In California, property owners have a legal duty to anticipate, identify, and address potential safety hazards on their premises. They are obligated to maintain reasonably safe conditions for visitors, tenants, and guests. While landlords or tenants are not automatically liable for every incident that occurs on their property, they may be held legally responsible if an accident or injury results from their failure to uphold this duty. If you have suffered an injury on another party’s property, the attorneys at The Cali Law Firm are prepared to provide the legal representation you need.

Under California premises liability law, the term “premises” refers to any land, structure, or location that is owned, leased, or lawfully occupied by an individual or entity with a vested interest in the property. Property owners—including businesses, municipalities, and private individuals—may be held liable for injuries occurring on their premises if the injured party can establish the following:

• The property owner’s actions or inaction created the hazardous condition that led to the injury.
• The owner was aware of the dangerous condition but failed to take appropriate steps to remedy the issue or prevent an accident.
• The owner should have reasonably known about the hazard through regular inspections and maintenance.
• The dangerous condition directly caused the injury.

Property owners have both a legal and ethical duty to either repair hazardous conditions or provide adequate warnings to prevent harm. By law, they must regularly inspect their premises for any dangers that could pose a risk to visitors. If a property owner fails to meet this obligation, they may be held financially responsible for injuries that result from unsafe conditions they knew or should have known about.

At The Cali Law Firm, our attorneys have successfully handled numerous premises liability claims. If you believe another party’s negligence caused your injuries, we are here to help. Seeking legal counsel is especially crucial if you were injured as:

• A customer, client, patient, or patron in a business establishment
• A guest or visitor in someone’s home
• A tourist at a public or private attraction
• A delivery driver or repair service provider
• In certain cases, even a trespasser may have legal rights

If you have suffered an injury due to unsafe property conditions, do not hesitate to contact The Cali Law Firm today for a consultation. Our experienced attorneys are committed to holding negligent property owners accountable and securing the compensation you deserve.