Serving South Carolina After Premises Liability Injuries

Imagine this: you are taking a walk, and suddenly, you trip and fall on a broken sidewalk. Or perhaps you are shopping in a store when you slip on a wet floor. These unexpected events can lead to painful injuries, emotional distress and financial burdens. You may need to file a premises liability claim to recover compensation for your damages.

When facing such challenges, you need a strong advocate who can stand up for you. At Hurley Law PA, we provide unwavering support and guidance, helping you seek justice and fair compensation for your suffering. Founded in 2019 by attorney Sarah Hurley, we are a Greenville-based law firm committed to representing individuals and entities who have suffered injuries due to the negligence or malpractice of others. Sarah Hurley brings over 35 years of experience to the table, tirelessly advocating for her clients’ rights and ensuring their voices are heard.

Understanding Premises Liability Law

Premises liability is the legal obligation that a property owner has to people on their premises to keep conditions safe. This responsibility extends to various types of properties, including:

• Businesses: Stores, restaurants, hotels and other commercial establishments have a duty to ensure their premises are safe for customers and invitees.
• Homes: Homeowners also have a responsibility to keep their homes safe for guests, visitors and even trespassers in certain circumstances.
• Schools: Schools and other educational institutions must provide a safe learning environment for students, staff and visitors.
• Public buildings: Federal, state and local government properties must maintain a safe environment for visitors, workers and others.

The duty of care owed to an individual depends on their status on the property. Invitees – for example, customers – have the right to the highest duty of care. Guests or licensees in a home receive the second-highest duty of care. Trespassers are owed the lowest duty of care; sometimes, they are not owed any duty of care.

How We Help Injury Survivors

Our premises liability lawyer provides comprehensive legal services to individuals who have been injured on someone else’s property due to negligence. She has handled numerous complex, challenging premises liability cases and is prepared to guide you through every step of the legal process. Our services include:

• Slip-and-falls: We represent individuals who suffered injuries from slips, trips and falls caused by hazardous conditions on someone else’s property. This includes falls caused by wet floors, icy sidewalks, uneven surfaces and other hazards.
• Dog bites: After a dog bite injury, we seek compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other damages. We are committed to holding negligent dog owners accountable.
• Cracked pavement: We help people who have been injured due to poorly maintained sidewalks, parking lots and other paved surfaces. This includes injuries caused by cracks, potholes and uneven pavement.
• Inadequate security: Individuals who have been victims of crimes due to lax security on someone else’s property may have a premises liability case. We can help.
• Unsafe staircases: We represent individuals who have been injured due to unsafe staircases, including those with missing or broken handrails, inadequate lighting, or slippery surfaces. We understand the serious injuries that can result from staircase accidents and are dedicated to holding negligent property owners responsible.
• Slippery floors: We assist individuals who have been injured due to slippery floors in businesses, homes and other properties. This includes falls caused by wet floors, spills, recently mopped or waxed floors, and other hazardous conditions.

With decades of experience handling personal injury cases, Sarah Hurley possesses the knowledge and litigation skills necessary to build a strong case on your behalf. She knows the nuances of South Carolina law and is a fierce advocate for her clients, fighting tirelessly to secure the compensation they deserve.

Do I Have A Premises Liability Case?

Not every injury on someone else’s property will lead to an actionable personal injury claim. To determine if you have a valid premises liability claim, you need to show several factors. These are:

1. Duty of care: The property owner must have owed you a duty of care, meaning they had a legal obligation to you as an invitee, licensee or even a trespasser in certain circumstances.
2. Breach of duty: The property owner must have breached their duty of care by failing to take reasonable steps to prevent the hazardous condition that caused your injury. This could include failing to repair a broken sidewalk or warning of a wet floor.

In her time as a premises liability attorney, Sarah Hurley has proven these criteria time and time again. She puts together a cohesive case using the evidence at hand. Then, she fights exhaustively for you until she recovers the maximum compensation available.

Ask More: Consult A Caring Greenville Attorney

At Hurley Law PA, we offer the compassion, allyship and tenacity that you deserve from the beginning to the end of your legal challenge. To schedule your initial consultation with Sarah Hurley, please call 864-641-7990 or use our online contact form today.