Gainesville, GA Premises Liability Attorney
Last Updated: July 13, 2026
Experienced Premises Liability Lawyers Representing Clients Across Georgia
Premises liability claims are civil actions against a property owner for failing to keep its premises in a reasonably safe condition. Davies Hothem Injury Law’s premises liability attorneys represent individuals who have been injured on an unsafe or negligently-maintained property. Our Gainesville, GA premises liability attorneys can assist you with navigating your case.
Premises liability cases are complex cases. The degree of the landowner or business owner’s duty varies based on the injured party’s legal status on the property, or in other words, their reason for being on the property. Davies Hothem Injury Law’s premises liability lawyers have the requisite skill and expertise to prove premise liability and obtain the compensation you deserve.
Contact Davies Hothem Injury Law if you or someone you love has been hurt on someone else’s property.
Who Can Be Held Liable in a Gainesville Premise Liability Case?
By law, owners and proprietors of land owe a duty to exercise ordinary care in keeping their approaches and premises safe for individuals invited (expressly or impliedly) on the property. Premises liability can extend to any third party, like property management and maintenance companies, tasked with keeping premises maintained, safe, and secure. Whether the injury occurs at an apartment complex, restaurant, retail store, or parking lot, the owner or occupier may be held directly liable for negligence, even if the injury that occurred was not an accident, but the result of someone else’s criminal conduct.
Why Work With Davies Hothem Injury Law?
- Proven Georgia Trial Lawyers: Kristy, Jennifer, and Dustin bring decades of combined legal experience, more than 100 jury trials, and a record of over $150 million in verdicts for injured clients.
- Only Paid When You Win: There are no upfront costs. We handle all expenses and only collect a fee if we obtain compensation for you.
- Serving Clients and Community: As a women- and family-owned practice, we invest in our community by supporting Gateway Domestic Violence Center, WomenSource, We Care Hall County, and the Davies Hothem Domestic Violence Legal Fund.
- Respected Throughout Georgia: Our team has been honored with distinctions such as Super Lawyers Rising Stars, National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, Georgia Trend Magazine’s “Legal Elite,” and leadership positions within the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association.
- Trusted Advocates: Our extensive trial record signals to insurance companies that we are fully prepared to take cases to court, which often results in higher settlement offers.
- Deep Gainesville Roots: As long-time Gainesville residents, our attorneys are not only legal professionals but also neighbors committed to supporting families in times of need.
- Dedicated Care for Every Client: We treat every case with personal commitment, aiming to restore dignity and help clients recover physically, emotionally, and financially.
Types of Premises Liability Cases We Handle Include:
- Poor or Negligent Security
- Swimming Pool Accidents
- Amusement Park Accidents
- Elevator Accidents
- Slips and Falls
- Diving Accidents
- Balcony Accidents
- Escalator Accidents
- Walking Area Accidents
- Electrocutions
- Uneven pavement or floors
- Hotel Negligence
At Davies Hothem Injury Law, our Gainesville, GA Premise Liability attorneys know how to pursue and succeed in any premise liability case.
Proving Premises Liability Negligence
The plaintiff must show that the property owner breached its duty to exercise ordinary care in keeping its premises safe. This duty includes inspecting the property to discover possible dangerous conditions of which the owner has no knowledge.
Even if the property owner does not have “actual” knowledge of a foreseeable danger, an experienced attorney at Davies Hothem Injury Law will uncover any existing evidence of “constructive” knowledge. In other words, knowledge of danger or a dangerous situation may be imputed to the owner if there is evidence that a dangerous condition lasted so long that it would have been discovered had the owner exercised reasonable care in inspecting the premises. Evidence that an employee of the owner was in the immediate vicinity of the hazardous condition and could have easily seen and corrected the hazard could be invaluable.
The level of care required of a property owner can change based on the type of visitor you are. In some cases, the duty owed is more narrow and the owner, rather than having a duty to keep the premises in a reasonably safe condition, only has a duty to refrain from willful or wanton misconduct. Trespassers are less likely to be protected by the law, although there are exceptions for children. Hiring the right attorney can make all the difference in proving your legal status on the property and your premises liability claim.
Case Results
$305,000 – Slip and Fall InjurySettlement for a woman who slipped in a restaurant and suffered a hip fracture requiring surgery and rehabilitation. The case involved proving unsafe premises conditions.
$1,000,000 – Agritourism AccidentPolicy limit settlement for a two-year-old injured at a local farm due to unsafe conditions. The case addressed premises liability and inadequate safety measures.
Georgia Negligent Security Lawyers
One of the most common types of premises liability cases we handle at Davies Hothem Injury Law is negligent security cases. If you or a loved one were the victim of a violent criminal act, you may have a claim for negligent security. If an owner or proprietor has reason to anticipate a criminal act on the property, it has a duty to exercise ordinary care to guard against injury from such crimes. Proving the foreseeability of the crime is essential in a negligent security case. At Davies Hothem Injury Law, we know how to obtain evidence that proves foreseeability, including the existence and notice of other criminal acts on or near the property.
How Much is My Claim Worth?
The value of your claim depends on the strength of the evidence and the extent of your injuries. Our Gainesville Premise Liability Attorneys can give you a general idea of the value of your claim during a free consultation. The types of damages typically compensated include:
- Loss of wages
- Medical expenses
- Funeral and burial costs
- Property damages
- Lost earning capacity
- Physical pain
- Mental suffering
- Emotional distress
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Contact our Gainesville, GA Premises Liability Lawyers
If you or a loved one has suffered serious personal injury or death on someone else’s property, contact our Gainesville, GA Premise Liability Attorneys at Davies Hothem Injury Law. Depending on the facts and circumstances, you may be entitled to compensation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gainesville Premises Liability Claims
What should I do after being injured on someone else’s property?
Report the accident to the property owner, manager, or an employee and ask for a copy of any incident report. Photograph the dangerous condition and the surrounding area before it is repaired or removed. You should also obtain witness contact information, preserve the clothing and shoes you were wearing, and seek medical attention for your injuries. Avoid giving a recorded statement to an insurance company before speaking with an attorney.
Learn more about what to do after being injured on someone's property here.
What evidence can prove how long a dangerous condition existed?
Surveillance footage, inspection logs, cleaning records, maintenance requests, employee schedules, photographs, electronic communications, and witness statements may help establish when the hazard developed. The appearance of the condition itself may also provide useful evidence. Because businesses may routinely delete video footage or discard records, an attorney can send a preservation notice requesting that relevant evidence be retained.
Learn more about evidence in premises liability cases here.
Can I recover compensation if I did not see the dangerous condition?
Possibly. Property owners and insurers often argue that an injured person should have noticed and avoided an “open and obvious” hazard. However, whether you could reasonably see the danger may depend on the lighting, placement of the hazard, distractions created by the property, your reason for being there, and other circumstances. Failing to notice a condition does not automatically eliminate your right to bring a claim.
Can I bring a claim if there was a warning sign near the hazard?
A warning sign does not automatically protect a property owner from liability. The warning must be visible, understandable, appropriately placed, and adequate for the particular danger. A sign that was blocked, difficult to read, placed too far from the hazard, or posted after the accident may not provide a sufficient warning.
Learn more about bringing a claim here.
Who may be responsible for an accident at an apartment complex?
Depending on where and how the injury occurred, potentially responsible parties may include the property owner, landlord, property management company, maintenance contractor, security company, or another tenant. Accidents in common areas such as stairways, sidewalks, parking lots, hallways, swimming pools, and playgrounds often require an investigation into which party controlled and maintained that area.