Georgia Apartment Injury Lawyer
Have you been hurt due to landlord negligence?
If you or a loved one have been injured at an apartment complex in the Atlanta area, we can help! You may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills and more.
Whether you were hurt at at your own residence, a friend’s or even on the job, you have rights! There are strict deadlines for filing a claim so call us now.
Injured While Visiting an Apartment Complex?
Apartment complexes are just like any other business: owners and management are responsible for the safety of guests and must do everything in their power to keep them safe from unreasonable harm. When you enter an apartment complex, it is the same as entering any other business. in that you have a right to expect to be kept reasonably safe. When they fail, the victim has the right to seek compensation.
Are You a Tenant Injured at Home?
Landlords have an obligation to maintain their properties. Common areas like pools, patios and recreational areas must be made safe for users. This goes for inside apartments as well. Landlords can no longer use lead paint inside dwellings and must disclose to tenants if it may have been used previously. If you have been the victim of lead paint or any other injury in your rental home, you should know your rights!
Get the Compensation You Need!
Georgia law states that when a property owner is negligent, they can be held responsible for medical bills and other costs associated with the victim's injuries. Sometimes it's hard to get the compensation you need due to insurance companies and legal departments trying to deny your injuries. That's why people turn to professional apartment injury lawyers like those at The Berry Law Group. Contact us right now and we will answer all of your questions,
What to do When You’re Hurt at an Apartment Complex
Many types of injuries can happen at an apartment complex. While simply tripping and falling in your or someone else's apartment does not qualify as the management's responsibility, many other common accidents do. Tripping on uneven carpeting in the hallway outside the apartment or falling down a poorly lit stairwell are both examples of apartment complex management negligence. Other common ways that apartment injuries can occur include:
Pool/Water Injuries
Pools, spas and hot tubs are inherently dangerous. They are a draw for children and can result in drowning injuries, if not secured. Other times, tenants or their guests can be injured or killed by broken pool equipment or drains. When a pool, hot tub or other water related object exists at an apartment complex, management and owners need to take every precaution to keep it safe. This means keeping access restricted and all equipment up-to-date. If you or a family member have suffered a water related accident, call us or click this link to learn more about Apartment Pool Accident Cases.
Slip and Falls
Apartment staff and management need to keep public areas of apartment complexes free of slip and trip hazards. Stairwells should be well lit and walkways should be free of objects and uneven surfaces. The entire property needs to be regularly inspected and any hazards reported by tenants should be fixed quickly. If a person gets hurt by a hazard that the staff should have been aware of, the victim may be able to get compensation for their injuries. Click the link to learn more about Apartment Slip and Fall Cases
Playground Injuries
Children are drawn to playgrounds and other brightly colored recreational items. As such, owners of this equipment have an obligation to keep it in good working order or otherwise keep access restricted. This includes keeping the ground underneath filled with wood chips or terrain that is soft for falling, keeping the equipment free from exposed nails and sharp objects, and keeping dangerous items like pools securely fenced in. If a child has access to a playground and gets seriously injured, the apartment management could be held liable. Click the link to learn more about Apartment Playground Injury Cases.
Other Accidents
In addition to physical hazards, apartment complexes have an obligation to keep tenants safe by making wise decisions on their behalf. In some cases, management fails to hire trustworthy staff who then commit crimes such as burglary or sexual assault. Apartments are also responsible for installing functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. When a malfunctioning appliance or faulty wiring is reported, management should be quick to fix it and hire certified professionals to handle electrical and plumbing problems. To learn more, click the link for Other Apartment Injury Cases.
If you or a family member have experienced an accident that could have been avoided had apartment management used more care, you need to speak to an Atlanta apartment accident lawyer. Call The Berry Law Group for a free consultation and we can get started helping you get the compensation that you deserve. Contact us right now by calling or completing the form below.