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Premise Liability Claims 317-881-2700<\/p><\/div>Slip, trip, and fall accidents are complicated. There are so many variables that can lead to such accidents and injuries. One of the most common causes of slip and fall accidents involve property code violations. When a commercial or rental property is not up to code, there are not only potential legal consequences, but safety concerns as well. It is up to the municipalities (state and federal governments) to rule on and enforce proper building codes and standards to maintain safety. <\/p>\n
Commercial properties like grocery stores, offices, and movie theaters, are legally obligated to maintain a safe and hazard-free environment at all times. This ordinance falls under premise liability law. For rental properties like townhomes, apartments, and condos, there is also a responsibility to maintain a premise that is both \u201cup to code\u201d and hazard-free; but who that responsibility falls on can sometimes be unclear. <\/p>\n
For rental properties, most often the lease will define every detail of tenant and landlord responsibilities in terms of safety and maintenance. It is common for the tenant to be responsible for maintenance like snow and ice removal on personal sidewalks and driveways, but it is also common for condominium and apartment property management companies to provide professional landscaping and snow service for a monthly HOA (Home Owners\u2019 Association) fee. <\/p>\n
It is important to always discuss premise liability with your landlord or review the terms laid out in your lease. As for business owners, review some common building code violations that can not only cause slip, trip, and fall accidents, but hold you liable for a victim\u2019s injuries and damages. <\/p>\n
Building Code Violations and Hazards<\/h1>\n
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Premise Liability Claims 317-881-2700<\/p><\/div>Most slip and fall accidents can be prevented, but if certain precautions are not taken, a property can quickly become a hazardous environment. If you are aware of which code violations and dangers to look for, you can better protect yourself from a potential slip and fall accident. But if you are a property owner, it is more important to make sure your premises is properly maintained and safe at all times. <\/p>\n
Common Building Code Violations:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\tUn-Shoveled Snow and Ice on Sidewalks If you were recently injured as a result of a slip and fall accident on someone else\u2019s property, you may not be responsible for your own damages and losses. Talk to a licensed personal injury attorney about your slip and fall accident as soon as possible. You may be entitled to legal compensation for pain, suffering, medical bills, time off work, and much more.<\/p>\n Personal Injury Attorneys Indianapolis 317-881-2700<\/p><\/div>Call Craven, Hoover, and Blazek P.C. at 317-881-2700<\/strong> to schedule a free initial consultation with a seasoned slip and fall lawyer in Indianapolis<\/strong>, Indiana. Attorneys Daniel Craven<\/a>, Ralph Hoover, and Keith Blazek have many years of experience representing victims of slip, trip, and fall accidents<\/strong>. We work around the clock to make sure we recover the full and fair compensation you deserve after sustaining serious slip and fall injuries. Call 317-881-2700 today for information about filing a personal injury claim in Indianapolis, IN.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Slip, trip, and fall accidents are complicated. There are so many variables that can lead to such accidents and injuries. One of the most common causes of slip and fall accidents involve property code violations. When a commercial or rental … Continue reading
\n\u2022\tSnow and Ice Left on Floors w\/o Visible Warning
\n\u2022\tUneven Curbs or Sidewalks
\n\u2022\tWarped Stairs or Steps
\n\u2022\tCrumbling Steps
\n\u2022\tBroken Stairwells
\n\u2022\tMissing or Broken Stair Rails or Handles
\n\u2022\tPoorly-Lit Sidewalks or Stairwells
\n\u2022\tImproper Placement of Downspouts Causing Water and Ice Accumulation
\n\u2022\tLack of Slip-Resistant Mats for Slippery Floors
\n\u2022\tUnmarked Construction Zones
\n\u2022\tAnd More<\/font><\/p>\nCraven, Hoover, and Blazek P.C.<\/h2>\n
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