A: Even during private events, property owners are responsible for unsafe conditions. If you were invited as a guest, the host has a duty to keep their property in a safe condition. This can include making repairs to known hazards, warning guests about any dangers, and ensuring common areas are well-lit and secure.
New Orleans Premises Liability Lawyer
New Orleans Premises Liability Attorney
If you’ve been injured because of unsafe conditions on somebody else’s property, and you’re not sure what to do next, it might be time to talk with a New Orleans premises liability lawyer.
At Gainsburgh, Benjamin, David, Meunier & Warshauer, L.L.C., we help injury victims hold negligent property owners accountable and fight for the compensation they deserve.
About Us
At Gainsburgh, Benjamin, David, Meunier & Warshauer, L.L.C., we bring over 70 years of experience to every case we handle. Since 1949, our New Orleans-based attorneys have represented injured clients across a wide range of legal matters, including premises liability, medical malpractice, maritime injuries, and complex commercial litigation.
We understand the duties property owners owe to the public, and we’re well-versed in the legal challenges these cases present.
Our attorneys are recognized leaders in the legal community and hold leadership roles in bar associations at the local, state, and federal levels. We also frequently lecture at legal seminars to educate fellow attorneys and judges. Notably, three of our former partners have gone on to serve as judges in federal, state, and appellate courts — a testament to the integrity, experience, and respect our firm has earned throughout Louisiana and beyond.
What Is Premises Liability?
Premises liability is an area of personal injury law that holds property owners responsible when someone gets hurt because of a dangerous condition on the property.
With 62 million people injured in 2023, over 42,000 people struck by falling objects, and falls accounting for 865 worker deaths in 2022, it’s no wonder that if the property owner knew, or should have known, about the problem and didn’t fix it or warn people, they can be held legally accountable.
In Louisiana, these cases hinge on whether the hazard was unreasonably dangerous, whether the owner had a chance to do something about it, and whether the dangerous condition directly caused your injury.
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Common Types of Premises Liability Cases We Handle
At Gainsburgh, Benjamin, David, Meunier & Warshauer, L.L.C., we’ve seen how quickly a routine visit to a store, hotel, or apartment complex can turn into a serious injury. Our team handles a wide variety of premises liability cases, including:
- Slips and falls
- Negligent security
- Accidents in swimming pools
- Elevator and escalator injuries
- Falling objects and structural failures
- Dog bites or animal attacks
No matter how or where your injury happened, if it was caused by someone else’s failure to keep their property in a safe condition, you could have a case. Our attorneys are ready to investigate, gather evidence, and fight for the recompense you deserve.
Damages Available in a Premises Liability Claim
When you’re injured on somebody else’s property, you could be facing medical bills, time off work, and a disruption to your daily life. A premises liability claim gives you the chance to seek compensation for the full scope of those losses. You could be entitled to compensation for:
- Medical expenses (current and future)
- Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Disability or disfigurement
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Every case is different, and the damages you’re entitled to depend on the details of your situation. At Gainsburgh, Benjamin, David, Meunier & Warshauer, L.L.C., we fight to make sure your recovery reflects the true cost of what you’ve been through — physically, financially, and emotionally.
Why You Should Choose Gainsburgh, Benjamin, David, Meunier & Warshauer, L.L.C.
Gainsburgh, Benjamin, David, Meunier & Warshauer, L.L.C., is a local firm that’s spent decades litigating personal injury claims in New Orleans, and we’re deeply familiar with the nuances of state law and the tendencies of local courts.
We regularly handle cases in Orleans Parish Civil District Court, Jefferson Parish 24th Judicial District Court, and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana. This means we’re knowledgeable about local court procedures, jury tendencies, and regional property codes, and this allows us to tailor arguments for more favorable outcomes.
We pride ourselves on keeping clients informed and empowered, so when you work with us, you’re not just hiring a lawyer, you’re gaining a trusted advocate with a long-standing presence in the New Orleans legal community.
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If you suffered a serious injury because a property owner was negligent, don’t wait. At Gainsburgh, Benjamin, David, Meunier & Warshauer, L.L.C., we have the experience and local insight to help you pursue the recompense you deserve.
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.
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