If you were injured at a public or private property in York, NE, you may be eligible for compensation. Premises liability law gives you many rights and protections. The York premises liability attorneys at Steffens Law Offices can help hold responsible property owners accountable and seek recovery for your losses.
We have six offices across Nebraska and have established ourselves as a go-to firm for personal injuries. Call today to schedule a free case review.
York Residents Trust Our Client-First Firm
We measure our success by how well we serve our clients. We recover top awards for our clients time and time again, never skimping on client service for individuals who are hurt and need guidance to be made whole.
York clients choose us because:
- One of our attorneys shares his personal cell number with every client and answers it around the clock.
- We'll come to your home or hospital room anywhere in Nebraska if your injuries make travel hard.
- We guarantee your take-home share of any settlement will be bigger than our fee, even after medical bills.
- We help shield your settlement from creditors so it goes toward rebuilding your life.
- We've lowered or waived our fee in many contingency-fee-based cases.
- More than 1,000 clients across Nebraska have given us five-star reviews.
Reach out today to schedule a free consultation with a York personal injury attorney.
How Attorneys Build Your Premises Case Against Property Owners
Proving a premises liability claim requires demonstrating that the owner knew, or should have known, about a hazard and failed to address it. Building this evidence requires an investigation from professionals who know what to look for and how to value your claim properly.
Our attorneys will:
- Get to the scene quickly and record the hazard that shows how the injury happened
- Sort out who had legal control over the spot where you were hurt
- Send preservation demands for camera footage and written reports so key evidence is within your possession
- Total up every cost tied to your injury and the personal losses you’ve suffered
- Serve as the only point of contact for the insurance company
Call our attorneys today to talk about your case and how we can help you.
Property Accidents That Can Support a Claim
Premises liability claims encompass a wide range of property hazards that cause injuries. It’s not just slip and falls, although those are a common category.
These claims often involve injuries based on:
- Trips over loose rugs and torn carpeting
- Falls caused by icy steps and walkways
- Hotel and motel injuries
- Collapsing decks and balconies
- Injuries from defective playground equipment
- Attacks in areas with broken locks or no security
- Bites from dogs the owner failed to control
If a property owner's negligence led to your injury, you may have a case.
Damages Available in a York Premises Claim
A successful premises liability claim can recover money for many types of damages, chiefly those that are economic in form and non-monetary in form.
- Hospital bills
- Follow-up doctor visits
- Physical therapy
- Medical devices and equipment
- Future treatment
- Lost income
- Reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Nebraska generally does not place a statutory cap on these damages. Your attorney can help you understand all the damages you’re entitled to, calculating them down to the last cent.
Contact a York Premises Liability Attorney Today
Property owners have a legal obligation to maintain safe premises. When they breach that duty, our legal team is prepared to hold them accountable. Contact Steffens Law Offices today to speak with a premises liability attorney.