Kentucky Premises Liability Lawyers
Last updated on June 30, 2025
Premises liability cases involve the failure of a landowner to maintain safe conditions on their property that leads to the injury of another individual. Victims of premises liability injuries have rights and deserve to be defended when a reckless homeowner causes them harm by neglecting their property.
With an office in Crestview Hills, our Kentucky attorneys at FH Law are able to provide legal counsel to clients whose lives have been negatively impacted by careless property owners in Kenton County and Covington County. We can assist victims throughout the legal process and help them collect evidence to back up their claims while additionally compiling the information for a potential lawsuit.
Definition Of Premises Liability Under Kentucky Law
Landowners and homeowners have a legal responsibility to ensure that the conditions of their property are safe and free of hazards for potential visitors. Property owners in Kentucky who fail to uphold this legal obligation can be held liable for the injuries and suffering caused by their negligence and dangerous property conditions.
Responsibilities Of Property Owners To Maintain Safe Environments
Property owners possess a duty of care to ensure their property is free of dangerous conditions or attractive nuisances when individuals or visitors are present. To uphold this responsibility, homeowners may want to perform regular safety inspections of their property, repair any hazards immediately and provide sufficient warning to visitors about any hazards present on the property.
Furthermore, if there are any pertinent local ordinances or building codes or structural integrity issues, property owners will need to find prompt ways to resolve the violations. Lastly, homeowners may also need to abide by certain security measures depending on the area in which they live. For instance, residents who live in areas known for high crime rates may be required to install proper lighting or security cameras.
Legal Remedies Available For Victims Of Premises Liability Incidents In Kentucky
Victims of premises liability accidents, fortunately, have a few legal remedies available to them when attempting to seek recompense for their injuries. After filing a premises liability lawsuit, victims can potentially secure financial compensation for their:
- Medical expenses
- Lost income
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
Beyond attempting to receive compensation for their physical suffering and expenses, premises liability victims can try to pursue punitive damages. Punitive damages are awarded in rare circumstances, when the owner of the property’s actions are deemed willful and malicious. Courts will typically include punitive damages in a settlement in order to further punish the defendant for their behavior.
What Is An Example Of A Premises Liability Claim?
Premises liability cases come in many different forms, as unsafe property conditions can directly lead to a multitude of severe injuries. Slip-and-fall accidents are arguably the most common injury relating to premises liability, as something as simple as a wet floor or loose rug can lead to this type of injury.
For example, if a potential customer enters a store and inadvertently slips on a puddle on the floor, the owner of the business will be responsible for the injuries suffered by the customer. The store owner will be deemed negligent based on their failure to clean up the spill and to place a wet floor sign near the puddle. This disregard for customer safety can lead to a negative outcome for the store owner and cause them to be legally liable for the customer’s injuries.
How Long Does It Take To Settle A Premises Liability Case?
While the majority of premises liability cases are resolved without court involvement in a few months, the process can last far longer if litigation is needed to reach a solution. The entire legal process could potentially take a year to resolve, depending on the severity of the injuries, the insurance company’s cooperation and the unique circumstances of the case.
What Evidence Is Crucial In A Premises Liability Case?
Before attempting to hold a homeowner responsible for the negligent care of their property, victims may want to take the time to build their case, which includes collecting evidence relating to the incident. The strongest evidence may be photos or videos of the accident site. Photo or video evidence can accurately depict the dangerous conditions that were present on the property, such as uneven surfaces, at the time of the injury.
Speaking with any witnesses present at the scene can also fortify an injury victim’s recollection of events and prove that hazardous conditions existed. Witnesses may also be able to recount details that the victim missed or forgot due to the shock of their injury.
Police reports can also be beneficial, as they can record the exact date, time, location and causation of the injury. Along with police reports, victims can contact the medical office they visited to obtain documentation of their injuries. Medical records can provide evidence of the victim’s injuries, the care they received and the total cost of the treatment.
If maintenance documentation is available for the property, requesting that information can provide insight into the past repairs made on the property and if the owner has neglected to perform essential repairs. Additionally, obtaining lease or property ownership documents can answer any questions as to who is the rightful owner of the property and, therefore, accountable for any hazardous conditions.
Protecting Premises Liability Victims Throughout Kentucky
Accountability means everything when an individual has their safety and rights violated. Our attorneys are prepared to fight back for premises liability victims and are available for a free consultation. Call our office at 859-440-2338 or email our staff for further guidance.