Los Angeles Premises Liability Lawyer
An injury on someone else’s property can leave you scared, overwhelmed, and unsure where to turn, but you don’t have to face it alone. For more than 50 years, our Los Angeles premises liability lawyers have fought for Los Angeles victims and taken on the legal battle so they can focus on healing.
- 50+ years helping LA accident victims
- Over $2 billion recovered for our clients
- 24/7 availability for your questions
No fees until we win. Contact us today for your free consultation.
Your Advocates in a Time of Crisis
Since 1972, The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker has been a pillar of strength for the injured across Los Angeles. Our reputation is built on a simple principle: never settle for less than what’s right. With a team recognized by Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers, we bring unparalleled expertise to every case.
We have represented thousands of injured clients across Los Angeles, and major media outlets have recognized our landmark injury cases. With a dedicated bilingual support team available 24/7, we are always ready to fight for you.
Getting injured on someone else’s property, especially in public, can be terrifying and deeply unsettling. You might feel embarrassed, confused, or unsure of what just happened, all while dealing with sudden pain and people staring or offering conflicting advice. Then the reality hits: medical bills, missed work, and the fear that your life has just changed in an instant. This situation can be too much, and you shouldn’t have to handle all of that alone.
Our premises liability accident lawyers are here to take the legal pressure off your shoulders, hold negligent property owners accountable, and guide you through every step so you can focus on recovering, physically, emotionally, and financially.
What to Do After a Premises Accident in Los Angeles
Take a breath, stay as calm as you can, and follow these important steps:
- Seek Immediate Medical Attention:
Your health should always be your first priority. Even if you think you’re okay, some injuries don’t show symptoms right away. A doctor can evaluate you, treat hidden injuries, and document the connection between your condition and the accident. - Report the Accident: Tell the property owner, manager, or landlord what happened as soon as possible. If the injury is serious, contact the Los Angeles police so they can create an official report. This record can be powerful evidence later.
- Document Everything: Use your phone to take photos or videos of the exact spot where you were hurt, including the hazard that caused the accident. Photograph your injuries and collect contact information from anyone who saw what happened.
- Avoid Speaking with Insurance Adjusters: Insurance companies may seem helpful, but their goal is to pay as little as possible. Do not give a recorded statement or agree to any settlement before speaking with a lawyer.
- Contact a Los Angeles Premises Liability Lawyer: Getting legal help early protects your rights. The best premises liability attorney in Los Angeles can gather evidence, deal with the property owner and their insurance company, and guide you through the entire process so you’re not left to handle it on your own.
Common Causes of Premises Liability Accidents in Los Angeles
Did you know that falls are the leading cause of injuries among adults aged 65 and older? In California alone, there were 2,347 deaths from falls in 2021.
In a fast-paced city like Los Angeles, hazardous conditions on properties are surprisingly common. High-traffic areas like The Grove or the Third Street Promenade can quickly become dangerous when spills or debris aren’t cleaned up. Older buildings in neighborhoods such as Koreatown and Hollywood often have issues like poor lighting, broken stairs, or uneven floors, all of which put visitors and tenants at risk.
Our firm handles a wide range of premises liability cases, including:
- Slip and Fall Accidents: Wet floors, spilled liquids, freshly waxed surfaces, or missing warning signs in stores, restaurants, and malls.
- Trip and Fall Accidents: Broken sidewalks, uneven pavement, torn carpeting, poor lighting in stairwells, and cluttered walkways.
- Negligent Security: Assaults or attacks caused by inadequate lighting, broken locks, missing cameras, or a lack of security personnel in apartments, parking structures, and hotels.
- Swimming Pool Accidents: Drownings or near-drownings due to broken gates, insufficient barriers, or lack of supervision.
- Fires and Explosions: Injuries caused by faulty wiring, gas leaks, or fire code violations.
- Elevator and Escalator Incidents: Malfunctions that lead to sudden stops, falls, or entrapment.
- Amusement Park Injuries: Ride malfunctions and unsafe conditions at theme parks throughout the LA area.
- Dog Bites and Animal Attacks: Cases where property owners fail to restrain or control dangerous animals.
Common Injuries in Premises Liability Cases
An accident on unsafe property can cause a wide spectrum of injuries, from minor to life-altering. We are here to fight for the compensation you need for any injury you have suffered, including:
- Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs)
- Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis
- Broken Bones and Fractures
- Neck and Back Injuries
- Burns and Electrical Shocks
- Soft Tissue Damage (Sprains and Strains)
- Internal Organ Damage
- Lacerations and Scarring
When Can I File a Premises Liability Claim in Los Angeles?
You can file a premises liability claim in Los Angeles as soon as you suspect that a dangerous condition on someone else’s property caused your injury. Whether you slipped on an unmarked wet floor, tripped on a broken stair, or were hurt because a property owner failed to fix a known hazard, California law allows you to hold negligent property owners accountable.
Under CACI 1000, California’s jury instruction for premises liability, you must show:
- The defendant owned, leased, occupied, or controlled the property
- The property was in a dangerous condition
- The defendant knew or should have known about the danger
- The defendant failed to repair it or warn you
- That failure was a substantial factor in causing your injury
You may have grounds for a claim if:
- You were injured by hazards such as wet floors, uneven pavement, loose handrails, poor lighting, or broken steps
- A business, landlord, or property owner ignored maintenance problems or failed to warn you about them
- Inadequate security allowed an assault, robbery, or attack to occur
- A property owner failed to provide safe walkways, proper lighting, or adequate supervision
- You were hurt in locations like stairwells, parking lots, shopping centers, apartment complexes, or public venues
Premises liability laws in California exist to protect the public and ensure property owners take responsibility for preventable injuries. If you’ve been hurt, speaking with an experienced premises liability lawyer can help preserve evidence, investigate the hazard, and fight for the compensation and answers you deserve.
Who May Be Liable for Your Injuries?
Determining who is at fault is a critical step in any premises liability claim. Liability is not always straightforward and can extend to multiple parties. Potential defendants include:
- Property Owners: Individuals, corporations, or landlords who own the property where the injury occurred have a primary duty to keep it safe.
- Business Owners/Tenants: A business leasing a space is often responsible for maintaining safe conditions within its operational area.
- Property Management Companies: Companies hired to manage and maintain a property can be held liable for failing to address hazards.
- Government Agencies: If your injury occurred on public property, such as a cracked public sidewalk, a poorly maintained park, or a government building, the city, county, or state may be liable.
- Third-Party Contractors: Landscaping, cleaning, or maintenance companies can be at fault if their negligence created the hazard.
- Manufacturers: If a defective product on the property caused the injury (e.g., a faulty escalator), the product manufacturer could be held liable.
Damages You Can Recover in a Premises Liability Claim
Victims of premises liability accidents are entitled to seek compensation for the full extent of their losses. We fight to recover both economic and non-economic damages to ensure your financial stability and acknowledge your suffering.
Economic Damages
These are the measurable financial losses you incurred because of the accident:
- Medical Expenses: All costs for past and future medical care, including hospital stays, surgeries, medication, physical therapy, and rehabilitation.
- Lost Earnings: Compensation for the wages, salary, and benefits you lost while unable to work.
- Future Lost Earning Capacity: If your injuries prevent you from returning to your previous job or impact your ability to earn a living in the future.
- Property Damage: Costs to repair or replace any personal property damaged in the incident.
- Out-of-Pocket Costs: Reimbursement for any other expenses related to your injury, such as transportation to medical appointments.
Non-Economic Damages
These damages compensate you for the intangible, personal losses that have no exact dollar value:
- Pain and Suffering: For the physical pain and discomfort caused by your injuries.
- Emotional Distress: Compensation for anxiety, depression, fear, and other psychological impacts of the trauma.
- Loss of Enjoyment of Life: For the inability to participate in hobbies, activities, and life experiences you once enjoyed.
- Disfigurement and Scarring: For permanent physical changes resulting from the injury.
- Loss of Consortium: For the negative impact the injury has on your relationship with your spouse.
Understanding California’s Statute of Limitations
In California, you generally have two years from the date of the injury to file a premises liability lawsuit. However, if your claim is against a government entity, the deadline is much shorter. You must file a formal claim within six months.
If these deadlines pass, you could lose your ability to seek justice and financial recovery permanently. Your future is too important to risk, which is why taking action now is essential. Call our Los Angeles premises liability attorney today to start your case.
Why You Need a Lawyer for a Premises Liability Claim
When you’re hurt on someone else’s property, the confusion and stress can hit you fast. You may be in pain, unsure how you’ll pay your medical bills, and worried about missing work. The last thing you should have to do is battle an insurance company that’s determined to pay you as little as possible.
A premises liability lawyer steps in to protect you when you’re feeling your most vulnerable. We understand the fear, frustration, and uncertainty that come after a sudden injury, and we know how easily victims get pressured into accepting far less than they deserve.
When you have the right lawyer on your side, they will:
- Safeguard crucial evidence before it disappears or gets covered up
- Work with medical and safety experts to prove exactly how you were hurt
- Calculate long-term costs, including future treatment and daily limitations
- Shield you from insurance pressure, so you’re not pushed into a low offer
- Fight for the full compensation you need, not just what the insurer wants to pay
You deserve support, clarity, and someone who will fight for you. While you focus on healing, we take on the legal burden so you never have to face this alone.
How Our Law Firm Builds Your Case
Our approach is strategic, thorough, and focused on building a strong case for compensation. Here’s how we do it:
- Free Case Evaluation: We start with a no-cost, no-obligation consultation to listen to your story, assess your claim, and explain your legal options.
- Thorough Investigation: Our team immediately begins gathering evidence, including accident reports, photos, witness statements, and security footage.
- Working with Experts: We collaborate with medical specialists, forensic engineers, and other experts to prove the extent of your injuries and establish the property owner’s negligence.
- Calculating Full Damages: We meticulously calculate all your past, present, and future damages to ensure we demand the full compensation you deserve.
- Negotiation: We handle all communications and negotiations with the insurance companies, fighting back against lowball settlement offers.
- Trial Preparation: While most cases settle, we prepare every case as if it will go to trial. We are fierce litigators, and we are always ready to fight for you in court if a fair settlement cannot be reached.
- Securing Your Settlement or Verdict: Our ultimate goal is to achieve a successful resolution that provides for your recovery and secures your future.
Why Choose Us to Represent You in Los Angeles?
When you choose The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker, you are choosing a firm that is deeply rooted in the Los Angeles community.
- Over 50 Years Serving LA: We have been fighting for Angelenos since 1972.
- Multilingual Team: Our diverse team speaks multiple languages to serve all communities in Los Angeles.
- Neighborhood Familiarity: We know the courts, the judges, and the local landscape, giving you a distinct advantage.
- Proven Results: We have recovered over $2 billion for our clients. Our track record speaks for itself.
- Full-Service Support: We help you navigate every step, from connecting you with medical providers to handling all the paperwork.
- Personalized Attention: You are not just a case number to us. We provide the compassionate, personal attention you deserve.
Speak with our Legal team now. Call us at 562-620-5912.
What Our Clients Say
Legal representation is easy to find; true commitment is not. We approach every case with exceptional focus and determination, and the trust our clients give us shows how deeply we care about their healing.
“I am very happy with the work Ron Beck has put into my case and for his educating me on minors’ compromise. If I ever get into an accident again, I will make sure to give them a call.” – Tabatha H.
Premises Liability Attorney Near Me
We proudly represent clients throughout Los Angeles County, including Downtown LA, West LA, the San Fernando Valley, the South Bay, East Los Angeles, and beyond. No matter where you are in LA, we are here to assist you.
Central Los Angeles & Core Business Hubs
- Downtown Los Angeles (DTLA)
- Century City
- Mid-Wilshire / Miracle Mile
- Koreatown
Westside & The “Silicon Beach” Corridor
- Beverly Hills
- Santa Monica
- Culver City
- Playa Vista
- Westwood
- Malibu
San Fernando Valley (The Valley) & North County
- Burbank
- Studio City / Sherman Oaks
- Woodland Hills / Warner Center
- Santa Clarita
South Bay & Harbor Area
- Torrance
- El Segundo / LAX Corridor
- Long Beach
- Inglewood
- San Pedro
San Gabriel Valley (SGV) & Northeast
- Pasadena
- Glendale
- Alhambra / Monterey Park
- East Los Angeles (Unincorporated Area Focus)
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I were partially at fault for the accident?
California follows a “comparative negligence” rule. This means you can still recover damages even if you were partially at fault, but your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you were found to be 20% at fault, your award would be reduced by 20%.
Do I need a police report to file a claim?
While a police or incident report is valuable evidence, it is not strictly required to file a claim. However, having an official report can significantly strengthen your case.
What if the accident happened at a friend’s home?
You can still file a claim. In most cases, the claim goes through your friend’s homeowner’s insurance, not their personal finances. These claims are very common and do not put your relationship at risk.
What if the property owner fixed the hazard after my accident?
You can still file a claim. Repairs made after your injury may actually support your case by showing the hazard was dangerous and needed correction.
Can I still bring a claim if I wasn’t supposed to be on the property?
Possibly. Property owners owe different duties depending on whether you were a guest, customer, or trespasser. Even trespassers may have rights if the hazard was extremely dangerous or the owner acted recklessly.
Can I still file a claim if my symptoms appeared days after the accident?
Yes. It is common for injuries, especially soft tissue or brain injuries, to have delayed symptoms. It is vital to seek medical attention as soon as you notice any pain or symptoms and contact an attorney to discuss your case.
How much does it cost to hire your firm?
We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay absolutely nothing unless we win your case. You will never pay any upfront fees. Our fee is simply a percentage of the compensation we secure for you. We don’t get paid until you get paid.
Get the Justice You Deserve Today
You don’t have to face this challenge alone. Let our experienced Los Angeles premises liability lawyers fight for the maximum compensation you are owed. We are ready to stand by your side.
- Free Case Evaluation
- No Fees Unless We Win
- 24/7 Availability
You’re not alone in this. Contact us today at 562-620-5912 or complete our online form to get the support you need.
