Tag: Premisis Liability

Supreme Court of Texas Reaffirms Strict Constructive‑Notice Standard in Slip‑and‑Fall Cases

Steven Moreno | Cozen O’Connor Overview In a significant decision for premises owners and occupiers, the Supreme Court of Texas has reaffirmed (and strictly enforced) the evidentiary burden plaintiffs must meet to establish constructive notice in slip‑and‑fall cases. In H‑E‑B, L.P. v. Marissa Peterson, the Court held that evidence of prior roof leaks elsewhere in a… Continue reading Supreme Court of Texas Reaffirms Strict Constructive‑Notice Standard in Slip‑and‑Fall Cases

Is Premises Liability The Same As Negligence?

Taylor Rodney Marks | Ward and Smith In today’s world, we travel all the time. We shop at grocery stores and department stores, we take walks on the sidewalks in our neighborhoods, and we go to large events, such as concerts or weddings, at various venues. But what happens when a condition on someone else’s… Continue reading Is Premises Liability The Same As Negligence?

Dealing with Wrongful Death Issues in Slip and Fall Claims

Seary Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley Slip and fall accidents in Florida are frequently underestimated because the term “slip and fall” sounds relatively minor. Our minds tend to create images of slipping, falling onto our floor, and standing back up, albeit a bit more slowly, with a few curse words and maybe a bruise for our… Continue reading Dealing with Wrongful Death Issues in Slip and Fall Claims

Expansion of Premises Liability for Construction Owners

Marcus Miller and Ryan T. Kinder | Bradley Arant Boult Cummings A property owner is generally liable for hazards on the property that injure others. On construction projects, this presents a significant risk for owners because there are always multiple hazards present, and the owner, generally, has very little control or knowledge of all the… Continue reading Expansion of Premises Liability for Construction Owners

Expansion of Premises Liability for Construction Owners

Ryan T. Kinder and Marcus Miller | Buildsmart A property owner is generally liable for hazards on the property that injure others. On construction projects, this presents a significant risk for owners because there are always multiple hazards present, and the owner, generally, has very little control or knowledge of all the work being performed.… Continue reading Expansion of Premises Liability for Construction Owners