Understanding Your Case
Premises liability is the area of California law that governs injuries occurring on someone else's property due to the owner's or occupier's negligence. It applies to a wide range of locations: retail stores, apartment complexes, office buildings, restaurants, parking lots, private residences, and public spaces.
The legal duty owed by a property owner depends on the nature of the property and your status as a visitor. California law generally requires that owners and occupiers maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition and warn visitors of dangers they know about — or should know about.
These cases often require detailed investigation. Insurance carriers for property owners are experienced at disputing knowledge of dangerous conditions, claiming the hazard was open and obvious, or arguing that you were not paying attention. At M and M Law Group, we build these cases on evidence — documentation, incident reports, maintenance records, and witness accounts — to establish what the owner knew, when they knew it, and what they failed to do.
How M and M Law Group Helps
Premises Inspection and Documentation
We document the dangerous condition as quickly as possible — before it is repaired, altered, or conveniently forgotten. Evidence at the scene is often critical.
Notice Investigation
We investigate what the property owner knew — or should have known — about the hazard, using maintenance records, prior complaints, and inspection history.
Liability Chain Analysis
We identify all responsible parties: the property owner, property management companies, contractors, tenants, and their respective insurers.
Medical and Injury Documentation
Premises injuries often include fractures, spinal injuries, head trauma, and soft tissue damage. We document the full scope and long-term impact.
Insurance Claim Management
Property owner insurers are aggressive in disputing liability and minimizing payouts. We handle all communications and negotiations on your behalf.
Litigation When Necessary
Some property owners and their insurers refuse to acknowledge responsibility. We file suit and pursue your claim through the court system when needed.
How These Cases Often Arise
- Wet or slippery floors without adequate warning signs in stores or restaurants
- Broken, uneven, or cracked sidewalks and walkways
- Inadequate lighting in parking lots, stairwells, and common areas
- Defective or broken handrails and guardrails on stairs or balconies
- Dog bites and animal attacks on private or commercial property
- Swimming pool accidents due to lack of fencing, signage, or supervision
- Falling merchandise or shelving in retail environments
- Negligent security failures leading to assault or criminal harm
Damages You May Be Entitled To
- Medical treatment costs including emergency care and surgery
- Physical rehabilitation and long-term therapy
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity from inability to work
- Pain and suffering — acute and chronic
- Emotional distress and anxiety related to the incident
- Permanent disability or disfigurement
- Future medical care where injuries are ongoing
Why Clients Choose M and M Law Group
Premises liability cases in Glendale and Los Angeles require a firm that understands California property law, moves quickly to preserve evidence, and is willing to take on property owners and their insurers who dispute responsibility. At M and M Law Group, Attorney Marine Davtyan, Esq. handles these cases directly, and we do not collect fees unless you recover.
- Direct access to your attorney from day one
- Contingency fee basis — no fees unless you recover
- Deep knowledge of Glendale and Los Angeles courts
- Strategic case-building from the start — not just settlement negotiation
- Clear, consistent communication throughout your case