What happens if I am injured on someone else’s property?

Most people believe that if you are injured on someone else’s property, the property owner is automatically responsible for compensating you for the injury. Actually, Minnesota law holds the property owner responsible for injuries that occur on their property only when they were negligent in causing the injury.

Whether or not a property owner was negligent usually requires some legal analysis. Therefore, we advise that you contact an attorney if you have been injured on someone’s property to determine whether or not you have a legal claim against the owner or manager of the property.

One of the most important things to do after you have been injured on someone’s property is to report the injury to the property owner. If possible, this should be done in writing. However, until you can notify the owner in writing, an initial phone call will suffice.

You should tell the owner generally what happened, where it happened, and briefly describe your injuries. Do not provide a recorded or written statement regarding the accident until you have had the opportunity to speak with a lawyer.

Also, because the problem that caused the fall may be eliminated soon after your fall, you should have someone take photographs of the area, as well as contact an attorney right away.

Even if you don’t have a legal claim against the owner of the property, you may be entitled to certain medical benefits under the property owner’s insurance company. Please contact our office right away so that we can provide you information on what benefits may be available to you.