When property owners invite you into their homes or businesses, they take on a responsibility. They have an obligation to make sure their properties are free from hazards that could cause you harm. Unfortunately, not all property owners are as careful as they should be, and if you are hurt because of their negligence, a Chalmette personal injury lawyer can help you fight for compensation.
Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers has recovered over $100 million for injury victims since 2015. A premises liability lawyer in Chalmette is ready to fight for you. We look forward to working toward justice together.
Types of Accidents Prompting Premises Liability Claims
Any accident occurring on someone else’s property can present grounds for a claim. Slips, trips, and falls are among the most common accidents. You could fall down a poorly lit stairwell in an apartment complex or trip over worn carpeting in a place of business. You could slip on a grocery store aisle slick from an unattended spill.
Swimming pools provide wonderful relief from the Louisiana heat, but also present dangers if not properly maintained or supervised. A Chalmette premises liability lawyer can help you take Louisiana pool accident claims through the legal process.
Your injuries could result from negligent security. Places drawing large crowds must have enough security personnel to keep control. Shopping malls and apartment complexes need well-lit parking lots and a security presence to prevent attacks. Our premises liability attorneys are prepared to fight for you, no matter where or how your accident occurs.
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Property Owners Owe Visitors A Duty of Care
If a homeowner invites you to their property, they need to warn you of any known dangers. For example, if their stoop has a weak step or railing, the property owner should inform you of the hazard to protect you from harm.
The Louisiana Revised Statutes (RS) 2800.6 establishes specific responsibilities for “merchants,” or those who sell food or goods in places of business. They must “exercise reasonable care to keep aisles, passageways, and floors in reasonably safe condition,” and take “reasonable effort” to remove other potential hazards from the space.
Property owners generally do not owe a duty of care to trespassers. Those entering a property without permission assume the risks that come with this unlawful behavior. Still, property owners cannot set out to harm trespassers intentionally.
The Attractive Nuisance Exception
Children are the exception when it comes to a property owner’s duty of care to trespassers, according to premises liability and the law of attractive nuisances. An attractive nuisance is a property feature that could encourage a child to trespass.
Swimming pools, abandoned cars, play structures, and machinery are examples of attractive nuisances. Property owners must take measures to secure these features and prevent children from accessing them. If they don’t, the property owner could be liable for related injuries, and our premises liability lawyers will work to hold them accountable.
A Premises Liability Attorney Will Fight to Maximize Your Damages
Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers will evaluate your losses with care when determining the value of your claim. We know how a slip and fall causes head injuries, and how those head injuries can have a lasting effect on your health, earning capacity, and quality of life.
Those same consequences apply to any serious injury. The other side will work to diminish your losses so they can keep their payout low. We will fight against their attempts, challenging their claims with convincing evidence and arguments. Our goal is to secure the highest compensation available, so when searching for a “premises liability lawyer near me,” you can stop when you see our firm name.
Each claim has unique factors that affect its value. You can trust your premises liability attorney in Chalmette to work to maximize your damages. We will fight to recover your medical costs and lost wages, and any other expenses associated with your accident. We will also demand financial justice for your emotional suffering, physical pain, and disability, and reduced enjoyment of life.
Comparative Negligence in Louisiana
The State’s comparative negligence laws can affect your claim outcome. Per the Louisiana Civil Code (CC) Article 2323, as of January 2026, only victims holding less than 51% of the blame for the accident can file for damages. If you meet this criterion, you can still see a compensation reduction proportionate to whatever lower percentage of fault you hold.
The negligent property owner’s representatives will try to lower their payout or avoid one altogether by putting the blame on you. We know what to expect. Our team will be ready to combat these attempts and protect your compensation.
Connecting With an Attorney Swiftly is in Your Best Interests
To improve your chances of a favorable claim outcome, you should hire a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after your accident. An attorney can provide immediate support and guidance. It is easy to say or do things that undermine your claim. Your attorney can help you avoid those mistakes and advise you on what actions to take to support your claim.
Proving a property owner’s negligence requires evidence. Our team will investigate your accident fully to gather the needed information. That process is much more productive when conducted soon after the incident, before physical evidence gets lost or camera footage is erased. It’s also best if we speak to witnesses promptly, before their memories fade.
Under the Louisiana Civil Code (CC) 3493.1, victims have two years to file most personal injury claims. When you partner with an attorney quickly, you allow time for a prompt investigation and filing. If you miss the deadline, you could forfeit the opportunity to get justice. Even if you think you are too late to file, speak with us first. Some situations allow for extensions.
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We do not settle for less when it comes to fighting for justice, and you shouldn’t either. Contact a Chalmette premises liability attorney from our team today by filling out our form or contacting us at 504-474-6158.
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