Business operators and homeowners have a responsibility to keep their premises safe for everyone, from children to the elderly and anyone in between. When they do not, people can get seriously hurt. Problems such as faulty wiring, bad construction, building code violations, and unrecognized hazards can leave innocent people devastated.

The personal injury attorneys at Kaveny + Kroll are experienced in seeking justice for people injured by another’s negligence or failure to maintain their premises. We stand for your rights. Please call a Chicago premises liability lawyer at Kaveny + Kroll today for a free, confidential consultation.

 

FOR THE FIRST TIME IN U.S. HISTORY
Accidental injury has become the

NO.3

CAUSE OF DEATH

 

Injury statistics examined by National Security Council data experts confirm that preventable deaths rise 10% on average every year. Based on new injury statistics, an American is accidentally injured every second and killed every three minutes by a preventable event – a drug overdose, a vehicle crash, a fall, a drowning or another preventable incident.

Source: National Security Council

Understanding Premises Liability

Premises liability refers to the legal responsibility of property owners and occupiers to ensure their property is reasonably safe for visitors. When they fail to uphold this duty, and you are injured as a result, the property owner or occupier can be held liable for the damages.

Common examples of premises liability cases include:

  • Slip and fall accidents due to wet floors, uneven surfaces, or poorly maintained walkways
  • Injuries resulting from inadequate security measures, leading to assaults or other crimes
  • Accidents caused by building code violations or unsafe structural conditions
  • Dog bites or animal attacks occurring on the property

If you have been hurt due to unsafe conditions on someone else’s property in Chicago, don’t wait—reach out to a premises liability lawyer at our firm today to take legal action.

Legal Obligations of Property Owners

Chicago property owners have a legal obligation to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition. This includes conducting regular inspections, promptly addressing hazardous conditions, and providing adequate warnings about potential dangers.

Failure to fulfill these responsibilities can result in accidents and injuries, making the property owner liable for resulting damages.

Steps To Take Following an Injury on Another’s Property

If you are injured on someone else’s property, it is important to:

  • Seek medical attention immediately to address your injuries
  • Document the scene by taking photographs of the hazardous condition
  • Obtain contact information of any witnesses
  • Report the incident to the property owner or manager, and ensure an official report is filed

Consult with an experienced premises liability attorney in Chicago to understand your legal rights and options.

Kaveny + Kroll’s Commitment to Premises Liability Cases

At Kaveny + Kroll, we are dedicated to advocating for individuals who have been injured due to unsafe property conditions. Our team conducts thorough investigations to identify negligence, gathers compelling evidence, and builds strong cases to pursue the compensation you deserve.

We understand the complexities of premises liability law, and our Chicago-based attorneys are committed to guiding you through every step of the legal process.

Our Chicago Premises Liability Attorneys Are on Your Side

At Kaveny + Kroll, we have extensive experience in handling all types of premises liability claims. Our dedicated team is committed to fighting for your rights and securing the compensation you deserve. Please call a Chicago premises liability lawyer today with your questions at (312) 761-5585.

CASE STUDIES

Click through the tabs below to learn about a few of our cases involving PREMISES LIABILITY.

$32M
$32M

Recovery for an 8-year-old girl whose four-limbs were amputated after a delay in the diagnosis and treatment of an infection, leading to severe septic shock.

$16M
$16M

Recovery for wrongful death of a husband and father of three due to undiagnosed aortic dissection in emergency department 2 days earlier.

$12M
$12M

Recovery for a 37-year-old man who suffered the partial amputation of both of his legs and one of his arms after a hospital failed to give him antibiotics for a serious infection (Featured in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin).

$10M
$10M

Recovery for a brain-injured newborn after doctors failed to timely deliver the baby by cesarean section.

$9M
$9M

Verdict for the wrongful death of a 40-year-old wife and mother of six children and her unborn seventh child after she suffered respiratory arrest due to pneumonia while in the hospital.

$7.5M
$7.5M

Recovery for an infant who suffered brain damage and developed cerebral palsy due to a delayed cesarean section after indications that the baby was not tolerating the labor well.

$15.504M
$15.504M

Recovery for the wrongful death of a 64-year-old man and the debilitating injuries of a 62-year-old woman—both from southern Illinois—arising from a multi-vehicle pile-up on a highway in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

$7M
$7M

Verdict for the wrongful death of a 25-year-old helmet-wearing cyclist who was struck and killed by a truck.

$6.5M
$6.5M

Recovery for a 55-year-old Chinese immigrant whose leg was crushed by a Chicago Transit Authority bus making too-tight-a-turn at a downtown intersection. The 55-year-old woman was within the crosswalk at the time of the Chicago accident.

$15M
$15M

Recovery for a 34-year old property adjuster in Dallas, Texas, left severely burned after being electrocuted by a dangerously-low-hanging electrical wire on a roof, about which the company had received complaints but failed to correct.

$3M
$3M

Recovery for three college students killed in an apartment fire when one fell asleep smoking. Apartment did not have working smoke detectors at the time.

$2.6M
$2.6M

Recovery for the wrongful death of a 24-year-old truck driver who was killed in an Adams County heptane gas explosion, leaving behind a wife and a 3-year-old daughter.

$5.25M
$5.25M

Recovery for a 29-year-old who suffered skull fractures, a traumatic brain injury, an 18-day coma, and partial quadriplegia after his pickup was broadsided by another vehicle, which was attempting to flee from a reckless and unnecessary police chase involving a minor traffic infraction (Featured in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin).

$5M
$5M

Verdict resulting from an improper police chase. Fleeing suspect hit car driving through an intersection with mother in front seat and minor daughter in rear. Mother was killed. Entire accident was caught on a nearby CTA bus videocam (Featured in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin).

$1.579M
$1.579M

Verdict for a 58-year-old public school principal whose reputation was damaged after she was wrongfully arrested, wrongfully charged, and wrongfully prosecuted following a fight involving six students at her school in which she merely called 9-1-1.

$148M
$148M

Verdict for a paralyzed 24-year-old female injured at O’Hare International Airport (highest compensatory verdict awarded to an individual in Illinois, and top five in U.S., excluding punitive damages).

$15M
$15M

Recovery for a 34-year old property adjuster in Dallas, Texas, left severely burned after being electrocuted by a dangerously-low-hanging electrical wire on a roof, about which the company had received complaints but failed to correct.

$12.5M
$12.5M

Recovery for a Rolling Meadows high school football player who became a quadriplegic after he was tackled by a teammate into an unpadded, 25 foot-high steel post located 11.5 feet from the sideline of the school’s practice field.

$15.2M
$15.2M

Verdict for a 33-year-old veteran forced to undergo seven surgeries after his left foot was degloved when it was run over by a forklift while working at an international technology show at McCormick Place.

$15M
$15M

Recovery for a 34-year old property adjuster in Dallas, Texas, left severely burned after being electrocuted by a dangerously-low-hanging electrical wire on a roof, about which the company had received complaints but failed to correct.

$4.75M
$4.75M

Recovery for a 42-year-old Chicago construction worker whose leg was shattered when he fell 20 feet after the steel beam on which he was working collapsed.

Currently seeking recovery on behalf of clients who have filed lawsuits against Abbott Laboratories, Inc. (“Abbott”), Mead Johnson & Company and Mead Johnson Nutrition Company (“Mead Johnson”). Babies born to these plaintiffs developed necrotizing enterocolitis (“NEC”) after they were fed infant formula manufactured by Abbott or Mead Johnson. NEC is a serious gastrointestinal problem that mostly affects premature babies and can lead to permanent injury or death.

Received financial compensation for the families of plaintiffs who were prescribed the pain medication Vioxx manufactured by Merck. The drug was found to cause heart attacks and strokes and has subsequently been withdrawn from the marketplace.

Verdict obtained on behalf of homeowners who lived near the Sterigenics facility and contracted various forms of cancer as a result of ethylene oxide (“EtO”) emissions into the environment by Sterigenics and its parent company, Sotera Health.

$148M
$148M

Verdict for a paralyzed 24-year-old female injured at O’Hare International Airport (highest compensatory verdict awarded to an individual in Illinois, and top five in U.S., excluding punitive damages).

$6.5M
$6.5M

Recovery for a 55-year-old Chinese immigrant whose leg was crushed by a Chicago Transit Authority bus making too-tight-a-turn at a downtown intersection. The 55-year-old woman was within the crosswalk at the time of the Chicago accident.

$5M
$5M

Recovery for a 31-year-old woman who suffered permanent brain damage after she was struck by public transit bus while jogging.

$4M
$4M

Verdict against school district for sex abuse of two minor children by gym teacher off school grounds.

Pending Case
Pending Case

Kaveny + Kroll has filed suit against Northwestern University due to its failure to protect a student who was knowingly experiencing suicidal ideation and planning. The student jumped from a fourth story window and suffered two punctured lungs, multiple broken ribs, damage to internal organs, and traumatic brain injury. The case remains pending.

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