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Did you or a loved one sustain injuries because a property owner in Aiken County, SC, neglected their premises? You may be entitled to hold the negligent owner liable for damages. An experienced Aiken County premises liability lawyer at Hawk Law Group can help you fight to recover money for medical bills, lost wages, and more.
Our attorneys have decades of experience helping injured clients recover meaningful financial awards. We’ve recovered millions of dollars in compensation to date, and we’re ready to stand up for your rights.
If you were injured because someone else was careless, contact our law offices in Aiken County, South Carolina, at (803) 226-9089 to schedule a free consultation today.
Premises liability claims can be difficult to prove. It can be tough to prove a property owner was negligent. The insurance company might even claim that you’re responsible for your injuries–or are exaggerating the extent of your damages.
Our Aiken County personal injury lawyers at Hawk Law Group can put a stop to these games. We have over 71 years of experience between us. In that time, we’ve seen it all. We’ve proven we can handle even the most complex claims by recovering some of the highest settlements and verdicts in the CSRA.
Our lawyers have received recognition as “Super Lawyers”, “Rising Stars” and “Top Lawyers”, among other top legal directories such as Justia, and more.
Hiring our law firm means you’ll gain an attorney who will:
Our Aiken County personal injury attorneys can’t take away your pain. We can help you fight for the maximum compensation you need to move forward. To learn more about this area of law, call for a free consultation today.
South Carolina premises liability laws require property owners to maintain their property in safe condition. If you’re legally on the property as a guest, the property should be reasonably safe.
If property owners know about dangerous conditions and fail to fix or warn you about them, they can be held financially responsible if you get hurt. Premises liability laws apply to all property owners. You may be entitled to compensation if you were hurt visiting a business, a friend’s home, or even a government building.
We often handle premises liability claims for clients injured while visiting:
However, property owners are only liable if they’re negligent. If you were hurt on someone else’s property, you’ll need an experienced lawyer by your side. Call Hawk Law Group to schedule a free case review with our experienced Aiken County premises liability attorneys today.
Most clients wonder how much their personal injury case is worth. This is one of the most important questions to ask a lawyer. However, it can also be tough to answer without all of the facts.
The value of your case depends on many factors, including:
Do you have questions about your case value? Talking to an experienced accident attorney is the best way to get answers. Call Hawk Law Group to discuss your case today.
In a successful premises liability case, victims are entitled to recover economic damages and non-economic damages to compensate for their losses.
Examples of the types of damages you may be entitled to receive include:
Our lawyers at Hawk Law Group will carefully document all of the damages and losses you’ve suffered. We’re here to advocate for every dollar you deserve. Just give us a quick call to learn more about how we can help today.
Your right to compensation could be in jeopardy if you’re being blamed for an accident South Carolina follows modified comparative negligence laws.
You can recover damages if you’re less than 51% responsible. However, your damages will be reduced by your percentage of fault. If 51% or more of the blame is allocated to you, you can’t recover damages.
At Hawk Law Group, we often represent clients who have sustained:
Premises liability cases can be complex. The property owner will often fix the danger soon after you’re hurt. For the best outcome, it’s important to call an experienced accident lawyer who can start investigating immediately.
At Hawk Law Group, we handle all types of premises liability cases, including those involving:
Anytime you’re injured on someone else’s property, you could have a valid claim for damages. To learn more about your legal options, call our lawyers in Aiken, South Carolina, to schedule a free case evaluation today.
To prove the property owner was liable, you’ll have to establish the basic elements of negligence, which include:
The owner’s legal duty of care depends on the visitor’s classification at the time of injury. Visitors and guests can be classified as business invitees, licensees or trespassers.
Business owners have a heightened duty of care. Business invitees are on the property to conduct some type of business. A business owner owes you the highest level of care whether you’re visiting an office building for a meeting, checking into a hotel, or browsing at the shopping mall.
Business owners have a duty to:
In other words, businesses are liable for dangers that they knew about or reasonably should have known about if they cause injury.
Social guests are classified as licensees. When you’re visiting a friend’s home, you have rights if you’re injured on the property. However, private homeowners have more limited duties.
They aren’t required to inspect the property to identify any hazardous conditions. They are only required to warn you of the dangerous conditions they know about.
If you enter someone’s property without permission, you’re classified as a trespasser. Property owners don’t have to worry about keeping trespassers safe. However, they cannot intentionally harm trespassers.
The attractive nuisance doctrine creates an exception for young children who trespass. Property owners are required to take steps to keep kids safe from attractive nuisances.
Examples of attractive nuisances include:
Under this doctrine, the property owner’s duty of care includes providing adequate warning about hazards and taking reasonable steps to eliminate the danger. The duty exists because children can’t always appreciate the risk of injury.
South Carolina law limits the amount of time you have to take legal action. You must file a personal injury lawsuit within three years of your injury. Wait too long, and you’ll lose your right to compensation entirely.
To learn more about the deadline in your specific case, just call our team for a free consultation.
Do you have questions about your legal rights after an accident on someone else’s property? You don’t have to rely on a lawyer directory. Instead, call an experienced Aiken County premises liability lawyer at Hawk Law Group today. We offer a free initial consultation, so you can explore your options without any financial risk.
Our Aiken, SC personal injury law office also provides:
Did you sustain an injury at work or develop an occupational illness? If so, hiring an experienced Aiken County Premises Liability Lawyer can be essential for your fight for benefits.
(888) 771-1110The personal injury lawyers at Hawk Law Group represent accident victims throughout the Central Savannah River Area, including Augusta, Avera, Belvedere, Blythe, Crawfordville, Davisboro, Evans, Gibson, Grovetown, Harlem, Hephzibah, Jackson, Lincolnton, Louisville, Martinez, Millen, New Ellenton, North Augusta, Sandersville, Sparta, Stapleton, Thomson, Warrenton, Waynesboro, and all surrounding communities in Aiken, Edgefield, and Richmond Counties.
Hawk Law Group is a personal injury law firm serving clients in Augusta, GA, and surrounding areas. With over 71 years of combined experience, we have recovered hundreds of millions on behalf of injury victims. Contact us for help today.
