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Common types of premises liability claims in Mississippi

On Behalf of | Apr 29, 2022 | Premises Liability

If you’re injured while on someone else’s property, you may have grounds for a premises liability claim. Premises liability law holds property owners and occupiers responsible for injuries that occur on their property. There are many different types of premises liability claims, and each one gets governed by a different set of laws.

Slip-and-fall claims

These claims occur when a property owner or occupier fails to maintain their property in a safe condition, causing someone to slip and fall. There are three primary causes of slip-and-fall accidents:

  • Wet floor accidents: These occur when there is water or some other liquid on the floor that was not cleaned up.
  • Uneven surface accidents: These occur when there is an uneven surface, such as a hole or crack in the floor.
  • Foreign substance accidents: These occur when there is a foreign substance on the floor, such as oil or grease.

Dog bite claims

This kind of premises liability claim might occur after a person gets bitten by a dog that’s owned by the property owner or occupier. In order to win a dog bite claim, the plaintiff must prove that the defendant knew or should have known that the dog was dangerous.

Elevator and escalator accident claims

These claims occur when someone gets injured while using an elevator or escalator. Elevator and escalator accidents can be caused by a variety of different things, including malfunctioning equipment, inadequate maintenance and improper design.

Swimming pool accident claims

These claims occur when someone gets injured while using a swimming pool. Swimming pool accidents can be caused by a variety of different things, including improper maintenance, inadequate safety features and defective equipment. For instance, if a diving board is not properly secured, it can collapse and cause serious injuries.

Toxic fumes and chemicals claims

These claims occur when someone gets exposed to toxic fumes or chemicals. Toxic exposure can occur in a variety of ways, such as through inhalation, skin contact or ingestion. Toxic exposure can lead to a variety of different health problems, including respiratory problems, cancer and birth defects.

As you can see, there are many different types of premises liability claims. If you have been injured while on someone else’s property, you may be able to receive compensation by filing such a claim.