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At Krebs Law, our Montgomery premises liability lawyers know that property owners have a duty to keep their premises safe. This is crucial because slips, trips, and falls lead to over 8 million emergency room visits each year, according to the National Safety Council. Many of these accidents happen because of unsafe conditions, poor lighting, or a property owner’s negligence. Victims often face serious injuries, high medical expenses, and emotional distress.
Our Montgomery premises liability lawyers hold negligent property owners accountable under Alabama law. If you're injured in Montgomery County, we help you recover compensation for accident-related costs like medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We stand up for individuals in many types of cases, including slip and falls, dog bites, and negligent security claims. Our goal is to take action and make things right whenever a property owner fails in their duty of care.
Premises liability is the legal duty of property owners to keep their property safe. Under Alabama law, the level of care owed to a visitor depends on their status. An invitee is someone invited for business, and they are owed the highest duty of care. This means the owner must take reasonable steps to ensure their safety. A licensee is a social guest who is owed a slightly lower standard of care; the owner must warn them of any known dangers. In contrast, a trespasser is only owed a duty not to be intentionally harmed.
Our experienced Montgomery premises liability lawyers handle a variety of claims, including:
At Krebs Law Personal Injury Lawyers, we know that success in a premises liability case depends on proving the property owner’s negligence. Our attorneys carefully show how a landowner failed to meet their duty of care, creating a hazardous condition that harmed our client. This process requires strong evidence, expert review, and a clear understanding of Alabama law. We guide accident victims through every step of the legal process, from injury claim review to final settlement.
To win these cases, we must show that the property owner knew—or should have known—about the hazard and failed to fix it. This could involve unsafe stairs, ice-covered steps, improper lighting, or a spill left unattended in a grocery store or retail store. Property owners must take action to prevent injuries or warn visitors about known dangers. When they fail, we step in to hold them accountable and pursue full compensation for damages, pain, and rehabilitation costs.
Under Alabama’s premises liability law, the level of responsibility a property owner owes depends on who was injured. Invitees, like shoppers or clients, are owed the highest duty of care. Licensees, such as social guests, must also be protected from known dangers. Even trespassers may be protected in some cases, such as when an attractive nuisance like a swimming pool draws children onto the property. We help clients understand how their legal status affects their claim and potential Results in court.
Evidence is essential for proving negligence and securing a fair settlement. To show exactly how a dangerous situation happened, we collect photos, witness statements, and incident reports. Our legal team also reviews security footage and maintenance records to confirm the landowner was negligent. Every detail matters, as even the seconds after an accident can impact a case. We use all of this evidence to build strong legal claims and to effectively respond to insurance defenses, whether in negotiations or at trial.
At Krebs Law Personal Injury Lawyers, we handle each case with precision and care. Our personal injury law firm uses its legal experience, modern tools, and dedication to client service to help you. We handle complex cases like slip & falls, swimming pool accidents, and construction site injuries. Our goal is simple: to guide you through every legal step and recover compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and property damage.
We move quickly to preserve all vital evidence. Our attorneys visit the scene, collect photos, and verify safety violations such as broken fixtures, poor lighting, or missing warning cones. We work with safety and engineering experts to identify structural damage, artificial conditions, and maintenance defects. This detailed damage assessment allows us to build a powerful case for liability against negligent property owners and achieve favorable settlement agreements.
At Krebs Law Personal Injury Lawyers, we believe every injured person deserves legal help without financial risk. That’s why we handle all premises liability claims on a contingency fee basis. You pay no attorney fees unless we win your case. Our fees come only from a successful settlement or jury trial verdict. This approach ensures that we are as committed to your success as you are. We focus on securing justice, fair compensation, and peace of mind for every client we represent.
What is the most important thing to do after a premises accident in Montgomery?
Report the incident to the property manager or owner, seek medical attention, document the hazard with photos, and collect contact details for any witnesses.
How long do I have to file a premises liability lawsuit in Alabama?
In Alabama, you have two years to file a personal injury claim. This time limit starts from the date of your accident or injury.
What if I were partially at fault for my accident on someone’s property
Under Alabama’s modified comparative negligence and contributory negligence rules, shared blame can reduce or bar recovery, so skilled legal help is essential.
What is “constructive notice” in a premises liability case?
It means the property owner should have known about a hazard—like a spill, broken step, or poor lighting—because a reasonable inspection would have revealed it.
What damages can I recover in a premises liability case?
If you have medical bills, lost income, or other hardships like pain and suffering, you can seek compensation. This is done through a claim evaluation or a lawsuit.
Who can be held liable for a premises accident?
Liability can rest with the property owner, tenant, or maintenance contractor, depending on who controlled the hazardous condition or failed to repair the danger.
At Krebs Law Personal Injury Lawyers, we believe no one should suffer because of a property owner’s negligence. Whether your injury occurred in parking lots, grocery stores, amusement park accidents, or from animal attacks, you deserve justice and fair compensation. Our attorneys at law understand the Montgomery personal injury law system and handle every step of the legal process—from the demand letter to settlement or trial. We take cases involving slip, trip, and falls, Swimming pool liability, and Parking lot liability with care and skill.
We offer a free, no-obligation consultation to review your case. You pay nothing up front—our fees only come from a successful settlement or verdict. Protect your rights today and get the legal help you need by contacting Krebs Law Personal Injury Lawyers. Let us fight for the results and recovery you deserve.
J.R. is dedicated to providing personalized representation, avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach. He tailors his strategy to the unique challenges and needs of each client and case, ensuring focused and individualized attention.
His practice mainly covers Plaintiff’s Personal Injury, including car and 18-wheeler accidents, slips and falls, dog bites, defective products, and wrongful death. He also handles commercial disputes on contingency, with experience in contracts, construction, and probate. For any dispute headed toward litigation, J.R. develops an aggressive strategy to maximize your recovery through negotiation, arbitration, or trial.
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