How does one prove a homeowner was negligent in a premises liability case?

You have to provide evidence that the homeowner failed in their duty of care towards visitors. For example, everyone´s home must be structurally sound enough for visitors to enter without risk of injury. So, if you trip over on broken tiles that are sticking up you could have a case. Ideally, you would want a photo of what you tripped over, witness statements and medical records that prove you were injured. This would constitute strong evidence for your injury case.

What do I need to know about Ontario's premises liability law?

You need to know what your responsibilities are under Ontario´s premises liability law. Without that knowledge, it is impossible to know how to maintain your property in a way that keeps visitors safe. Being familiar with the rules will also help you to understand whether you can sue the owner if you are injured yourself while visiting commercial premises or someone´s home.

Am I going to be held liable for a teenage kid who gets hurt trespassing in my property?

Potentially, you could be held liable for the injuries that a teenage kid suffers while trespassing on your property. This is certainly the case if she cuts herself on the glass that you have had imbedded in the top of the wall to put people off from climbing over it. But you are not likely to be held liable if she trips over something on your shop floor in the dark while breaking in.

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Tips To Get Your Home Ready For A Safe Summer

Jeremy Diamond
Categories: Media
Tags: AskDarrylSinger, Diamond and Diamond, Fire safety in the home, Home Ready For A Safe Summer, home tips
June 18, 2019

#AskDarrylSinger Families spend a great deal of time planning their annual summer vacation. However, when you consider how much time most Ontario families will spend entertaining family and friends in the homes and backyards this summer, the time you spend now ensuring your home is prepared for members of your family and invited guests to relax and safely enjoy activities together. Fire safety in the home and backyard You took a big step toward protecting the occupants of your home by installing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, but they cannot function properly unless you periodically change the batteries. Don’t wait ... Read more