Injuries on Private Property in Arizona

    PHOENIX, AZ, August 07, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ -- When a dangerous condition unexpectedly injures you on private property, the aftermath can result in serious physical and financial consequences. If the property owner has failed to properly maintain his property or neglected a potential hazard, then they may be held responsible for compensation. Premises liability law ensures that if an individual is hurt due to the owners conscious negligence than they are responsible for the harm it has caused. The property owners may not be necessarily liable simply because an accident or injury occurred on their property, there has to be proof that they neglected a potential hazard.

If you live in Tempe, Mesa, Scottsdale, Phoenix or surrounding areas and have been injured on private property, consulting an Arizona personal injury lawyer will help evaluate the complexities of your case. Unfortunately there are many types of injuries that can occur on private property, some include:

Types of Injuries

• Broken bones
• Spinal cord injury
• Bruising/Scarring
• Concussion
• Coma
• Death

There are many types of dangerous conditions on private property that can injure you or a loved one. Depending on the circumstances, the liability can vary. Some examples of the types of dangerous situations include:

Types of dangerous conditions

• Broken or faulty repaired stairs
• Store displays that fall on customers
• A third party consciously injures you or a loved one on the private property
• Poorly maintained apartments, houses, and stores or any other types of businesses
• Inadequately fenced areas like swimming pools.
• Stairs and handrails not built to building codes and regulations
• Dangerous electrical wiring
• Neglected slip and fall water

When these unexpected injuries occur, it is hard to know what course of action to take especially if you are physically injured. There are many steps you can take to help ensure that you have a strong case against those responsible. Some examples include:

Steps for a strong case

• Take many photographs in many different angles of the defects or dangerous conditions on the property
• Establish a list of potential independent witnesses that saw the injury occur
• Obtain a copy of the accident report
• Keep record of what happened in the accident directly after it occurred so that you can keep your facts straight for a stronger case

Contact an Arizona Personal Injury Attorney

If you or a loved one have been physically injured on a private property, then you may be entitled to compensation from the negligent parties responsible. An injury that occurs on private property can result in thousands of dollars in medical bills, physical therapy bills, or even death. Contacting an Arizona personal injury lawyer can help you analyze your case and ensure that you receive the best possible care for your injuries. For more information: www.solomonrelihan.com

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