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Common Types of Premises Liability Cases

1. Slip and Fall Accidents: Slip and fall accidents occur when hazards such as wet floors, uneven surfaces, or improperly maintained walkways cause someone to lose their footing and fall. Slip and fall accidents are common in grocery stores, restaurants, and other commercial establishments throughout Portland and Beaverton. Common slip and fall situations include accidental spills that are not cleaned in a timely manner, accumulations of snow and ice, puddles formed by leaking gutters, pipes, refrigerators, or AC units, or steps that are uneven, too steep, or unreasonably slippery.

2. Trip and Fall Hazards: Common trip and fall situations include loose debris on floors and stairwells, defective, broken, or missing steps in stairways, defective, broken, or missing handrails, poorly maintained sidewalks, or loose carpeting.

3. Inadequate Security: Negligent security claims can be brought against property owners or occupiers for failing to provide adequate security. Property owners or occupiers may be liable if broken locks, insufficient lighting, or a lack of security measures result in harm, such as assault or theft. Negligent security claims often involve civil suits related to criminal offenses. For more information on civil suits arising out of crimes, visit our Crime Victims practice page. Property owners or occupiers can only be held liable if the crime was foreseeable.

4. Dog Bites or Animal Attacks: Property owners or occupiers can be held responsible if their pets harm someone on the premises.

5. Swimming Pool Accidents: Failing to fence a pool area or neglecting to post warning signs can lead to serious injuries, particularly for children.

6. Falling Objects: Items improperly secured on shelves or in warehouses can cause serious injuries when they fall.

7. Electrocution: Faulty wiring, for example, can lead to electrocution accidents. These incidents may cause burns, internal injuries, or even cardiac arrest.

8. Elevator and Escalator Accidents: Faulty maintenance or improper inspections can lead to serious injuries on elevators or escalators. Common issues include sudden stops, unexpected movements, or other malfunctions.

9. Fires: Property owners or occupiers can be held liable if inadequate safety measures, such as the lack of functioning smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, or clear escape routes, result in injuries or fatalities during a fire.

Each of these scenarios stems from a property owner or occupier's failure to keep the premises safe for visitors in cities like Portland and Beaverton.