When injured on someone else’s property due to unsafe conditions, a Des Plaines premises liability lawyer can help you seek compensation. The legal team at our personal injury law firm, The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers, thoroughly understands personal injury law and can navigate the legal system and the complexities of proving negligence, ensuring you recover compensation that you deserve.
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What Is Premises Liability?
The Illinois Premises Liability Act (740 ILCS 130/) mandates property owners to maintain safe environments for lawful visitors. It establishes that negligent property owners may be liable for injuries caused by hazardous conditions, provided they knew or should have known about the danger and failed to take reasonable steps to rectify it.
Who Is Liable in a Premises Liability Case?
According to Illinois premises liability law, the property owner, owners, tenants, managers, and holders of the title can be held responsible for injuries caused by unsafe conditions on their premises.
It is important to note that a visitor’s status at the time of the incident will also play a role in determining liability. For example, an invited guest suffering a slip and fall accident may have different legal rights from someone who was trespassing.
Premises liability lawyers are the best resources to determine whether a victim has a valid premises liability claim.
Types of Premises Liability Cases
These types of personal injury claims cover a wide range of incidents that involve harm due to a property owner’s negligence.
Some common types of premises liability cases include slip and fall accidents, failure to provide adequate security resulting in theft, and swimming pool accidents.
Seeking Fair Compensation for Premises Liability Accidents
If you have been injured on someone else’s property in Des Plaines, it is important to seek legal help from a skilled attorney who can review your case and determine the best course of action for seeking compensation in a personal injury case.
They will gather evidence, negotiate with insurance companies, and fight for your rights in court if necessary.
Common Injuries in Des Plaines Premises Liability Claims
Premises liability incidents can result in a wide range of injuries, from minor bruises and cuts to severe injuries requiring extensive medical treatment. Some common injuries that occur in Des Plaines premises liability accident claims include:
Broken bones
Head and neck injuries, including traumatic brain injury (TBI)
What to Do If You’re Injured on Someone Else’s Property
If you are injured on someone else or person’s property here in Des Plaines, it is important to take the following steps:
Seek medical attention immediately.
Report the incident to the owner or manager of the property and ask for a written record of the incident.
Take photos or videos of the scene and any visible injuries.
Obtain contact information from any witnesses who saw the incident occur.
Keep records of all related expenses, including medical bills, lost wages, and other damages.
Statute of Limitations for Filing a Personal Injury Claim
In Illinois, the statute of limitations (735 ILCS 5/) for filing a premises liability claim is generally two years from the date of the injury.
Types of Compensation Available
In Des Plaines, victims of premises liability incidents on personal or commercial property may be entitled to:
Medical expenses (current and future)
Lost wages/loss of earning capacity
Property damage
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Contact The Kryder Law Group, LLC About Your Des Plaines Premises Liability Case
If you have injuries sustained on someone else’s property in Des Plaines, do not hesitate to contact our premises liability attorneys.
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Our dedicated team can review your case, outline the claims process, and answer your questions.
A Des Plaines premises liability lawyer could help you receive compensation if you were injured while on another's property.
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$2.2 Million
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$2 Million
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$1.5 Million
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$1.4 Million
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$800,000
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$660,000
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$550,000
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$550,000
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$500,000
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$460,000
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$450,000
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$425,000
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$425,000
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$415,000
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$400,000
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$370,000
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$315,000
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$310,000
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$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$250,000
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$250,000
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$250,000
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$250,000
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$250,000
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$240,000
Recovery for the injured party struck by another vehicle.
$235,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$235,000
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$219,000
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$200,000
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$190,000
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$175,000
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$170,000
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$150,000
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