Hurt on Unsafe Property?
Alabama Premises Liability Lawyer for Slip, Trip & Fall Injuries
A grocery-store fall in Montgomery, a deck collapse in Mobile, or a dimly lit stairwell in Dothan can leave you facing steep medical bills. From our Birmingham office—and our Panama City, FL location for Gulf Coast visitors—Davidson Law Firm moves fast to preserve surveillance footage, inspect hazards, and demand full compensation.
I'M IN NEED OF PREMISES LIABILITY SERVICES.
What Now?
Seek Immediate Medical Attention
Your health comes first.
Document Everything
Photograph hazards, injuries, and keep all receipts.
Report the Incident
File an incident report with the owner or manager.
Contact Davidson Law Firm
Early action preserves vital evidence and witness statements.
Why Choose Davidson Law Firm
25 years of trial experience means we know how to counter owners who deny fault and insurers who drag their feet. Low caseloads let you work directly with attorney Brian Davidson—no paralegal runaround—while we press for a swift, fair settlement or move to trial without delay.
Visitor Status and Owner Duties
To build a strong premises liability case, we first determine your legal status on the property—because an owner’s responsibilities change depending on who you are.
Invitee – On property for owner’s benefit (shopper, tenant); highest duty of care.
Licensee – Social guest; owner must fix or warn of known hazards.
Trespasser – Limited duty; no traps or willful harm.
Understanding your status helps us show how the owner failed in their legal obligations.
Negligent Security: When Crime Meets Liability
According to FBI Uniform Crime Reports, Alabama’s commercial burglary and assault rates outpace national averages. Property owners in high-crime zones must provide locks, lighting, cameras, and trained staff. When they ignore obvious risks—like a poorly lit parking lot outside your apartment complex—we build a negligence case that ties crime statistics to foreseeability and owner responsibility.
FAQ
How do you prove the owner knew about the hazard?
Incident logs, prior complaints, maintenance records, and employee testimony establish notice.
Can I use store surveillance footage?
Yes—if requested quickly. We send preservation letters the same day you hire us.
What if I was partly at fault?
Alabama’s contributory-negligence rule can bar recovery, but evidence of owner negligence may overcome insurer arguments.
What’s a typical settlement for a slip-and-fall?
Amounts vary; factors include medical costs, lost wages, and future care. We document every dollar.
How long do I have to sue?
Generally two years from the injury date; act fast before evidence disappears.
