Premises liability comparative negligence is a law that allows the victim of a slip and fall to recover compensation from the negligent property owner, even if the injured party contributed to his or her injuries.
Comparative negligence is a form of negligence that applied to claims filed in South Carolina. Claims filed in North Carolina must follow contributory negligence laws.
If you file a premises liability claim, and the jury finds that you were 10% responsible for the injuries you sustained, then the property owner will only have to compensate you for 90% of the damages.
In many cases, comparative negligence is only applicable if you are 50% or less liable. If the jury determines that you are more than 50% liable, then you may not be able to collect any compensation from your premises liability claim.
Premises liability comparative negligence can be a huge benefit in settling your slip and fall claim. However, comparative negligence can also be difficult to prove, so it is a good idea to hire a premises liability lawyer who understands the rules and regulations.
Comparative negligence can be a difficult concept, and proving to the jury that you are only partly responsible for your injuries can be complicated. By hiring an experienced premises liability lawyer, you will have a better chance at recovering compensation.
If you have been injured from any type of premises liability, you may be able to recover both economic and non-economic damages:
- Pain and Suffering
- Mental Anguish
- Lost Wages
- Medical Bills
- Future Medical Costs
- Permanent Disability
Learn more about other types of premises liability negligence, such as contributory negligence and negligence.
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