If you have been injured in an apartment accident due to the negligence of your landlord, continue reading to learn how a personal injury attorney can assist you. You may be eligible to recover compensation in a personal injury claim. Give our firm a call today to learn more about our services and how we can assist you.

What are the most common causes of apartment accidents in Georgia?

The most common cause of apartment accidents are typically forms of landlord negligence. The following are the most common causes of apartment accidents:

• Failure to ensure stairways are safe
• Poorly lit parking lots
• Unsafe apartment sidewalks
• Failure to install smoke alarms
• Failure to install carbon monoxide detectors

What should I do following sustaining injuries in an apartment accident?

Take the following steps after being injured in an apartment accident to protect yourself and your future personal injury claim:

1. Alert the police of your accident. The police will bring medical attention to the scene. They will also document the accident by conducting a police report.
2. Once you have been treated for your injuries, it is important that you collect the medical documentation relating to your treatment. These documents should state the date, time, and severity of your injuries.
3. Take photos of the hazards that led to your accident.
4. Notify your landlord of your accident as soon as possible.
5. Collect any witnesses’ contact information.
6. Retain the services of an experienced personal injury attorney who will work to satisfy the burden of proof to recover the compensation you require to heal. An attorney will also work to recover further evidence to support your claim such as surveillance footage of your accident as it happened.

How long will I have to take legal action against my negligent landlord after an apartment accident?

The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Georgia is generally two years. This means that you will have two years after your apartment accident to take legal action against your negligent landlord. Failure to file your claim within two years may result in you being permanently barred from suing. The sooner you bring attention to your claim, the better. To begin this process and get started as soon as possible, reach out to our experienced personal injury attorney today. Our knowledgeable legal team will work to satisfy the burned of proof to recover the compensation you require to heal and move forward with your life.

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