Premises Liability, Property Owner Responsibilities, And Liability Waivers

Can you be held liable if someone is injured on your property, and do liability waivers really protect you from lawsuits?

On this episode of Legal Live, Justin is joined by Florida premises liability attorney Ross Evans to discuss property owner responsibilities, liability waivers, and what both businesses and individuals should know about protecting themselves from legal claims.

They discuss:

• The basics of premises liability, common misconceptions, and why property owners in Florida are not automatically responsible for every injury that occurs on their property.
• Property owners' duties to invitees, licensees, and trespassers, including when warnings may be insufficient, how dangerous conditions can create liability, and why setting traps for trespassers can lead to legal consequences.
• Liability waivers for businesses, sporting events, haunted houses, and other activities, including what makes a waiver enforceable, why AI-generated waivers may fall short, and the importance of including appropriate medical and event-specific provisions.
• What to do after an injury on someone else's property, including documenting the scene, preserving evidence, and gathering information that may be important if a claim is filed.

Plus, callers ask real-world legal questions about:

• Whether homeowners can be held liable for injuries to burglars or trespassers, including situations involving traps or security measures.
• The legal use of force when detaining a suspected burglar until law enforcement arrives.
• Liability concerns for property owners operating a gun range and whether warning signs provide adequate legal protection.

If you've been injured in Florida, Georgia, or South Carolina and are seeking legal representation, call Farah & Farah at (866) 599-0806 or visit farahandfarah.com. There is never a fee for your personal injury consultation.