Some common types of premises liability claims are (this list is not exhaustive; there are many other ways to be injured on property):
- Suffering an injury due to a falling object.
- Suffering an injury due to a slippery surface.
- Suffering an injury due to an uneven surface.
- Suffering an injury due to items on aisles.
- Suffering an injury due to defective stairs.
- Suffering an injury due to improper lighting.
- Suffering an injury due to snow.
- Suffering an injury due to ice.
- Suffering an injury due to a security guard assault (negligent security cases).
- Suffering an injury due to improper procedures being followed.
- Suffering an injury due to breach or violation of standard building codes.
The list of ways a person can be injured on someone else’s property or premises is endless. Often, there is no simple answer to who is responsible for the injuries and a lawyer must complete an assessment to find the proper defendant responsible. Only a consultation with an experienced Ottawa premises liability lawyer, familiar with the law of negligence and occupier’s liability and who has the resources to do a thorough investigation, can provide the best legal advice.