Georgia Premises Liability Death Attorney

We trust building owners, employers, landlords, and other property owners or operators to keep us safe. When property owner is negligent or fails to properly maintain the premises, the result can be serious injuries or even wrongful death. If you have recently lost a loved one because of the improper management or maintenance of a property, you should immediately speak to a Georgia premises liability death attorney for assistance with your wrongful death claim.

Property owners have a responsibility to keep their property reasonably safe in order to protect others. This means that the owners should conduct required safety inspections and maintenance, ensure walkways, stairs, and parking lots are well-lit, and eliminate slip and fall hazards. Owners of recreational facilities, such as fields or swimming pools, should post signs with relevant safety warnings.

In a premises liability case, the plaintiff must prove that the property owner had a duty to care for his or her property and, by failing to do so, caused the wrongful death of the victim. For example, if a person works in a building with wiring that is not up to code and gets electrocuted, the employer or building owner may be held liable.

In some cases, the government may be responsible for maintain public areas. A malfunctioning or poorly placed traffic light can cause a fatal vehicle accident. The government or contractor responsible for the installation and maintenance of the traffic light could be held liable for the resulting accident.

Landlords also have a duty to ensure that their tenants live in a reasonably safe home or apartment. If the landlord fails to provide working smoke detectors or secure locks, a wrongful death claim may be brought up against the landlord or property management company.

Properties that are poorly maintained can hide other safety hazards. For example, if a property owner fails to maintain tree limbs or cut down a dead tree, it can fall on a person or home. In this case, the property owner can be sued for the wrongful death.

At Head, Thomas, Webb and Willis, our Georgia premises liability attorneys represent clients who have lost a loved one because of the negligence of a property owner. We will fight for you to recover damages and obtain justice for your tragic loss. For a free consultation, please contact us today.