Premises Liability

If you live in a rental property in California, your landlord is beholden to certain responsibilities so that your dwelling remains safe and habitable. It's important for you as a tenant to be aware of these responsibilities in the event discrepancies occur, while also knowing what you are ultimately responsible for according to the law.The California Department of Consumer Affairs provides a comprehensive listing of mandatory duties that your landlord must perform. Fire prevention is...

Shopping carts are a staple of virtually every retail space in Orange County, from grocery stores to clothing outlets. Despite their practicality, carts can pose a significant risk to children under certain circumstances. Resulting injuries can be quite severe, particularly when they involve the head or neck.The Washington Post reports on the increasing rates of injury associated with shopping carts. Data compiled from emergency room visits shows that approximately 530,494 children were harmed by shopping...

As summer rapidly approaches, Orange County homeowners may be in search of the best methods for keeping their swimming pools safe. This is especially important when children are on the premises, whether they live in the home or are visiting friends and relatives.According to Pool Safely.gov, the best defense against swimming related accidents onyour property is having the right equipment at your disposal. Fencing is of the utmost importance in this case, and implementing gates...

As a tenant in California, your landlord must ensure that your living space is safe and habitable for all. So what happens when a property owner refuses to uphold those basic requirements necessary to create a safe home? Knowing your rights as a tenant is essential to this end, particularly when a landlord neglects a property to the point that it becomes dangerous.The California Department of Consumer Affairs spells out what sort of conditions constitute...

Falling trees can wreak havoc on California homes, in addition to posing a very real threat of bodily injury. Unfortunately determining homeowner responsibility in these cases can prove difficult, according to the Washington Post.While most are under the impression that homeowners would be liable for any damage caused by trees falling from their property, this isn't always the case. In order to hold a party responsible, negligence must be proven (i.e. the owner of the...