Premises Liability

Airbnb is the most popular short-term rental facilitator in the world, although it is not the only such platform. In 2024 Airbnb recorded nearly 500 million bookings. With this kind of volume, guest injuries are going to occur, like it or not, even if the rate of injury per 1,000 guests is low. In case…

As a property owner, how far do you have to go to protect guests and trespassers from injury and death? This is known as premises liability. The state of Washington, like every other state, applies its own premises liability law. These laws differ a bit from state to state. Washington uses the traditional invitee/licensee/trespasser classifications,…

Every day, thousands of people across the U.S. slip and fall through no fault of their own. We’re talking about shoppers, pedestrians, people visiting their doctors, workers, and more. Slip and fall accidents don’t always look like much, until you’re the one on the ground. One second, you’re walking through a grocery store or crossing…

It’s no secret that our beautiful town of Vancouver, WA has plenty to offer to both its residents and to those who come to visit from other states and cities. From boating on the Columbia River to restaurants that offer farm-to-table dining experiences, to wineries and art galleries, our growing city is becoming a year-round…

When we consider accidents that result in severe injury, we might think of car accidents or perhaps an accident involving fire (like a backyard barbecue), or explosives (fireworks), or maybe an accident that happens at a construction site (some heavy machinery malfunctioning or falling on someone). A slip and fall accident, while perhaps seeming mundane…

Property owners owe a duty of care to people they invite onto their property and people who have permission to be on their property. Property owners generally do not owe a duty of care to anyone who trespasses on their property – with one key exception. The exception is known in Washington state as the…

Business owners have a duty to ensure that their property is safe for customers, suppliers, and anyone who the business expects to use the property. Business owners need to prioritize protecting people who visit the property from slips and falls. The most common type of accident at a retail store, apartment complex, hotel, or any…