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Premises liability law holds property owners responsible when someone is injured due to dangerous conditions on their premises. People expect to feel safe when visiting a business, rental property, or even government property, but unsafe environments can lead to serious injuries. If a property owner owed a duty of care and failed to exercise reasonable care, accident victims may have the right to pursue compensation.
At Pemberton Personal Injury Firm, we represent clients in premises liability cases across Wisconsin. Our Wisconsin personal injury lawyers understand how premises liability claims work and what it takes to build strong legal arguments. Whether you were injured in a slip and fall accident, a negligent security incident, or another type of premises liability accident, our firm is here to fight for your rights.
Premises liability refers to the legal responsibility of property owners to keep their premises safe. When they fail to do so, people can suffer preventable injuries. Whether the accident occurs in a store, an apartment building, or a parking lot, the Wisconsin premises liability system allows injured clients to seek compensation.
Hazards such as dangerous conditions, poor maintenance, or inadequate security can lead to accidents. Slippery floors, broken stairs, faulty wiring, and dimly lit walkways all put visitors at risk. Businesses and landlords must take steps to prevent injuries. If they don’t, they can be held responsible under liability law.
Some of the most common premises liability cases involve slip and fall accidents or dog bites. These occur when floors are wet, sidewalks are icy, or flooring is uneven. Falls often cause broken bones, head injuries, and other medical complications.
Negligent security is another frequent issue in liability cases. When property owners fail to provide proper lighting, security cameras, or working locks, visitors may be vulnerable to criminal acts. Apartment buildings, hotels, and retail spaces must take reasonable care to protect guests from harm.
Structural hazards can also contribute to premises liability claims. If a property owner neglects repairs, then staircases, walkways, and elevators may become dangerous. In many cases, landlords or business owners are aware of safety risks but fail to fix them.
At Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm, we take a strategic approach to premises liability claims. We start by gathering evidence from the accident scene, including photographs, witness statements, and medical records. Establishing liability is the foundation of any valid premises liability claim.
Our firm challenges insurance companies that attempt to deny or delay payouts. Victims deserve compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and future damages. Some injuries prevent people from working, leading to lost income. Others cause lifelong pain, which qualifies victims for non-economic damages.
If an insurance company refuses a fair settlement, our liability lawyers take the case to court. We fight for economic damages and hold negligent property owners accountable. Our firm understands Wisconsin law and how to help clients recover from serious injuries. Contact our premises liability attorney to learn more.
Victims in premises liability cases may be entitled to compensation for medical care, lost earnings, and emotional distress. A personal injury claim can include money for doctor visits, surgeries, rehabilitation, and long-term treatment.
Some claims focus on economic damages such as medical bills and lost wages. Others include non-economic damages like pain and suffering. In rare cases, a court may award punitive damages if the property owner was particularly reckless. Wisconsin follows comparative negligence laws, which means compensation depends on fault. If a victim is partially responsible for an accident, their recovery may be reduced. Our firm works tirelessly to prove that our clients deserve the maximum settlement possible.
If you were injured on someone else’s property due to unsafe conditions, Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm can help. Whether it was private property, a retail store, a workplace, or another type of premises, you may have the right to seek compensation. Our Wisconsin premises accident lawyers have extensive experience representing victims in cases that involve premises liability accidents.
Whether you’re from Madison or Eau Claire, our team is ready to fight for your rights. We provide Pemberton premises liability legal aid to accident victims across the state. Don’t let an insurance company undervalue your claim. You are welcome to contact our Wisconsin property injury attorneys today to discuss your legal options. We offer a free consultation and will guide you through the process to help you recover damages.
Insurance companies profit when you lose. Every claim they deny, every settlement they lowball, every injured person they convince to accept less—that’s money in their pocket. And they’re very good at what they do.
At Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm, we’ve made it our mission to take on the insurance companies that put profits over people. We know every underhanded tactic they’ll use to cheat you out of fair compensation, and we’re prepared to fight fire with fire. When insurance adjusters see us coming, they know they’re in for a real battle. You didn’t ask to be injured.
You didn’t ask to fight a billion-dollar corporation. But now that you’re here, you deserve lawyers who will go to war for you. We don’t settle for less than full compensation, we don’t back down from tough fights, and we don’t let insurance companies bully our clients. PERIOD.
Life following a serious injury can bring intense emotions and pain. Accident victims often hope to get their lives back on track, only to be held back by the demands involved with personal injury claims. This is especially the case for individuals who become hospitalized. Wherever you are in the process, we’d be glad to help.
Our injury lawyers in Wisconsin step up to represent you. At Pemberton, we provide this advocacy at every step in the injury claims process so you can be on your way to feeling like yourself again.
Contact our Wisconsin personal injury attorneys at (608) 448-6242 to speak with one of our experienced attorneys. We will create a plan together to help you protect your rights and get you back to your life.
$33M+ Won For Our Clients
The client suffered multiple facial lacerations—including scratches to the right eyelid and below the eyes—a red mark on the nose, and swelling and bruising to the eyelids. After incurring $21,663.78 in medical treatment, our firm secured a $400,000 settlement to compensate the client for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and the potential for lasting cosmetic and emotional harm.
In this slip and fall case, the client suffered a broken and dislocated ankle requiring open surgery to repair the break, torn ligaments, and damaged ankle joint. The injury required multiple surgical procedures including metal hardware placement and removal of loose bone fragments from the joint. With medical bills exceeding $104,000, we secured a $345,000 settlement—more than triple the medical expenses—compensating the client for the severe injury, extensive surgical intervention, and the profound impact the accident had on his business and livelihood.
The client suffered a fractured femur near the hip after a serious fall. We secured a $200,000 settlement to compensate for the client’s injuries. Although no lien reduction was possible, the result provided substantial financial recovery for the client.
Client sustained life-threatening injuries after being hit by a driver who passed away at the scene. We obtained close to the policy limits with an additional claimant pre-suit and negotiated medical liens down over $250,000.
In this car accident case, the client suffered catastrophic injuries in a head-on collision when the at-fault driver crossed the center line. Her injuries included multiple broken bones in the chest, ribs, wrist, and ankle, internal injuries requiring intestinal surgery, and a damaged artery in the spine. With medical expenses exceeding $4,000, we secured the at-fault driver’s full insurance coverage and pursued an additional $1,000,000 from the client’s own insurance policy. We also negotiated a reduction of more than $468,000 in outstanding medical costs to ensure the client received maximum financial recovery for her life-altering injuries and permanent impact on her ability to work.
The client’s loved one suffered a fatal injury in an auto collision that resulted in over $382,000 in medical bills. Acting as the family’s second attorney, we navigated difficult policy-limit issues and secured a $1,000,000 settlement. While the case had greater overall value and the family would have liked a higher recovery, they chose to settle to avoid prolonged litigation and move forward.
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“If you ever need an attorney, he would be the first one I recommend”
