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Accidents on Another’s Property, How States Determine Damages

Monday, December 12th, 2011
When trying to recover compensation for an injury that happened on someone else’s property, did you know that all states are not created equal? I’m not just saying this because I live in the best state of all, Texas; I say this because the hurdle that any plaintiff must face is dependent on the nature and extent of the property owner’s duty. This duty will vary depending on the facts and jurisdiction of the situation.  Listed below are two different methods that states use to determine if damages will be awarded to a plaintiff when the injury is sustained on someone else’s property.
Some states focus solely on whether an injured visitor on your property is an invitee, licensee, or trespasser.
An invitee is someone who has been invited onto your property, such as a customer in a store. In this situation the owner of property is required to exercise reasonable care for the safety of the invitee.
A licensee is someone who enters upon the land for his or her own purpose, and is present at the consent, but not the invitation, of the owner, much like a door-to-door salesman. The owner’s duty to a licensee is only to warn of hidden dangers.
A trespasser is an individual who enters onto a property without the knowledge or consent of the owner.  The owner’s only duty is to not place traps and hazards on their property, and warn trespassers of any hazards that can cause serious injury or death like a dog.
Other states focus upon the condition of the property and the activities of both the visitor and owner, instead of considering only the status of the visitor.
In these states there is a uniform standard that requires the property owner to exercise reasonable care to both invitees and Licensees when on a property.
Trespassers are factored into these states are when you are dealing with foreseeable harm to a child.  A classic example of this is a property owner’s duty to fence, gate and lock a pool in a manner that keeps children out.  If the property owner fails to do so and a child is hurt, they are liable for damages.
In these states it is the burden of the plaintiff to prove that reasonable care was not meet by the property owner.  To do this there must be an examination of the circumstance when entering the property, the use of the property, the foreseeability of the plaintiff’s injury, and the reasonableness of the care taken to place a warning or fix the condition.
While this article defines the different methods used by states to determine damages in accident’s which occur on another’s property, it has probably left more questions than answers.  If you don’t know the way your state determines damages you should contact an attorney to find out.  If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident in Texas that occurred on someone else’s property and need some guidance, contact Haire Law Firm for a free consultation to see how we can help.

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When trying to recover compensation for an injury that happened on someone else’s property, did you know that all states are not created equal? I’m not just saying this because I live in the best state of all, Texas; I say this because the hurdle that any plaintiff must face is dependent on the nature and extent of the property owner’s duty. This duty will vary depending on the facts and jurisdiction of the situation.  Listed below are two different methods that states use to determine if damages will be awarded to a plaintiff when the injury is sustained on someone else’s property. (more…)

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Big Rig Wrongful Death Accidents in the US

Tuesday, October 4th, 2011

Truck Accident Lawyers

Let’s face it; driving is a big responsibility.  Most people do not understand the fact that driving is considered a privilege by the states that issue our licenses.  The police and the driving laws they enforce can only protect us so much.  While driving a vehicle is hard enough to do with law abiding motorists, it is even harder to do with those who take this responsibility lightly.  In 2008 over 10.2 million car accidents were reported, of those. 33% resulted in a fatality.  While this number is relatively low, the numbers of fatalities from big rig accidents are much higher.  That same year, of the 123,918 accidents reported, a staggering 3.9% resulted in death.  With an estimated 15.5 million trucks licensed to drive in the U.S., our highways only seem to get more and more dangerous when traveling.  Because most vehicles are at a disadvantage if they get into an accident with a big rig, listed below are questions you should ask to know if you need a lawyer because of wrongful death.

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Alcohol related deaths Texas

Thursday, August 11th, 2011

As per the Texas department of transportation the following is a result of persons being over the legal limit causing fatal injuries. Info taken from the 2009 press release as stated, of 835 fatal accidents 412 were .080% and over the legal limit. At this percentage of intoxication you can cause very serious injuries to ones self and others involved. Knowing when to stop or when to not drive is incumbered by the effects of the alcohol content in your system. Be wise and be a friend to those who you might think are out of control. If you know a family member or friend that has been injured by a drunk driver- Give them our info. There is no fees unless we recover. Contact the Haire law group at 940-484-5555 or click here to send us a message. www.hrj-law.com

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Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of teen deaths

Tuesday, August 9th, 2011

The National Safety Council provides some sobering statistics on teen car accidents. According to the NSC, young drivers are involved in a staggering six million collisions every year.

Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of teen deaths, accounting for 38% of all teen fatalities in the U.S. In fact, every day, more than 10 drivers in the 15 to 20 age group are killed in car accidents. An additional 745 are injured.

If you or your child have been hurt in a motor vehicle collision caused by someone else’s negligence, contact a us today to learn about your legal rights. You may be able to recover compensation for your lost wages, medical bills and even your pain and suffering. Send us a message here.

The Haire law group

www.hrj-law.com

940-484-5555

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Car crash in Texas

Tuesday, July 5th, 2011

Often with auto accidents, the injuries incurred are severe, even leading up to death. If you have suffered a personal injury in a car crash in Texas, you need an experienced attorney on your side to help ensure that you obtain the compensation you need to cover your losses. Give Haire Law a call today and get the answers you need. Call 24/7 940-484-5555

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Motor vehicle accident Texas

Tuesday, July 5th, 2011

As the number of vehicles on U.S. roadways increase, so do the number of car accidents. Individuals who are injured as a result of a motor vehicle accident may be eligible for damages for injuries or property damage incurred. It is important to contact us immediately if you or a loved one has been injured in a:

  • Car accident
  • Motorcycle accident
  • Truck accident
  • Pedestrian accident
  • TBI- Traumatic brain injury

The Haire Law firm, 940-484-5555

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Motorcycle Crashes and Causes

Friday, May 6th, 2011

Motorcycle Crashes and Causes

Whether you were riding a Harley or a Honda, seek legal and medical attention after an accident. Motorcycle crashes usually involve distracted, inattentive, or drunk drivers, or hazardous road conditions, and can result in:

  • a motorcycle being forced off the road
  • a head-on collision with the other vehicle
  • a motorcycle being hit at the side or rear
  • a motorcycle going down in the road, vulnerable to other traffic
  • a motorcycle being tossed in the air

Legal Representation by a Fellow Motorcyclist

Our cycle-riding, motorcycle crash lawyers understand the prejudice and bias that are often directed at motorcycle operators, first-hand. In accidents involving motorcycles, we know that the motorcycle driver often is assumed to be at fault. Our Texas attorneys, Rocky Haire and Justin Steinbock, know how to combat this bias in pursuing your claim for motorcycle injuries suffered as a result of the carelessness or inattention of another driver.

A used car dealer has a duty to discover and repair any obvious defects in the vehicle, or defects that are reasonably discoverable.

Contact Rocky Haire and Justin Steinbock at the Denton office of Haire Law Firm to schedule an initial consultation about Motorcycle Accidents.

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Motorcycle rider fatalities

Friday, May 6th, 2011

Between 1997 and 2008, motorcycle rider fatalities increased from 2,116 to 5,290 – a 150 percent jump, according to U.S. Department of Transportation’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System. In 2008 alone, deaths due to motorcycle crashes rose by an estimated 2.2 percent while all other vehicle classes saw reductions in fatalities.

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Hyperthermia (heat stroke/heat related) Deaths:

Friday, May 6th, 2011

Hyperthermia (heat stroke/heat related) Deaths: Last year there were 49 children in the U.S. killed by hyperthermia (heat-stroke). Unfortunately, Texas led the nation with 13 of those deaths. Never Leave Your Child Alone in a Car, a Safe Kids Wordwide program, is dedicated to educating the public about this issue. For information on how you can prevent child hyperthermia deaths from occurring, visit Safe Kids.

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Injuries to children

Wednesday, March 9th, 2011

Injuries to children are among the most distressing. Very young children cannot really communicate their suffering or their understanding of an accident. Older children may somehow think that an accident was “their fault.” Adolescents are on the threshold of adult life. As parents ourselves, have a genuine understanding of your situation. Our Denton child injury attorneys, Rocky Haire and Justin Steinbock, provide you with skilled and persistent representation when your child is injured in an accident.

Why You Need Compensation for a Child’s Injury

While compensation cannot erase the fear, the anguish, and the pain your family is experiencing, it can help with medical bills, rehabilitation, emotional suffering, nursing care at home, and many of the costs associated with a serious accident to your child. To discuss filing an accident injury claim for your child’s injures, contact the compassionate and knowledgeable accident injury lawyers at our firm today. Contact Haire Law Firm, to schedule a free initial consultation.

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