Fires on Another Person’s Property
Whether visiting a friend at his or her house, attending a sporting event, going to a concert, or visiting any other type of public or private property, we visit other properties all the time. While doing so, most of us rarely, if ever, consider just how safe a property is; however, the reality is that, despite property owners having a legal responsibility to make sure that every aspect of their property is safe, many properties that people use daily are not. Unfortunately, as our team at the Sampson Law Firm is well aware, many properties in Louisville present serious fire hazards, putting people in danger should a fire break out.
Negligence and Fires
While not all fires on other properties are the result of the owner or manager’s negligence, there are many times when they are. Some instances in which a fire or the injuries resulting from a fire might be the fault of a property owner include:
- Failing to have fire alarms or smoke detectors
- Failing to have proper evacuation plans
- Failing to have proper fire safety equipment, like extinguishers
- Overcrowding
In these situations, it is all too likely that a person will sustain injuries that they otherwise would not have.
Contact a Premises Liability Attorney in Louisville
If you or someone you know has suffered an injury due to a fire on another person’s property and you believe the property owner is at fault, our attorneys from the Sampson Law Firm can help. Call us at 502-584-5050 to learn more about your legal options and if you are eligible to file a property liability claim.
