Bakersfield Premises Liability Lawyer

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$10,000,000

Wrongful Termination

$6,700,000

Jury Verdict in Los Angeles County Superior Court for a $15/hr employee fired only because she was a pregnant Mexican woman who needed a handful of days off to give birth to her baby. Click here to learn more about this case.

$5,000,000

Construction Accident

$4,700,000

Hospital Employee Fired

$4,000,000

$4,000,000 Arbitration win for a sales associate at a major retail chain for workplace sexual assault. Click here to learn more about this case.

$3,400,000

Healthcare System

$3,320,000

Wrongful Termination

$3,451,220

Wrongful Termination

$3,000,000

Premises Liability Accident

$2,800,000

Class Action

$2,500,000

Traumatic Brain Injury

$1,500,000

Wrongful Termination

$1,500,000

Trip & Fall Accident

$1,475,000

Wrongful Termination

$1,403,697

Wrongful Termination

$1,325,000

$10.50 per hour fast food worker sexually harassed by manager who quit when nothing was done to stop it.

$1,250,000

$12.50/hr. temp. staffing agency worker fired after becoming pregnant.

$1,225,000

$1.225 million verdict for a rear-end car crash with $100 in property damage.

$1,100,000

$1.1 million for wrongful termination because of sick son.

$1,010,000

$1.01 million for a disabled worker who was wrongfully terminated by his employer.

$1,000,000

Settlement for a woman who required a neck surgery because of an injury on a property.

$1,000,000

5 year employee out on medical leave for about 2 years loses his job when he attempts to return to work from medical leave.

$1,000,000

$1 million settlement for Uber/Lyft/rideshare car crash.

$1,000,000

$1 million settlement for motorcycle crash victim suffering from a brain injury.

$934,000

For Wrongful Termination While on Medical Leave

$930,000

Settlement for Disability-Related Wrongful Termination

$850,000

Class action settlement for fast food employees deprived of full wages earned.

$825,000

Settlement for Pregnancy & Disability-Related Wrongful Termination

$775,000

For Employee Fired While on a Pregnancy-Related Leave of Absence

$765,000

5 month employee earning $12/hr fired for missing time for work related to a disability.

$750,000

Verdict for Premises Liability

$700,000

For Car Accident With a $45k Best Offer

$500,000

Settlement for Disability Related Wrongful Termination

$443,000

For Wrongful Termination Related to Medical Leave of Absence

$375,000

For Employee Not Allowed to Return to Work After Brief Medical Leave

$315,000

To Restaurant Employees for Off the Clock Work

$300,000

For Employee Fired for Having Permanent Disability

$300,000

For Missed Lunch Breaks and Termination Based on Eye Condition (Disability)

$300,000

For Permanently Disabled Employee

$285,000

For Sexual Harassment

$280,000

Settlement for Slip and Fall

$275,000

For Employee Not Permitted to Return to Work While Disabled

$250,000

Settlement for Injury at Apartment Complex

$210,000

For Employee Fired After Presenting Her Doctor’s Report Upon Returning From Medical Leave

$175,000

For Wrongful Termination of Disabled Worker

$160,000

To Restaurant Employees for Rest and Meal Break Violations

$160,000

For Employee on Pregnancy Leave

$150,000

For Landscaper Fired for Taking Time-off for Surgery

$150,000

For Employee Fired After Requesting Time Off to Nurse an Injury

$150,000

For Factory Worker Replaced While on Year Long Medical Leave of Absence

$135,000

For Employee Fired for Taking Pregnancy Leave

$135,000

For Wage & Hour Disputes

$135,000

For Employee Fired While on Extended Medical Leave

$125,000

Employee Not Allowed to Work With Disability

$120,000

For Overtime, Rest and Lunch Break Violations Against Client Who Worked as Dishwasher.

$105,000

For 59 Year Old Cook Fired for Age

$105,000

For Employee on Work Restrictions Fired for Having an Expired Work Permit

$100,000

For Parking Attendant Fired for Missing Work Because of His Diabetes

$100,000

For Employee Fired for Performance Issues While on Medical Leave

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Bakersfield Premises Liability Lawyer

You may wonder about your remedies when you are hurt on someone else’s property. You may have a premises liability claim if your injury is due to the property owner’s negligence. Whether the property owner will be responsible for your injuries depends on whether they fulfilled their duty of care to keep their property safe for others. Having a duty of care means property owners are required to ensure their property is safe for legal visitors and sometimes even for trespassers.

If you were injured because a property owner breached their duty of care, you might be entitled to damages related to those injuries, which you can pursue with help from a knowledgeable personal injury attorney. Generally, property owners must fix known hazards on their property. However, the law also takes a reasonable approach, recognizing that people cannot immediately remedy hazards. In many situations, property owners can fulfill their duty by adequately warning people of the hazards. A Bakersfield premises liability lawyer could help you find out more about these claims.

Common Accidents and Injuries on Dangerous Property

Bakersfield property owners are legally obligated to maintain reasonably safe conditions for visitors. Their specific obligations depend on the type of property and whether the person on their property is there legally. Premises liability lawsuits often stem from accidents on commercial properties (like stores and restaurants), but they can also be related to incidents in private residences.

Our premises liability lawyers in Bakersfield pursue compensation for clients injured in:

Slip and fall accidents: Grocery stores, restaurants, and retail shops are frequent locations for these injuries. Hazards include wet floors, spilled liquids, or freshly waxed surfaces without proper warning signs.
Trip and fall incidents: Uneven pavement, cracked sidewalks, potholes in parking lots, and poorly maintained staircases all create tripping hazards. Elderly visitors and those with mobility issues are especially at risk.
Inadequate security cases: Owners of property in areas with known or likely criminal activity need to provide reasonable protection against foreseeable crimes. Poor lighting or a lack of security personnel can lead to assaults, robberies, and other violent incidents.
Swimming pool accidents: Property owners must have proper fencing, gates, and safety equipment around pools, especially when children live in or frequently visit the area. If they fail to take these precautions, they can be held liable for drowning deaths, near-drownings, and diving injuries.
Dog bite injuries: With few exceptions, dog owners in California are typically liable when their pet attacks someone else. This is true even if the dog has no history of aggression or previous attacks.
Elevator and escalator accidents: Property owners are responsible for scheduling regular maintenance and prompt repairs to prevent accidents. They may be held liable when someone suffers an injury or death due to negligent maintenance.

The circumstances surrounding your injury matter greatly in determining liability. Our attorneys can help you understand how the law applies to your case.

Three of the most common premises liability claims handled by our lawyers in Bakersfield are slip-and-fall accidents, animal bites, and negligent security claims. Slip-and-falls look at the physical condition of the property. Animal bites look at whether a person had a pet that bit someone. Negligent security claims look at security measures. These three types of cases highlight the complexities of the duty of care. A property must be safe on all fronts, not just one.

Types of Visitors to Property

Determining whether a property owner has a duty of care for a person depends on whether the visitor was on the property legally or illegally. Business invitees, social guests, and people legally on the property to fulfill other duties all deserve protection, or at least a warning, about potential hazards.

Trespassers are people illegally on the property. Generally, a property owner’s duty to trespassers is limited to refraining from intentionally harming them. However, if there is an attractive nuisance on the property, the property owner may have a higher duty to some visitors, particularly children. Our premises liability lawyers in Bakersfield can help individuals understand the duty of care in particular circumstances.

Who Owes Visitors a Duty of Care

In premises liability cases, people often talk about property owners. However, property owners may not be the ones who control the actual property. They could have delegated control to property managers, leased the property to tenants, or arranged for someone else to safely maintain the property. These agreements will not necessarily relieve the property owner of their duty. Still, they can complicate a premise liability claim because it introduces third parties.

Determining whether someone owed visitors a duty of care requires examining the property owner’s degree of control over the property, their awareness or potential awareness of the hazard, the frequency of visitors, the risk of serious injury, and whether the owner could have promptly taken steps to prevent the harm. Typically, the more relevant factors there are, the more probable it is that the court will determine the property owner had a duty of care. Conversely, if only one or two factors are present, the court might decide that no duty existed, which would rule out the possibility of a premises liability claim.

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WE HANDLE A WIDE RANGE OF PERSONAL INJURY CASES, INCLUDING:

Bicycle Accident

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Birth Injury

Bus Accidents

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Car Accidents

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Catastrophic Injury

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Construction Accident

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Dog Bites

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Medical Malpractice

Motorcycle Accidents

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Nursing Home Abuse

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Sexual Abuse

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Common Premises Liability Claims

Be Aware of Time Limits For Filing Premises Liability Claims

California law gives injured victims two years from the date of the accident to file a premises liability lawsuit. If the injury was not immediately apparent, the clock may begin on the date the injury was discovered. Claims against a government entity, such as a city-owned property, require a government tort claim to be filed within six months of the incident. Missing these deadlines will almost certainly bar you from recovering any compensation, regardless of how strong your case may be. A Bakersfield premises liability attorney can help ensure all filings are completed on time.

What to Do After Being Injured on Dangerous Property

The actions you take immediately following an injury on someone else’s property can have a significant impact on your claim. Taking the right steps early helps preserve evidence and strengthens your case:

Seek medical attention right away, even if the injury appears minor at the time
Document the scene by taking photographs of the hazard that caused your injury
Get the names and contact information for any individuals who witnessed the accident
Tell the property owner or manager about the accident and ask them to create a written report
Keep records of all medical treatment, receipts, and any correspondence related to the incident
Limit what you say to insurance adjusters and politely refuse to give an official/recorded statement before speaking with an attorney

Finally, contact a premises liability lawyer in Bakersfield at LNN as soon as possible to preserve critical evidence and protect your legal rights.

Types of Damages Recoverable in a Premises Liability Case

Victims injured on another person’s property may be entitled to compensation for a range of losses:

Economic damages cover measurable financial harm, including medical bills, future treatment costs, lost wages, and reduced earning capacity.
Non-economic damages address the more personal impact of an injury, such as physical pain, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.
In cases involving especially reckless or egregious conduct by a property owner, punitive damages may also be available. A skilled attorney can evaluate your specific situation and identify the full value of your claim.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS A PERSONAL INJURY?

Personal injury cases are some of the most common civil litigation cases—also known as “tort actions” or “lawsuits”—in the United States. They are filed by individuals who have experienced bodily injury, pain and suffering, and sometimes property damage in an accident caused by a negligent third party. These claims can also be filed for intentional harm or defamation of character by a third party.

DO I NEED TO HIRE A PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY?

While you are not required to have an attorney to file a claim, having an attorney can make a significant difference in your claim. A personal injury attorney has a deep understanding of the claims process and can help you navigate the complexities of the law. Your attorney can also help you level the playing field with insurers and can tell you whether you are receiving the maximum compensation to which you are legally entitled.

I HAVE BEEN INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT – WHAT DO I DO NEXT?

If you have been injured in an accident that was no fault of your own, there are steps you should take to ensure you are compensated for costs related to the incident. Taking quick action after your accident can profoundly affect your personal injury claim or lawsuit. After being involved in an accident, you should: Seek medical attention for your injuries, even if symptoms are not immediately apparent. Keep a record of your injuries and note any complications that arise because of your injuries. Report the incident as soon as possible after it occurs. Record detailed descriptions and notes about the facts of the incident. Keep receipts of medication and medical care you received Contact an experienced personal injury attorney in Los Angeles who can help you navigate your claim.

WILL MY PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM GO TO TRIAL?

Not all personal injury claims make it to court. In fact, a majority of injury cases are settled without having to litigate. What’s the difference between a settlement and going to trial? What are the pros and cons of each? There are two ways in which compensation can be awarded to you for your claim: through a settlement or by going to trial. There are pros and cons to each. When your claim is settled, the compensation for your claim is decided outside of court, usually through negotiations between lawyers.

HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO FILE A PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM?

In California, you have two years to file a personal injury claim against an individual or non-government entity. If the injury is not immediately known, you have one year from the date the injury is discovered. If you’ve suffered injuries from an accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence, you should act quickly to ensure you are able to recover compensation for your losses.

Notifying Insurance Companies

You should notify your insurance company and the responsible party’s insurance company as soon as possible after your accident. Most insurance companies request that you file your claim within 24 – 48 hours after your accident. When you file a personal injury insurance claim, you are requesting that the at-fault party’s insurance pay for the losses you suffered as a result of your accident, and the compensation amount is determined during negotiations. Seeking Compensation You can get financial compensation in two ways: filing a personal injury insurance claim or filing a personal injury lawsuit. Generally, compensation can be sought for two types of damages: economic and non-economic. Economic damages are those with a measurable monetary value, such as medical expenses and lost wages. On the other hand, non-economic damages refer to losses that cannot be easily quantified, such as pain and suffering or emotional distress. It is important to understand the types of damages available in your case so that you can seek compensation for all of your related losses. Soon after your accident, contact a knowledgeable personal injury attorney in Los Angeles who can explain the time limits to you and help you get the compensation you deserve.

ARE THERE PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS NEAR ME?

Our firm is located in downtown Los Angeles. We can take all personal injury cases based in California.

Talk to a Bakersfield Premises Liability Lawyer

Sustaining an injury on someone else’s property can get complicated very quickly. Generally, a property owner must be negligent to be financially responsible for an injury. Negligence requires breaching a duty of reasonable care as it relates to hazards around the property. When that negligence exists, you may be entitled to compensatory damages that cover economic and non-economic losses.

Fortunately, most premise liability claims are covered by insurance. Having a lawyer to negotiate with their insurer can help the process go more smoothly and preserve relationships if you were injured on a family member’s property. For more details, schedule a consultation with a Bakersfield premises liability lawyer.

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