Being a homeowner or landlord opens the door to lawsuits. Lawsuits are almost certain to follow when someone is accidentally injured. Dog bites have been responsible for numerous injuries. Trees toppling in windstorms and landing on the neighbors house or car do not always lead to amicable settlements. Tenants complain about loose railings, dangerous stairs, lead paint and inadequate security.
Some lawsuits are valid, but others may be fraudulent. Determining who is at fault can be difficult, but is necessary. Anyone who owns property and is facing an injury lawsuit, needs to consult an attorney to protect their rights and property. Damages and medical bills can be significant. Many legal liability cases involve gray areas where the truth is not obvious. For example, if a contractor is doing work on the property and someone is injured because of the contractor’s negligence, who is responsible? Should there be shared liability? What if the contractor’s insurance had lapsed or is inadequate?
A Chicago Premises Liability Attorney will be able to analyze the claim. They will negotiate with insurance companies and review medical reports. If the case goes to trial, it is essential to have an experienced trial attorney defending his client’s rights and property. A successful prosecution could easily force a property owner into bankruptcy and destroy their quality of life. The other side will have attorneys; the property owner also needs experienced, skilled representation.
Jim Bizzieri opened Bizzieri Law Offices in 2009 in order to represent injured people and to protect property owners as a premises liability attorney in Chicago area. A Chicago native, Jim had previously practiced at a Chicago litigation defense firm where he successfully defended clients in numerous cases and won million dollar settlements for his clients in negligent supervision cases. Mr. Bizzieri earned his Juris Doctorate from John Marshall Law School and is affiliated with the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, the Justinian Law Society and several bar associations. Jim and his wife Renee have two young children. Anyone facing a premises liability situation, should strongly consider contacting Jim Bizzieri for a free initial conversation to discover how to protect their property investment.
