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When Is a Property Owner Liable for Your Injuries?
Whether you were an invitee, licensee, or trespasser, the property owner may still bear some legal responsibility for your injuries under California premises liability law.
Invitee
An invitee is someone the property owner explicitly or implicitly invited onto the premises—such as shoppers, business clients, or the general public in parks, museums, or stores. Property owners owe invitees the highest duty of care, including regularly inspecting the premises, fixing known hazards, and warning visitors about potential dangers.
Licensee
Licensees, such as social guests or non-paying visitors, are owed a moderate duty of care. Property owners must warn licensees of hidden dangers they know about, but they aren’t required to inspect for unknown risks.
Trespasser
Even trespassers are offered limited legal protections. While owners don’t owe them the same level of care, they cannot willfully cause harm or act with gross negligence. If you were injured and believe the property owner acted recklessly, our trespasser liability attorney in Anaheim can help you determine if you have a valid claim.
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Legal Responsibility Based on Visitor Status
In premises liability cases, a property owner’s responsibility depends on the visitor’s legal status. Invitees, such as customers or clients, are owed the highest duty of care; property owners must keep the premises safe, fix known hazards, and clearly warn of any risks. Licensees, like social guests or individuals on the property for personal reasons, must be warned of hidden dangers but do not require the same level of inspection for risks. Trespassers, on the other hand, are owed minimal protection. While property owners should not intentionally harm trespassers, they are generally not liable for injuries unless malicious intent or gross negligence is involved.
Why It’s Important to Seek Compensation
Injuries from unsafe premises can lead to overwhelming medical bills, lost income, and long-term suffering. Understanding your legal classification as a visitor is crucial to building a successful claim. Our Anaheim trespasser liability lawyers at A1 Accident Lawyer will investigate your case, consult with medical and liability experts, and work aggressively to secure the maximum compensation possible. We take care of the legal stress so you can focus on healing.
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No matter your visitor status, if a property owner’s negligence led to your injury, you may have a right to pursue legal action. Call A1 Accident Lawyer today for a free consultation with a trespasser liability attorney in Anaheim. We’re here to help you understand your rights and fight for the justice you deserve.
In most cases, property owners are not responsible for trespasser injuries, but exceptions exist, such as intentional harm or known hazards that could cause serious injury.
An attractive nuisance is a potentially dangerous property feature (e.g., swimming pool, construction site) that may attract children. Property owners must take precautions to prevent harm.
It depends. If the property owner acted negligently or intentionally caused harm, you may have a case. Consulting an attorney can help assess your legal options.
Document the incident, seek legal advice, and avoid making any statements that could be used against you. An attorney can help protect your rights.
An attorney can evaluate your case, determine liability, and represent your interests in legal proceedings to seek compensation or defend against claims.
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