Boston Premises Liability

Injured on Someone Else’s Property? You Deserve Compassion & Fierce Advocacy.

If you’ve suffered an injury because of a dangerous condition on someone else’s property, you may feel frustrated and uncertain about what to do next. At Avalon Law Offices, P.C., we recognize the kinds of pain, stress, and financial uncertainty that can accompany such accidents. We also know that many seemingly insignificant hazards, from a wet floor in a supermarket to a loose handrail in an apartment building, can cause serious, life-altering injuries. 

Should you or someone you love sustain an injury on another’s property, you don’t have to bear the burden alone. We’re here to protect your rights, fight for full compensation, and hold negligent property owners accountable. 

Whether your accident occurred in a store, apartment complex, public walkway, or private business, we’ll treat your case with the seriousness it demands. With decades of experience and thousands of cases handled, you can rely on Avalon Law Offices, P.C. for the skilled and knowledgeable representation you deserve.

Call (617) 765-9454 or reach out to us online to request a free consultation. Proudly, our Boston premises liability attorneys represent clients throughout the Greater Boston Area and the North Shore and South Shore.

How We Support Premises Liability Claimants

When you turn to us after a premises-related injury, we can do the following and more:

• Conduct a full investigation – We’ll gather all necessary evidence to determine the cause of your injuries and the responsible party.
• Document hazardous conditions – Whether it was a spill, broken stair, poor lighting, ice, or structural hazard, we’ll record the danger in detail and work to show that the property owner knew (or should have known) about it.
• Establish liability – We’ll assess whether the owner or occupier breached their duty of care and identify all responsible parties. These could include landlords, tenants, property managers, maintenance companies, and others. 
• Manage all communications and negotiations – We’ll handle the insurance companies and defense lawyers, protecting you from pressure tactics and unfair settlement offers.
• Prepare your case for trial if necessary – If an adequate settlement isn’t possible, we’re ready to fight for you in court. Our trial team has the resources and know-how to go the distance to secure full and fair compensation.
• Provide guidance and support throughout recovery – For clients under our care, we offer around-the-clock assistance. With us, you can get prompt answers to questions and concerns when it matters the most. 

Understanding Massachusetts Premises Liability Law

Under Massachusetts law, a property owner or occupier (anyone who controls the premises) owes a duty of reasonable care to those who have lawfully entered their property. 

That duty means the owner must take measures to prevent harm that may be caused by hazards or other risks. If an owner’s failure to fulfill this duty leads to an injury, the injured person may have a valid premises liability claim. 

To succeed in such a claim, an injured person must prove four key elements: 

1. The property owner or occupier owed the person a duty of care
2. A breach of duty occurred
3. The breach led to an accident that caused an injury
4. The injury caused the claimant to sustain damages