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Premises liability is a term used to describe the legal responsibility the owner of a property has for accidents and injuries that occur on the owners' property.

There are a variety of reasons a premises liability claim may be filed. Slip and fall claims are common, as are claims of being hit by a falling object or being assaulted in a place of business such as a shopping mall parking garage.

The owner of a property must provide reasonable safeguards for your protection while a visitor or guest on their property. It is expected a property owner will take reasonable measures to minimize any risk should a dangerous or hazardous condition or circumstance arise.

The hazardous condition can be a simple spill that needs wiping up or a broken step that needs to be repaired or replaced. The property owner has an obligation to remedy the situation or notify the public of the risk that is present.

Premises liability may cover the cost of necessary medical treatment, loss of income and compensation for pain and suffering in the event of an injury. Injuries sustained can lead to debilitating conditions that drain you emotionally, physically and financially.

If you are a resident of Huntsville, Alabama or the surrounding area and you have been injured in an accident, please contact the Huntsville, Alabama office of The Cochran Firm today to schedule a confidential consultation at no cost to you to learn all about your legal rights.

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