Property owners have a number of obligations under the law. One of those obligations is to ensure that their properties are safe for those who lawfully visit the premises. This can include ensuring that visitors to the property are protected against any criminal activity. Unfortunately, each year property owners are negligent in this regard and sometimes as a result innocent people are seriously injured in attacks in Miami Beach and surrounding areas.
A personal injury attorney can help you find all liable parties if you have been attacked and can help you pursue any compensation that you may be eligible for under the law. For example, if your injury occurred on a commercial or business property or in an apartment complex or condo, you may have a premises liability claim in Miami Beach if there was inadequate security that contributed to the crime taking place. You can pursue compensation for medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. In addition to pursuing justice in this way, pursuing a premises liability claim ensures you have the resources to heal from your injuries and it ensures that property owners take steps to install adequate security so that others are not injured in the same way. If you would like to discuss your case with a personal injury attorney, you can always reach Flaxman Law Group for a free accident consultation.
Types of Premises Liability CasesThere are many types of premises liability cases. One of these involves legal action that can be taken against the property owner if the property owner incorrectly maintains their property and this leads to an accident, such as a slip and fall accident. However, property owners also have a duty to provide adequate security. When a crime occurs on their property due to lack of adequate security, they may be held liable for some of the damages.
Premises Liability Can Mean Financial DistressA serious crime, such as a sexual assault or mugging, leaves not only fear and distress in its wake, but can also lead to very real physical injuries and financial distress for the survivor. In many cases, survivors find that pursuing a legal claim that helps them recover compensation that can help pay for the financial reality of being seriously injured in a crime. With financial compensation in hand, victims can pursue counseling and get quality medical care for any injuries they have suffered. They can also replace lost income if they have had to lose time away from work as a result of their injuries. Pursuing a legal claim also holds negligent property owners accountable and ensures that property owners take steps to keep their premises safe. Unfortunately, in some cases it takes legal action and the threat of financial loss to ensure that property owners do the right thing and protect those visiting their property. Pursuing a legal claim can also help a survivor of a serious crime get some closure and answers in their case.
The attorneys at Flaxman Law Group have worked with many survivors of serious crimes who have expressed the importance pursuing justice. They have stated that knowing that they have prevented even one crime makes the process well worth it. If you would like to find out more about what can be done in your case, you can always reach Flaxman Law Group for a free, no obligation consultation.