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Were you injured on someone else’s property in Georgia? Whether it happened at a grocery store, apartment complex, hotel, or parking lot, you may be entitled to compensation under Georgia’s premises liability laws. Property owners must keep their premises reasonably safe for visitors. When they fail and someone gets hurt, they can be held accountable.

At the Brodie Law Group, our Georgia premises liability lawyers help injured victims in Georgia recover compensation for injuries caused by unsafe or dangerous property conditions. We investigate the hazard, deal with the insurance company, and fight for the full compensation you so you can focus on healing.

Call (478) 239-2780 for a free injury case evaluation with a Georgia premises liability attorney.

What Is Premises Liability in Georgia?

Premises liability is the legal responsibility of property owners and occupiers when unsafe conditions on their property cause harm to lawful visitors. The law applies to residential and commercial properties across Georgia.

We represent clients injured at:

  • Retail stores and shopping centers
  • Restaurants and bars
  • Apartment complexes and rental homes
  • Hotels and motels
  • Parking lots and parking garages
  • Office buildings and workplaces
  • Sports and entertainment venues
  • Public sidewalks, walkways, and stairways

Types of Georgia Premises Liability Cases We Handle

  • Slip and Fall Accidents – wet floors, spills, uneven surfaces, broken tiles, loose mats.
    Learn more: Macon Slip and Fall Lawyer
  • Negligent Security – assaults, robberies, or shootings caused by inadequate lighting, broken locks, missing guards, or ignored crime patterns at apartments, hotels, or parking facilities.
  • Unsafe Property Conditions – broken handrails, defective stairs, exposed wiring, code violations, structural failures.
  • Falling Merchandise or Debris – unsafe stacking in retail/warehouse settings causing products to fall on customers.
  • Dog Bites & Animal Attacks – owners and landlords may be liable when dangerous dogs are not controlled.
    Learn more: Georgia Dog Bite Injury Lawyer
  • Swimming Pool & Recreational Hazards – unfenced pools, missing anti-entrapment devices, slippery decks, inadequate supervision.

Common Injuries from Dangerous Property

Premises liability incidents can often cause serious and lasting harm, including:

  • Broken bones and fractures
  • Head and traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
  • Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
  • Shoulder, neck, and back injuries
  • Torn ligaments and joint damage
  • Burns or electrical injuries
  • Facial injuries, scarring, and disfigurement
  • Emotional trauma and anxiety

If you are hurt, always seek medical care right away and keep all records and bills. This documentation is vital to establish your claim.

How to Prove a Premises Liability Case in Georgia

To win a Georgia premises case, we typically show:

  1. Duty of Care: You were a lawful visitor and the owner/occupier owed you a duty to keep the property reasonably safe.
  2. Knowledge of the Hazard: The owner knew or should have known (constructive knowledge) about the dangerous condition.
  3. Negligence: They failed to fix the hazard or adequately warn visitors in a reasonable time.
  4. Causation & Damages: The hazard caused your injuries and financial losses.

Key Evidence We Gather

  • Incident and maintenance/inspection logs
  • Surveillance video and photos of the hazard
  • Witness statements and employee testimony
  • Prior complaints or code violations
  • Expert analysis (safety, building codes, human factors)
  • Medical records and proof of damages

Georgia Law: Deadlines & Fault Rules

  • Statute of Limitations: Most personal injury claims must be filed within two years of the injury (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33). You need to act quickly to preserve evidence.
  • Modified Comparative Negligence: You can recover damages if you are less than 50% at fault (O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33). Your award is reduced by your percentage of fault. Insurers often try to overstate a visitor’s “fault.” We push back with evidence.

What To Do After an Accident on Someone Else’s Property

  1. Report the incident to the manager/owner and ask for an incident report.
  2. Photograph/Video the hazard, lighting, and surroundings before it’s cleaned or repaired.
  3. Collect names/contacts for witnesses and employees.
  4. Seek medical care immediately and follow all treatment plans.
  5. Save evidence: shoes/clothing, receipts, appointment cards.
  6. Call Brodie Law Group before speaking with the insurer.

Who Can Be Held Liable?

Depending on the facts, one or more parties may be responsible:

  • Property owners and landlords
  • Business or store owners/tenants
  • Property management companies
  • Security contractors or third-party vendors
  • Maintenance or janitorial companies
  • Builders or contractors (for construction issues)

We investigate every angle to identify all liable parties and applicable insurance coverage.

Types of Compensation Available to Georgia Premises Liability Victims

You may be entitled to recover:

  • Medical bills and future medical care
  • Lost wages and loss of future earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering, mental anguish, and loss of enjoyment of life
  • Permanent disability or disfigurement
  • Wrongful death damages (if applicable)

We work with doctors, life-care planners, and economists to calculate full, lifetime losses so you’re not left paying future medical or care costs.

Why Choose the Brodie Law Group

Premises liability insurance carriers often deny hazards existed, blame the victim, or “lose” key evidence. We know the playbook and how to beat it.

When you hire us, we will:

  • Conduct a site investigation and secure time-sensitive evidence
  • Obtain maintenance logs, video, and prior incident records
  • Work with safety and code experts to prove negligence
  • Handle all insurer communications and negotiate aggressively
  • Be ready for trial if the insurer won’t pay what your case is worth

No fee unless we win. Free injury consultations. Georgia statewide representation.

Areas We Serve Across Georgia

Brodie Law Group represents premises liability victims throughout Georgia, including:

  • Macon Premises Liability Lawyer
  • Warner Robins Premises Liability Lawyer
  • Milledgeville Premises Liability Lawyer
  • Dublin Premises Liability Lawyer
  • Gray Premises Liability Lawyer
  • Atlanta Premises Liability Lawyer
  • Augusta Premises Liability Lawyer
  • Columbus Premises Liability Lawyer
  • Savannah Premises Liability Lawyer

Injured in another Georgia city? Call (478) 239-2780 for a FREE Injury Case Evaluation to get started today.

Frequently Asked Questions About Premises Liability in Georgia

How long do I have to file a premises liability claim in Georgia?

Most claims must be filed within two years of the injury (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33).

Can I still recover if I was partly at fault?

Yes. Under modified comparative negligence, you can recover if you are less than 50% at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault.

Do I need proof the property owner knew about the hazard?

You must show the owner knew or should have known about it. We use inspection logs, prior complaints, and time-on-floor evidence to prove actual or constructive knowledge.

What if the store fixed the hazard after my fall?

Repairs after the incident don’t erase liability. Preserve photos/video and contact an attorney quickly so evidence isn’t lost.

How much does it cost to hire your firm?

No upfront cost. We work on a contingency fee. You pay nothing unless we obtain compensation for you.

Contact a Georgia Premises Liability Lawyer Today

If you were hurt because of unsafe conditions on someone else’s property anywhere in Georgia, don’t go up against the insurance company alone. The Brodie Law Group will investigate, prove negligence, and fight for maximum compensation.

Call (478) 239-2780 or submit our Free Injury Case Evaluation Form to get started today.

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