Premises Liability
Premises Liability Frequently Asked Questions
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What is “Premises Liability”?

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When is a property owner responsible for injuries and damages?

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What about my medical expenses?

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What if I have difficulty getting treatment without personal health insurance?

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What happens if a property owner uses deadly force, claiming to defend their property?

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My teenager delivers fast food, using my car. Does my insurance cover me if she has an accident while working?

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Is there another way to pay medical bills if the store or property owner wasn’t at fault?

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What happens after I report injuries to the property owner, or his representative (such as a store manager)?

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Why involve an attorney, particularly if I trust the owner?

 
Contact a Iowa premises liability lawyer representing clients in Cedar Rapids, Iowa today to schedule your free initial consultation."
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When is a property owner responsible for injuries and damages?
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This will depend on who was negligent. If the property is in disrepair, and the owner should have known about the damage, it is highly possible they are responsible.  Owners may also be responsible when an employee that is working in behalf of the owner causes injuries, false arrests and other complaints. It may also depend on whether you were invited on the property or not. If you are injured in a retail store, you were invited to shop there. Inspecting a construction area when no one is around, you probably were not invited.  Children injured, whether invited or not, may be able to receive compensation for their injuries. Stores are under specific laws that require that notices be placed for certain hazards, such as wet floors. Consulting with an experienced Premises Liability attorney will assist in verifying your rights to receive compensation for your claims.

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