Valdosta Slip & Fall Injury Attorneys
Get the Compensation You Deserve with Studstill Firm, LLP
The state of Georgia requires all property owners to provide reasonably safe conditions for welcome guests and—in the event that there is a hazard of some kind—sufficient warnings to anyone who may be at risk of getting hurt. When these responsibilities are not met and an accident does occur, the property owners may be held accountable for the resulting damages. These are commonly called "slip and fall" or "trip and fall" claims, but they all fall under Georgia's premises liability law.
At Studstill Firm, LLP our experienced Valdosta slip and fall injury lawyers have seen just how serious these claims can be. We are well-versed in developing thorough, comprehensive injury claims that fully illustrate the gravity of our clients' injuries. This approach has recovered millions of dollars in relief for our clients and continues to ensure that the individuals and families we serve have their voice heard before the law.
If you have been hurt on someone else's property, the time to start exploring your legal options is now. Call our offices at (229) 515-8900 today to speak with our Valdosta slip and fall lawyer.
Why You Should Hire a Valdosta Slip and Fall Attorney
If you have been the victim of slip and fall injury, you have the right to file your own claim. There is a probability, however, that working with an attorney can improve your chances for financial recovery and can help alleviate some of the burden of filing a claim yourself.
By enlisting the expertise of a skilled premises liability attorney, you will have a team to help you by investigating the accident, compiling important and helpful documents, which can reduce the chance that important deadlines may be missed that someone filing their own claim may not be aware of. By with an attorney, you can focus on recovery while we focus on getting you the compensation you deserve.
Understanding "Duty of Care" in Slip and Fall Claims
The central factor that nearly every premises liability claim revolves around is the legal concept known as "duty of care." Essentially, duty of care is the responsibility property owners have to ensure that welcome guests are safe on their premises. This applies to residential property owners and commercial property owners alike.
In a premises liability claim, the claimant must prove:
- They were owed duty of care
- The property owner failed to provide duty of care
- That the lack of duty of care allowed dangerous conditions to persist
- The dangerous conditions directly contributed to an injury
Who Is Entitled to Duty of Care in Georgia?
As you'll notice above, the potential claimants in these cases have been referred to as "welcome guests." This is key—because not all visitors to a property are owed duty of care. Legally speaking, a visitor to a premises can fall into one of three categories.
These visitor categories include:
- Invitees: customers, patrons, those encouraged to enter a premises
- Licensees: delivery people, repair specialists, those with permission to enter
- Trespassers: those who have entered the premises illegally
Under Georgia law, invitees and licensees are owed duty of care and are eligible to seek damages if an injury occurs. Trespassers, on the other hand, are assumed to have entered the premises without the owner's knowledge and are not owed duty of care.
The "Attractive Nuisance" Doctrine Explained
Georgia law also provides what is known as the attractive nuisance doctrine for premises liability claims that involve injuries to children. In these cases, it is assumed that children entered a property with little-to-no understanding of the danger a particular property feature may pose-- but still be attracted to it anyway. These attractive nuisance property features can include swimming pools, discarded appliances or automobiles, trampolines, piles of wood, and other property elements.
In these claims, the child's family can argue that the property owner failed to properly secure the premises and anticipate the possibility that children may have access to their property. Even hazard signage may not be enough to eliminate liability due to a child's potential inability to read or understand the warning. Our Valdosta attractive nuisance attorneys can help you evaluate the viability of your family's claim.
If you or a loved one have been hurt on someone else's property, it may be possible to seek legal remedy. Call our Valdosta slip and fall lawyer today at (229) 515-8900 to request a free, no-obligation case evaluation.
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Jennifer Carter is amazing! She’s always been helpful to others. Not only that, she gets the job done as well! Professionalism at its finest! 10/10
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The Studstill Firm handled a delicate situation with respect, professionalism, and assertiveness. Justin Studstill represented my case very effectively. I never experienced any delays and all my questions were answered in a timely manner. I would most definitely recommend the Studstill Firm for any legal advice.- Dana
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- Jenny
Studstill Firm is an amazing personal injury law firm. The entire staff is very helpful, nice, and professional. They have answered all of my questions when I called. I highly recommend them!
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Unexpectedly, I found myself in need of consulting with a law firm specializing in personal injury cases. While shopping in a certain beloved grocery store, which shall remain nameless, I had an accident. A banana of all things was my downfall. Being that I did not place the banana in question on the floor of the grocery store, it was my assumption I had a case for the injuries I sustained due to this slip & fall. Which was more like a slip & crash backwards because I surely took the banana display down with me. After leaving the hospital, I called 411 pain mostly because the radio keeps telling me to. This was all I could think to do, but they were not helpful & in fact, I felt very overwhelmed. So I turned to Google & searched for law firms. Studstill law firm caught my attention & I gave them a call. I was told to talk with Jennifer who could answer my questions. I must say, I really appreciate her patience & understanding because I do tend to ramble on a bit. She was professional & kind, never made me feel rushed. She did not even laugh when I told her what happened. I appreciate this because even the doctors & nurses at the hospital laughed at the cause of my injury. Thank you Jennifer & Studstill lawfirm for helping me through this process.- Joseph
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After being injured on the job…I became worried of loosing my job and being the sole income in our home, my wife and I were going through a mini hell on earth for what we were going to do. My wife, THANK GOD, found the Studstill Firm and from the first meeting, we were treated with dignity and grace. They were quick to take charge and responded to our every need. We found their staff and associates to be the most professional, caring, group of people we or anyone in need could have by your side. My wife and I HIGHLY recommend the Studstill Firm and they will always be on our speed dial. Thank you Mrs. Studstill for being there for us.- Larry
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I have known and worked with the staff at the Studstill Firm for many years. From the beginning I have been treated as a member of the “family.” They have gone out of their way to assist me in my business dealings. There’s not a finer bunch than the Studstill Firm. I highly recommend them!- Jenny
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All staff were nice, professional and helpful as my case moved along. Staff called just to see how I was feeling and to keep me up to date on what was happening and why.- Jessie
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Wonderful…. Everyone at the Studstill Firm is truly caring and will go out of their way to make sure all of the best decisions are made for you. They truly have your best interest at heart.- Diane
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