Property owners are mandated to maintain a level of safety and security at their holdings, and it is their responsibility to warn tenants of potential hazards.
(prHWY.com) November 19, 2012 - Spokane, WA -- Spokane, Washington (October 25, 2012) - James R. Sweetser, regarded among the best Spokane personal injury lawyers, is helping property negligence victims claim damages from landlords and other property owners for the injuries they have sustained.
Property owners are mandated to maintain a level of safety and security at their holdings, and it is their responsibility to warn tenants of potential hazards. This includes dangerous elements such as ice, and damaged or dimly-lit stairwells.
Washington State employs a "strict liability" interpretation for these cases. This means that in order to hold a defendant liable, there is no need to deduce negligence or breach of duty of reasonable care; however, the plaintiff must prove the defendant was the cause of the injuries he or she sustained.
Property owners can be held legally accountable for failing to address hazards on their holdings, and can be deemed irresponsible if their properties fall into disrepair and pose threats to the safety of others.
In addition, landlords may be held liable if they are aware of criminal activity on their premises but do not act to ensure the safety of their tenants. Should these factors come into play, it is wise to immediately hire a lawyer to ensure that the negligent parties are held accountable for their actions.
Aside from property tort law, Mr. Sweetser, an experienced Spokane attorney, also offers services in suits involving medical malpractice; spinal, burn, head, brain, and dog bite injuries; whiplash; and wrongful death.
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About Sweetser Law Office
The Sweetser Law Office has been assisting accident victims since 1984 and has recovered millions of dollars in damages for clients. James R. Sweetser, a former elected prosecutor in Spokane, personally oversees every case to deliver the best results for clients.
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