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According to premises liability laws, property owners have a duty to keep their premises safe for visitors. This includes guests who are on the property for social purposes (invitees) and people who visit the property for business (licensees). Property owners bear...
In Georgia, liability for injuries sustained on someone else's property depends on the circumstances and events of the accident. In general, however, Georgia follows the modified comparative negligence rule. What does this mean exactly? Some of the key provisions in...
When the weather takes a turn, risks of accidents in properties increase. Slippery ice, heavy snow or even a sudden downpour can transform a property into a potential hazard zone. Understanding how these weather elements can influence liability claims is crucial for...
Hotels strive to provide a relaxing and enjoyable experience for guests. However, when the staff don’t properly maintain the facilities, the consequences can be severe injuries. In Georgia, hotels have a legal duty to exercise ordinary care in keeping their premises...
A delicious meal, a pleasing ambiance and attentive service all contribute to a memorable dining experience. However, contracting food poisoning after eating at a restaurant can also make it unforgettable for all the wrong reasons. Beyond causing discomfort, food...
Amusement parks welcome thousands of visitors each year, and with that comes a big responsibility: keeping everyone safe. These parks work hard to inspect and maintain rides regularly to prevent accidents. Still, disaster can strike at any time, and it is not always...
Property owners have a vital duty of care – to ensure a safe environment that prevents injuries to anyone stepping onto their premises. This duty places the burden on property owners and residents for accidents and injuries occurring on their property. Establishing...
Parking your car in a well-lit parking lot often feels like a routine and safe task. Most of the time, it is. But life is unpredictable, and unfortunate events can happen. Assaults in parking lots occur, and when they result in injuries, questions of liability arise....
Georgia has a law that requires people to keep public areas safe. That means that the person or company responsible for a piece of property might have a duty to you if you get an injury on that property. The statute is relatively simple, but there are many previous...
If you slip and fall onto a hard surface, you might suffer life-altering consequences. It is true that not everyone experiences an injury from a fall. However, people who do get hurt sometimes end up with persistent health problems and even a potentially deadly...