, such as:

• present and future medical bills;
• lost wages from taking time off work to recover;
• pain and suffering.