Richmond Premises Liability Lawyer
Injuries on Dangerous Property
If you’ve been injured due to unsafe conditions on someone else’s property, you’re not alone—and you may have a right to compensation. At Blank & Marcus, we help people across Richmond, Henrico, Chesterfield, and Central Virginia recover what they deserve after serious falls, building hazards, poor security, and other preventable dangers. Property owners are legally responsible for keeping their spaces safe. When they don’t, we hold them accountable.
Hazards Can Happen Anywhere—And We’ve Seen It All
Whether you slipped at a grocery store, tripped on a broken step at an apartment complex, or were attacked in a poorly lit parking lot, you may have a premises liability case. We handle injury claims involving:
- Wet floors, spills, and ice (slip & fall)
- Uneven sidewalks, torn carpets, loose cords (trip & fall)
- Collapsing balconies, falling ceilings, and other building failures
- Poor lighting or lack of security that leads to assault or robbery
- Pool drownings and accidents involving unlocked gates or lack of supervision
- Dog bites on private or commercial property
- Fires, exposed wiring, and carbon monoxide leaks
We Understand How Virginia Premises Liability Law Works
To win a property injury case in Virginia, you must prove the owner either knew about the hazard—or should have—and failed to fix it in time. We act quickly to gather the evidence that shows how their carelessness caused your injury. And because Virginia follows a pure contributory negligence rule, it’s especially critical to work with a lawyer who knows how to shut down attempts to blame you.
We also help explain how the law treats different visitors:
- Invitees (like customers or tenants) are owed the highest duty of care
- Licensees (social guests) are still protected
- Even trespassers, in some cases, may have limited rights—especially if children are involved (e.g. pool injuries)
Slip & Fall Injuries Deserve Serious Attention
Falls are the most common type of premises liability claim—and also the most dismissed by insurance companies. Our firm treats them with the urgency they deserve. We’ve helped clients hurt by icy sidewalks in The Fan, slippery dance floors on Broad Street, and defective steps in apartment complexes off Midlothian Turnpike.
- $1,775,000 for a slip on ice
- $750,000 for a fall on a wet nightclub floor
Beyond Slips: Our Lawyers Take On Tough Property Claims
We’re not just a slip-and-fall firm. Blank & Marcus handles all kinds of premises liability cases, including:
- Negligent security – attacks in hotels, apartment buildings, and parking lots
- Drownings and pool injuries – when safety rules are ignored
- Falling debris or collapsing structures – from balconies to shelves
- Dog attacks – whether at a residence or business
Many of these cases are complex and require experienced legal investigation. That’s why we prepare every case as if it’s going to trial—and why we get results others don’t.
Proven Results in Property Injury Cases
Our team has secured millions for injured clients in premises cases. Highlights include:
- $4,000,000 settlement for a fall from a balcony
- $850,000 drowning settlement in Henrico
- $750,000 settlement for a commercial dance floor fall
Frequently Asked Questions About Premises Liability in Virginia
Can I sue a business if I slipped and fell there?
Yes. If you slipped and fell at a Richmond business due to a hazardous condition—like a wet floor or poor lighting—you may have a claim. You’ll need to prove the business knew (or should have known) about the danger and didn’t act in time to fix it or warn you. That’s where our team steps in.
What’s the time limit to file a premises liability claim in Virginia?
In most cases, Virginia gives you two years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit. But it’s best to contact a lawyer right away—evidence can disappear quickly, and witnesses may become hard to reach.
Does Virginia’s contributory negligence rule apply to premises cases?
Yes. If a court finds you even 1% at fault for your injury (for example, “not watching where you were going”), you could be barred from recovering anything. That’s why strong legal representation is critical in property injury cases.
How much is my premises liability case worth?
It depends on your medical bills, lost income, future care needs, and the seriousness of your injury. Our Richmond injury lawyers build every case with an eye toward maximum recovery—and we’ll be honest about what you can expect.
Who can be held responsible for a premises injury?
It could be a business owner, a landlord, a homeowner, a property management company, or even a government agency. Our firm investigates who had control over the property and whether they failed to keep it safe.
Do I have to go to court?
Not always. Many premises liability cases settle out of court. But if the insurance company refuses to be fair, we’re fully prepared to go to trial—and we have a strong record of doing just that.
Injured Due to Property Negligence? Talk to Us Today
If you or someone you love has been hurt due to a property owner’s carelessness, we want to hear your story. Our consultations are always free, and there are no fees unless we recover for you.