Premises Liability: When Wisconsin Property Owners Or Businesses Are Negligent
Property owner liability laws in Wisconsin require property owners and businesses to keep their property and premises safe for visitors. If you suffered a slip-and-fall accident and need a premises liability lawyer, our personal injury attorneys at Kasieta Legal Group, LLC, have been serving the Madison community and clients throughout Wisconsin for decades.
When Injuries Happen On Someone Else’s Property
There are lots of ways that injuries happen on someone else’s property.
- Slip-and-fall or trip-and-fall accidents
- Swimming pool accidents or wrongful death actions for drownings
- Injuries at theme parks and entertainment venues
- Falling debris or equipment at construction sites
A property or business owner can also be liable for not providing adequate security or lighting in common areas in places like a hotel, apartment building or residential community.
Comparative Negligence Laws In Wisconsin
In the state of Wisconsin, premises liability cases apply comparative negligence principles. This means that if an injured individual’s actions contributed to the accident in any way, the damages they are entitled to recover are reduced by the percentage they contributed to the accident. If, for example, a plaintiff’s own actions were 20% responsible for their injuries, the amount they are entitled to recover in a lawsuit will be reduced 20% for their comparative negligence. If you believe that you may have a claim against a property owner for premises liability, our experienced personal injury lawyers can assess whether comparative negligence applies in your case.
Hold Property Owners Accountable – Contact A Madison Premises Liability Lawyer
A property owner’s negligence can leave you with serious injuries, medical bills and lost income. You shouldn’t have to carry that burden alone. Our Madison attorneys will be your fierce advocates, fighting for compensation you deserve. Contact us today for a , confidential consultation. You can call us at 608-291-9650 or by filling out our online form.