York Premises Liability Lawyer

Were you recently injured on someone else’s property in York, PA? The property owner may be liable for your medical bills, lost wages, and suffering. The experienced York premises liability lawyers at Marzzacco Niven & Associates can help you fight to win your case and maximize your recovery.

Since 2008, our law firm has been dedicated to standing up for accident and injury victims just like you. As a result of our dedication and hard work, we’ve been able to secure millions of dollars in life-changing settlements and verdicts.

We will help you hold negligent property owners accountable for your injuries. Call our law offices in York at (717) 995-8998 to get started with a free consultation to learn more.

How Our York Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help With Your Premises Liability Case

How Our York Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help With Your Premises Liability Case

A property owner, business, or landlord won’t want to pay for injuries that you’ve suffered on their premises. Neither will their insurance company. To get the money you deserve, you’ll need to have an experienced York personal injury lawyer representing you.

At Marzzacco Niven & Associates, we’re top-rated and nationally recognized for our successes – both inside and outside of the courtroom. We stand up to powerful companies and insurance providers every day, fighting to get financial justice for our clients. With 120+ years of experience behind us, you can rest assured that your case will be in good hands.

As we navigate your premises liability claim, we will:

  • Investigate quickly to ensure that important evidence isn’t destroyed, moved, or lost;
  • Determine what kind of hazardous condition(s) contributed to your accident;
  • Work closely with experts and specialists as we build your case and develop a strategy;
  • Negotiate to secure the best possible terms in a settlement deal for you; and
  • Have an award-winning trial lawyer bring your case to court, if necessary.

You should be able to focus on getting better. That can happen when you call our York premises liability attorneys for help. We’ll handle every aspect of your personal injury case from start to finish while you recover.

What is Premises Liability?

When you go out to eat or visit a store or any property owned by someone else, you shouldn’t have to worry about your safety. You shouldn’t have to be on the constant lookout for things that could cause you harm. 

Property owners should be responsible for maintaining their premises so that they’re safe for guests and visitors. 

And, that’s precisely what Pennsylvania’s premises liability laws require.

In Pennsylvania, property owners owe a duty of care to individuals who come onto their premises – inside and out. An owner – or another party – can be financially liable for accidents and injuries that happen on their premises if they fail to satisfy this duty.

The duty of care that’s owed depends on how a visitor is classified.

Invitees, Licensees, and Trespassers

There are three different classifications for visitors: invitees, licensees, and trespassers. 

  • Invitees: individuals invited – directly and indirectly – onto premises for a commercial or business purpose. They’re owed the highest duty of care. 
  • Licensees: individuals invited onto premises for a casual or personal purpose. The duty of care owed is not as great as for an invitee.
  • Trespassers: individuals who enter premises without the owner’s permission (implied or actual).

Most premises liability cases in York involve invitees: people who are invited to visit another person’s property for a business purpose. The invitation doesn’t have to be direct. For instance, you’re considered an invitee when you visit a business that’s open to the public, like a grocery store, restaurant, or government building. 

As an invitee, you’re owed the highest duty of care. Under Pennsylvania state law, property owners are legally required to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition. They must regularly inspect the property for potential hazards and dangers. When a hazard is discovered, it must be fixed within a reasonable amount of time. If it can’t be fixed right away, guests must be warned.

A property owner can be liable for injuries if someone is injured by a hazard or danger the owner knew – or should have known – about.

We Handle All Premises Liability Matters in York, PA

Our York personal injury attorneys are here to help you fight for compensation in your premises liability claim or lawsuit.

We represent clients in cases involving:

  • Slip and fall accidents
  • Falls from heights
  • Toxic exposure
  • Swimming pool accidents
  • Dog bites
  • Animal attacks
  • Negligent security
  • Elevator accidents
  • Fire accidents
  • Construction site accidents
  • School or daycare accidents
  • Amusement park accidents
  • Accidents at restaurants and bars
  • Grocery store accidents, and more

If you’ve been hurt because a landlord, manager, or business was negligent, you can count on us to fight for you. Contact us to learn more about how we can help. 

What’s My Premises Liability Case Worth?

No two cases are the same. Ultimately, there are a lot of different variables that will affect value, including:

  • The types of injuries you’ve suffered 
  • Whether you’re likely to make a full recovery – and if so, how long that might take
  • Your out-of-pocket costs, including medical care and rehabilitation
  • How your injury interferes with your ability to work and earn an income
  • If you were injured at work
  • How you’ve been affected emotionally

The more severe your injuries and the more traumatic the accident, the more a case is typically worth. The best way to maximize your recovery is to work with an experienced York premises liability attorney near you. That’s why Marzzacco Niven & Associates should be your first call after you get hurt.

We’ll investigate your case carefully and bring in experts to help us understand the specific details of your situation. The more we understand the extent and impact of your accident, the better prepared we can advocate successfully on your behalf.

Hazardous Property Conditions Can Contribute to Severe, Life-Changing Injuries

Any injury can have long-lasting effects. You deserve compensation if a negligent property owner is at fault.

We’ll help you seek damages for all of your catastrophic injuries in a premises liability case, including:

Don’t underestimate the severity of your injuries. Seek medical care immediately and then contact our attorneys for guidance and support.

What Damages Can I Get in a York Premises Liability Case?

Compensatory damages – including economic and non-economic awards – may be available through a premises liability lawsuit.

Economic damages reimburse and make up for financial costs, like:

  • Medical expenses
  • Lost wages
  • Reduced earning capacity
  • Disability
  • Rehabilitation

Non-economic damages, also known as “pain and suffering” damages, compensate for:

  • Chronic pain
  • Emotional distress
  • Loss of quality of life
  • Disfigurement
  • Loss of consortium

Our team will take a thorough look at your case to ensure that all damages are properly identified and valued correctly. We won’t let insurance companies push you into an offer that doesn’t accurately reflect the full extent of your damages.

Do I Have to Prove Negligence in a Premises Liability Lawsuit?

Yes, you will have to show that your accident and resulting injuries happened because a property owner (or another party) was negligent.

To prove negligence, you’ll have to establish each of these elements:

  • The property owner owed you a duty of care;
  • They breached the specific duty owed to you;
  • Their actions (or inaction) were the direct and proximate cause of your injuries; and
  • You’ve suffered damages as a result.

Evidence that can help to build your case can include photographs of the premises and dangerous conditions, videos, witness statements, and expert testimony.

How Long Do I Have to File a Premises Liability Lawsuit in Pennsylvania?

A lawsuit must be filed within two years from the date of your accident. That’s the statute of limitations for most personal injury lawsuits in Pennsylvania. There are times when different restrictions might apply. However, these are the exception, not the rule.

What if I’m Blamed For My Accident?

You can still recover compensation as long as you’re less than 51% at fault. However, your damages will be reduced to reflect your contribution.

Once your share of the blame exceeds 50%, your right to secure damages is lost.

Property owners will try to point fingers and blame you. Work with our experienced York premises liability lawyers, and we’ll defend you at every turn. The less fault assigned to you, the more money you can get.

Contact Our York Premises Liability Lawyers Today

If you were hurt because of a hazard or danger on someone else’s property in York, you might be entitled to compensation. Our York premises liability lawyers can help you seek maximum damages from the negligent property owner.

Located in the beautiful Lower Susquehanna River Valley region deep in Pennsylvania, the law office of Marzzacco Niven & Associates will be on your side. Your first case evaluation is free, so don’t hesitate to contact our law office today.

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