Property Injury & Premises Liability Attorneys in Atlanta, GA

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Premises Liability Lawyer in Atlanta, GA

We are Forrest B. Johnson and Associates, and we are proud to be of service to you for your legal affairs concerning personal injury, vehicle and transportation accidents, and private property accidents. Don’t be afraid to stand up to other lawyers, insurance companies, and big businesses. Our law firm will not only back you up, we will get you paid what you deserve.

Types of Property Injury Cases We Handle in Atlanta

Slip and Fall Accidents in Atlanta

For over fifty years, Forrest B. Johnson & Associates has represented individuals injured in slip and fall accidents in Atlanta. These claims often arise when residential or commercial property owners fail to maintain safe premises.

A slip and fall accident occurs when a person is injured due to a dangerous condition on public or private property. Common hazards include:

Wet or slippery floors
Poorly lit stairways or walkways
Uneven sidewalks or parking lots
Cracks, potholes, or loose flooring
Weather-related hazards such as standing water or ice

Under Georgia premises liability law, property owners have a legal duty of care to maintain reasonably safe conditions. This includes correcting structural defects and addressing known dangers. However, injured individuals must also exercise reasonable care, as shared negligence may affect recovery.

To establish liability, it is often necessary to show that the property owner knew — or should have known — about the hazardous condition. Because property conditions can change quickly, early investigation is critical. If you or a family member has been injured in a slip and fall accident in Atlanta, contact our office to discuss your legal options and potential compensation.

Negligent Premises Security Claims

Negligent security, or inadequate premises security litigation, stems from premises liability law. A landowner or business has a duty to keep its premises safe and secure for its tenants/customers (think of a supermarket’s duty to keep its floor dry to prevent slip-and-falls). Using this same logic, a landowner or business has a duty to secure its premises if it is reasonably foreseeable that a crime will occur.

Examples:

•A nightclub or bar has a duty to have adequate security to prevent fights and violence.

•A landlord has a duty to employ proper security to ensure that its tenants are not at risk of robbery, rape, or murder.

•A hotel has a duty to have adequate security to prevent foreseeable crimes against its customers.

•A business has a duty to secure its premises and prevent any foreseeable violent attacks against its patrons.

Negligent security cases employ the same underlying law as premises liability cases-particularly the concepts of “duty” and “foreseeability.” First, a duty must exist to keep the premises safe and secure for customers and/or tenants. The nature and extent of that duty will generally depend on the nature of the premises, the foreseeable criminal activity on or near the premises, and the relationship of the parties.

Premises Liability Cases

Premises liability refers to the legal responsibility of property owners to maintain safe conditions for individuals entering or present on their property. In Georgia, these cases have historically been difficult to pursue, but recent legal developments have allowed more legitimate premises liability claims to reach juries — with significant verdicts in strong cases.

If you were injured due to unsafe property conditions in Atlanta, you may be entitled to compensation for:

Medical expenses
Lost income and financial losses
Pain and suffering

Even if an insurance company offers a settlement, it is important to have an attorney review the proposal. Insurance carriers often attempt to minimize payouts to unrepresented individuals.

Taking early legal action can significantly improve the likelihood of a fair recovery.

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