Decatur Premises Liability Lawyer

Millions Recovered for Premises Accident Victims

When you step onto another’s property – whether it’s an apartment complex, grocery store, restaurant, or shopping center – you expect reasonable measures to be in place to keep you safe. Unfortunately, some property owners neglect their duty to maintain a safe environment. 

If you or a loved one was injured due to unsafe conditions on another’s property, you may have the right to hold the owner or manager accountable.

At DGL Attorneys At Law, our trial-tested team draws on more than 70 years of combined experience—including service as Georgia State judges—to stand up for injury victims. We’ve won millions for clients in premises liability cases and are here to protect your rights every step of the way.

If you have questions about a potential case, our Decatur premises liability attorneys want to help. Call (770) 404-8239 or contact us online for a FREE consultation.

What Is Premises Liability in Georgia?

Premises liability refers to the legal responsibility property owners and occupiers have to maintain a safe environment for visitors, guests, or customers. Under Georgia law, this duty requires the property owner to:

1. Inspect the premises for hazardous conditions.
2. Repair or warn about any dangers that are known or reasonably discoverable.
3. Take precautions against foreseeable risks, including criminal activity.

When an owner or occupier fails in these responsibilities and someone is harmed, the injured party may have grounds for a premises liability claim. Common examples of premises liability incidents include:

• Slip and falls caused by wet floors, uneven surfaces, or poor lighting.
• Trip and falls due to debris, broken steps, or other hazards left unattended.
• Falling objects where property owners fail to secure shelves, fixtures, or signage properly.
• Negligent security leading to assault or other criminal acts on a property with a history of similar crimes.

Who Is Liable in a Premises Accident Case?

Premises liability claims often start by determining who owns, manages, or otherwise controls the property. Depending on the situation, multiple parties may share responsibility for your injury, such as:

• Landlords and Property Owners who lease apartments, retail stores, or offices.
• Business Owners and Occupiers responsible for day-to-day operations and safety procedures.
• Property Management Companies that oversee security, lighting, and maintenance.
• Security Contractors hired to deter or respond to criminal activity.

In Georgia, property owners are not automatically liable just because someone was injured on their property. The injured party must show that the owner or occupier knew or should have known about the hazard (or that the hazard was reasonably foreseeable) and failed to address it. Our Decatur premises liability lawyers are skilled at gathering the critical evidence necessary to show an owner’s breach of duty and link that breach to your injuries.

Negligent Security Cases

One prevalent type of premises liability claim in the Atlanta area involves negligent security. These cases arise when a property owner fails to take reasonable measures to safeguard visitors from foreseeable criminal acts. That can include installing proper lighting, hiring qualified security personnel, adding fencing or gates, and promptly responding to suspicious activity.

At DGL Attorneys At Law, our track record includes several multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements in negligent security cases, including:

• $31M Verdict (Negligent Security): Wrongful death at a mobile home park with repeated past crimes. Despite blaming the victim for confronting a thief, we proved the park’s owners neglected security, leading to a $31 million verdict.
• $11M Settlement (Negligent Security): A client was killed at an apartment complex with a known history of shootings. We obtained the full limits of the property’s insurance policy for the wrongful death claim.
• $9.1M Settlement (Negligent Security): Early settlement for the family of a valet worker shot and killed by a thief in a parking lot. The business ignored rampant criminal activity and failed to provide adequate security.
• $8.5M Settlement (Negligent Security): A client suffered a stroke during a robbery at a shopping center known for repeated crimes. We secured a significant settlement from both the property owner and security company.

Other Notable Premises Liability Results

In addition to our success litigating matters of negligent security, our team has recovered millions of dollars in compensation for victims injured in other types of premises accidents. Some examples of our results in this practice area include:

• $3M Settlement – Apartment Complex Robbery
• $1.6M Settlement – Apartment Complex Assault
• $1.375M Settlement – Restaurant Slip & Fall

See more of our results here.

How Much Is My Premises Liability Case Worth?

Assessing the value of a premises liability claim involves looking at several factors, including:

• Medical Expenses: Past and future costs for surgeries, therapy, medication, and ongoing treatment.
• Lost Wages & Future Earnings: Income lost due to time away from work, diminished earning capacity, and permanent disability.
• Pain & Suffering: Physical pain, emotional trauma, and reduced quality of life.
• Property Damage: Costs for damaged personal belongings.
• Punitive Damages: In some instances, courts may award extra damages to punish particularly reckless or egregious conduct by a property owner.

Because each premises liability case is unique, there is no fixed formula to determine what you might recover. However, hiring an experienced Decatur premises liability lawyer can significantly improve your chances of achieving a favorable outcome. 

At DGL Attorneys At Law, we investigate every detail to present compelling evidence on your behalf—helping you pursue the maximum compensation possible.

How We Can Help

When you choose our firm, you gain access to a team of highly respected litigators and former judges who know the law and the courtroom inside and out. We recognize the complexities involved in premises liability cases, especially when property owners and insurance companies fight back with defenses like “you assumed the risk” or “you should have been aware of the danger.” Our firm provides:

1. Thorough Investigation. We gather essential evidence—such as maintenance logs, prior crime reports, surveillance footage, and witness accounts—to prove negligence.
2. Expert Witnesses. We work with accident reconstructionists, security experts, medical professionals, and other specialists to substantiate your claim.
3. Skilled Negotiation. Insurance companies often attempt to settle claims quickly and for far less than they’re worth. Our negotiating team fights aggressively to secure a fair settlement.
4. Trial Experience. If a fair agreement isn’t on the table, we’re fully prepared to take your case to trial. With our proven track record in Georgia courtrooms, we won’t hesitate to fight for the verdict you deserve.
5. Compassionate Client Care. Dealing with an injury or wrongful death is overwhelming. We handle the legal legwork so you can focus on recovery or supporting your family.

Why Choose Us?

• Over 70 Years of Combined Experience: Our attorneys have won significant verdicts and settlements and hold leadership roles in Georgia’s legal community.
• Former Judges on Our Team: Attorneys DelCampo and Lopez served as Georgia State judges, giving us insight into how cases are evaluated from the bench.
• Proven Trial Success: We don’t just settle cases; we’re willing to go to trial and have won multi-million-dollar verdicts for our clients.
• Multilingual and Accessible: We are proud to serve diverse communities, offering bilingual representation in both English and Spanish.

Call For a FREE Consultation: (770) 404-8239

If you or a loved one suffered an injury due to unsafe conditions or negligent security in Decatur, don’t hesitate to reach out. Our team at DGL Attorneys At Law stands ready to review your case, explain your legal options, and fight for the compensation you deserve.

Our award-winning team serves clients across Decatur and beyond. Call (770) 404-8239 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.