Beverly Hills Premises Liability Attorney

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Every year, innocent people suffer injuries due to dangerous conditions on other properties. When a property owner’s negligence causes an accident, the injured victim can pursue compensation through a premises liability lawsuit. Beverly Hills property owners are legally responsible for ensuring their property is reasonably safe for guests, customers, and other invitees. If they fail to do so and a customer or other invitee is harmed as a result, they must be held accountable for the premises liability accident.

The Beverly Hills premises liability attorneys at Saeedian Law Group represent clients in Los Angeles and throughout Southern California who’ve been injured on the negligently maintained property. Our experienced trial attorneys have successfully handled many personal injury cases caused by negligence and recklessness. We are prepared to pursue the full compensation you need after a premises liability injury. Contact us at our Beverly Hills law office for a free, no obligation consultation with an experienced California premises liability attorney.

Types of Beverly Hills Premises Liability Cases We Handle

Property owners, especially businesses open to the public, are required to maintain their properties. They must make reasonable inspections of their property and fix any unsafe conditions that aren’t obvious by fixing the dangerous conditions or by posting an adequate warning of the danger. They must regularly maintain their property to ensure the conditions are safe and free of hazards that could cause injuries.

Unsafe conditions are often caused by temporarily dangerous areas, such as a slippery walkway after a rainstorm or debris left at a construction site. Saeedian Law Group attorneys have extensive experience representing clients in a wide range of premises liability cases in Beverly Hills, including injuries caused by the following:

Wet floors
Poorly-marked steps, ramps, or slopes
Cracked or broken sidewalks
Unmarked construction sites or other repair sites
Malfunctioning escalators and elevators
Dangerous staircases
Poorly lit areas
Icy sidewalks
Uneven flooring
Debris left on walkways
Collapsing decks
Exposed electrical wiring
Pools without fences or other safety measures

We Fight for the Rights of Slip & Fall Accident Victims in Beverly Hills, California

Slip and fall accidents are among the most common yet dangerous types of premises liability injuries. When grocery stores, restaurants, and retail locations fail to clean up spills on the floor or warn customers about the spill, their customers can become seriously injured. Even if another customer, not an employee, caused the spill, the store owner still has a legal obligation to clean up the spill in a reasonable time.

Slip and fall accidents can happen any time an innocent victim slips and falls on a wet floor, marked stairs, uneven floors, or dimly lit stairs. Injuries from slip and fall accidents can give rise to premises liability lawsuits when the accident happens because of the property owner’s negligence.

The injuries caused by slip and fall accidents, and other common premises liability accidents, can vary from bruises and scrapes to serious injuries. Older individuals are more likely to suffer broken hips when they slip and fall. They often never regain their full mobility and need ongoing medical care. Slip and fall accidents can also cause traumatic brain injuries that result in disabling, painful, and ongoing medical symptoms. A victim may begin falling and hit his or her head on a shelf or on the hard floor.

Store owners in their insurance companies will likely try to deny that the accident was their responsibility, or they may dispute the severity of the victim’s injuries. Suppose you’ve been injured in a slip-and-fall accident in Beverly Hills. In that case, Saeedian Law Group will vigorously protect your rights, gather eyewitness and expert testimony, and develop an effective strategy for you to recover compensation.

Negligent Security Cases in Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills property owners have a legal obligation to keep their guests and customers safe from criminal acts. When property owners negligently fail to keep their property safe, victims can be injured due to sexual assault, assault, and other crimes. For example, suppose an apartment complex owner knows or should have known that sexual assaults have occurred in a dark stairway in the apartment complex. In that case, the property owner should take action to make the stairway safer through surveillance cameras, lighting, and potentially by hiring a security guard. If a resident becomes injured due to sexual assault in the stairway, he or she will likely have a right to pursue compensation through a negligent security lawsuit. If you or your loved one was harmed due to negligent security, contact our Beverly Hills, CA premises liability attorney for a free case review.

Elevator and Escalator Accidents

Many Beverly Hills residents ride escalators in elevators daily while at work, shopping, or in our condo or apartment building. When property owners fail to ensure that their elevators and escalators are well maintained and working effectively, victims can become seriously injured or die in elevator and escalator accidents.

Under California premises liability law, property owners with elevators or escalators are considered common carriers. Consequently, they will be held to a heightened standard of care and must use utmost care and diligence to ensure their elevators and escalators operate safely. Hurt on an escalator or elevator, or other premises liability accidents? Contact our Beverly Hills premises liability attorneys for a free consultation.

Safety Code Violations Can Lead to Devastating Injuries and a Premises Liability Claim

Property owners have a legal obligation to ensure their buildings meet all local, state, and federal building codes. These codes are designed to protect customers, clients, and members of the public from becoming injured. If you’ve been injured on another person’s property, you will need to prove that there was a dangerous condition on the property that caused common premises liability injuries. One way to prove that the property owner’s negligence caused your injuries is to provide evidence that the property owner failed to comply with a code violation.

Suppose an elevated area does not have a guardrail and a child falls off of the elevated area, becoming seriously injured. The failure to have a guardrail would likely constitute a building code violation. When a property owner’s violation of a building code causes the type of accident that the code was designed to prevent, the victim will benefit from the presumption of negligence, called negligence per se. Our Beverly Hills premises liability attorney is prepared to investigate your case and gather evidence to prove your injury was caused by a safety code violation.

Proving Liability in a Premises Liability Lawsuit

When we investigate premises liability cases, we will determine whether the property owner has violated a building code violation, which can help plaintiffs obtain the compensation they deserve. However, even if there was not a building code violation, victims may still have a right to compensation. They will need to prove that a dangerous condition on the property existed and the property owner failed to fix it or warn guests or customers. The Judicial Council of California Civil Jury Instructions (CACI No. 1000) sets the criteria for liability. To establish fault in a premises liability claim, you will need to prove each of the following four elements:

Duty of Care: In California, property owners have a legal duty to maintain a reasonably safe environment for visitors, guests, and patrons. The duty extends from inspecting the premises on a regular basis to proactively addressing potential hazards that could foreseeably cause harm. Notably, different standards of care apply depending on whether the visitor is classified as an invitee, licensee, or trespasser. In California, businesses and property owners only owe very limited duties to trespassers.
Breach of Duty: A breach of duty occurs when a property owner fails to meet the expected standard of care in maintaining safe premises. Some examples include neglecting to repair known dangers, failure to conduct proper maintenance, and failing to warn visitors of potential risks. For a breach of duty to be established in a California premises liability claim, it must be shown that a reasonable person in the owner’s position would have taken different actions to prevent harm.
Causation: Causation in premises liability requires showing that the property owner’s breach of duty directly led to the plaintiff’s injuries. The plaintiff must demonstrate that the injury would not have occurred if the property had been maintained properly. In other words, the victim must prove that the unsafe conditions on the premises were actually the reason why their injuries happened.
Damages: To bring a successful premises liability claim in California, it is imperative that you prove damages. Damages in a premises liability case are the quantifiable losses suffered by the plaintiff due to the injury incurred on the property. They include non-economic damages, including pain and suffering and long-term disability.

A Two-Year Statute of Limitations for Premises Liability Claims

Under California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1, there is a two-year statute of limitations for premises liability claims. Do not fall behind a property owner or its insurance company after a serious accident. If you wait too long to take legal action, you may not be able to bring a claim at all. Consult with our Beverly Hills premises liability lawyer for immediate help.

We Fight for the Maximum Compensation for Injured Victims

Hurt in an accident on another party’s property in Beverly Hills? Under California law, you have the right to pursue compensation for the full value of your damages, including any non-economic damages. However, businesses and their insurance carriers will try to resolve your claim for less than full value. They are looking out for their own bottom line—not your best interests. Our Beverly Hills premises liability lawyer can help you seek compensation for:

Emergency room care;
Hospital bills;
Medical expenses;
Physical therapy;
Loss of wages;
Loss of future earnings;
Pain and suffering;
Long-term disability; and
Wrongful death.

Why Depend On Our Beverly Hills Premises Liability Lawyer

Premises liability claims are complicated. At Saeedian Law Group, we have what it takes to hold negligent businesses and negligent property owners accountable. With a proven record of case results, our team invests personalized attention into each and every claim. Along with other things, our Beverly Hills premises liability lawyers are prepared to:

Listen to your story and answer legal questions;
Investigate the accident—and gathering evidence;
Handle the settlement negotiations with insurers; and
Take aggressive action to maximize your settlement or verdict.

Premises Liability in California: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When Should I Speak to a Premises Liability Attorney in Beverly Hills?

Right away. You should consult with a premises liability attorney in Beverly Hills as soon as possible after an accident occurs on someone else’s property. You do not want to fall behind in the claim process. Your Beverly Hills premises liability lawyer can protect your rights and your interests.

Is a Property Owner Always Responsible for an Accident on its Premises?

No. In California, premises liability claims are fault-based legal cases. In other words, liability depends on whether the owner acted negligently in maintaining the property or failed to address known hazards. Beyond that, the status of the injured victim—whether they were an invitee, licensee, or trespasser—will make a difference in a claim.

How Much is the Average Premises Liability Settlement?

There is no true “average” settlement amount for a premises liability claim in California. The value of your personal injury case will always depend on the specific circumstances. Factors such as your ability to prove fault and the severity of your injuries will impact your case. A settlement of five, six, and even seven figures would all be in the normal range.

No Fee Until We Help You Recover Compensation

The Saeedian Law Group handles premises liability claims on a contingency fee basis. Whether you were hurt in a slip and fall accident, due to negligent security, or because of a safety code violation, we are prepared to help. There are no upfront costs or any other types of out of pocket expenses. Our team gets paid only when you get paid. No recovery? No fees. An initial consultation with our Beverly Hills premises liability lawyer is free and carries zero obligations.

Discuss Your Case with a Premises Liability Attorney in Beverly Hills

At Saeedian Law Group, our Beverly Hills premises liability lawyer is standing by, ready to protect your rights. If you or your loved one have been seriously injured because of a dangerous condition on another person’s property, it’s crucial that you reach out to an attorney. You only have a limited amount of time to file a claim for compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, and other damages. Don’t hesitate to contact Saeedian Law Group to schedule a complimentary, no-obligation consultation. From our Beverly Hills office, we represent injured victims across Southern California.