Proven Trial Attorneys for Property Injury Claims Across Arizona
When a property owner’s negligence causes you harm, Arizona law gives you the right to pursue full compensation for your injuries. At Gill Law Firm, we represent individuals and families throughout Arizona who have been seriously hurt due to unsafe conditions on commercial and residential properties. Our Arizona premises liability attorneys bring more than three decades of combined trial experience to every case, and we have a track record that includes a $3.8 million jury verdict in a Coconino County slip and fall case. We handle all aspects of premises liability litigation and charge no fee unless we recover compensation for you.
Why Hire Gill Law Firm for Your Premises Liability Case
Premises liability cases require more than a basic understanding of negligence law. Insurance companies representing property owners rely on aggressive tactics to reduce or deny claims, and they often argue that the injured person was responsible for their own harm. You need a legal team that understands how the defense operates and knows how to counter those strategies.
Our founding attorney, Jeffrey Gill, spent years defending physicians and hospitals before shifting his practice to represent injured people. That experience gives our firm an insider perspective on how defense teams build their cases. We use that knowledge to anticipate and dismantle the arguments property owners and their insurers raise against you.
When you work with our firm, you get:
- Two experienced trial attorneys assigned to your case from day one
- A track record of success with millions recovered in settlements and verdicts for clients
- A selective caseload that ensures every client receives dedicated, hands-on attention
- A willingness to take your case to trial when a fair settlement is not offered
- Free consultations with no fee unless we obtain a monetary recovery
Our team has turned down seven-figure settlement offers to take cases to trial when our clients believed a jury should hear the full story. That determination has resulted in verdicts like our $3.8 million Top 10 verdict in Coconino County for a premises liability claim.
What Qualifies as a Premises Liability Claim in Arizona?
Premises liability refers to the legal responsibility that property owners and occupiers have for injuries that occur on their property. This area of law requires that property owners maintain a safe environment for those who enter their premises.
A property owner in Arizona is not automatically liable for an accident on their property. Liability only arises if their negligence contributed to the victim’s injuries.
We handle all types of premises liability claims across Arizona, including those involving:
- Slip and fall accidents caused by wet floors, uneven surfaces, or debris
- Trip hazards from damaged sidewalks, broken stairs, or loose carpeting
- Negligent security leading to assaults or criminal attacks
- Swimming pool accidents and drowning incidents
- Falling objects or collapsing structures
- Inadequate maintenance of lighting, handrails, or walkways
- Dog bites and animal attacks on a property owner’s premises
- Exposure to hazardous materials or toxic chemicals
Whether the injury occurred at a grocery store, apartment complex, restaurant, hotel, office building, or private residence, we can evaluate your claim and advise you on your legal options. Our attorneys handle cases from our Buckeye office and represent clients throughout Phoenix, the West Valley, Flagstaff, Tucson, Glendale, and the entire state.
How Does Arizona Determine Liability in Property Injury Cases?
Arizona is one of the few states that has retained the traditional distinctions between invitees, licensees and trespassers. The duty of care a property owner owes depends on the injured person’s status at the time of the incident.
Invitees are those with expressed or implied permission to enter the property for business reasons, which may include customers at a movie theater, car repair shop, or grocery store. Property owners owe invitees the highest duty of care. By law, they are required to maintain the property in a reasonably safe condition, regularly inspect for hazards, warn invitees of unreasonably dangerous conditions, and promptly address any dangers.
Licensees refer to anyone who visits a property with permission for non-business reasons. For example, if you go to a friend’s house for a barbecue, you are considered a licensee. Arizona premises liability laws state that property owners must warn licensees about any concealed dangers or hazardous conditions they know about on the property.
Property owners typically owe no duty of care to adult trespassers. However, they may be held liable if they willfully or wantonly injure the trespasser.
Arizona applies the ‘attractive nuisance’ doctrine, which can require property owners to take reasonable steps, such as properly fencing a swimming pool, to protect child trespassers from artificial conditions that pose an unreasonable risk of harm.
A landmark 2025 Arizona Supreme Court decision further strengthened protections for injured visitors. In Perez v. Circle K Convenience Stores, the Arizona Supreme Court held that whether a condition was unreasonably dangerous is irrelevant to the issue of whether the business had a duty to provide a remedy or warning of the condition.
After Perez, businesses cannot avoid their duty to customers simply by arguing that a hazard was open and obvious. Instead, the obviousness of a condition is considered in deciding whether the business breached its duty and caused the injury.
What Compensation Can You Recover After a Property Injury?
Arizona does not cap damages in personal injury or wrongful death cases. The Arizona Constitution explicitly prohibits limiting the amount of damages a person can recover for personal injuries or death. This means that if a negligent property owner caused your injuries, you can pursue compensation for the full extent of your losses.
The types of damages available in an Arizona premises liability case include:
- Medical expenses, including emergency treatment, surgeries, hospital stays, and ongoing rehabilitation
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity if your injuries prevent you from working
- Pain and suffering resulting from physical injuries and emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life when injuries affect your ability to participate in daily activities
- Disfigurement or permanent disability caused by the accident
- Loss of consortium for the impact on your relationships with family members
Arizona follows a pure comparative negligence system, meaning each party’s responsibility is weighed in determining damages. If someone is injured, they can recover compensation even if they were partly at fault. However, their percentage of fault reduces the final award. For example, if you are found to be 20 percent at fault for your injuries and your total damages are $100,000, you could still recover $80,000.
What Evidence Strengthens a Premises Liability Case?
Building a strong premises liability claim requires thorough documentation of the hazardous condition, the property owner’s knowledge of that condition, and the resulting injuries. You must prove that either the property owner created the dangerous condition, the property owner knew the dangerous condition existed, or the condition existed for a period of time sufficient for the property owner to discover it.
Key evidence that can support your claim includes:
- Photographs and videos of the hazardous condition taken at the scene
- Surveillance footage from the property showing the accident and the condition leading up to it
- Incident reports filed with the property owner or business manager
- Witness statements from anyone who saw the accident or the dangerous condition
- Medical records linking your injuries directly to the accident
- Maintenance logs, inspection records, and prior complaints about the same hazard
Time is critical in premises liability cases because property owners often repair hazardous conditions quickly after an accident. An attorney can help locate various forms of evidence, such as surveillance footage, employee schedules, maintenance logs, witness accounts or prior complaints about the same hazard. Contacting an attorney early gives your legal team the best opportunity to preserve this evidence before it disappears.
What Should You Expect During the Claims Process?
When you contact Gill Law Firm about a premises liability claim, we begin with a free case evaluation to understand what happened and assess the strength of your potential case. From there, our process follows a clear path designed to build the strongest case possible.
We start with an independent investigation of the accident scene, gathering evidence and identifying all potentially liable parties. Our attorneys then handle all communication with the property owner’s insurance company so you can focus on your recovery. We calculate the full value of your damages, including projected future medical costs and lost earning capacity, before entering settlement negotiations.
If the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation, we prepare your case for trial. Our firm has a reputation for following through on that commitment. With multi-million dollar jury verdicts on our record, insurance companies understand that we will present your case to a jury when necessary.
What Is the Statute of Limitations for Premises Liability Claims in Arizona?
The statute of limitations for filing a premises liability claim is two years from the date of injury. There is also a separate requirement for claims against government entities. Arizona requires a notice of claim letter to be filed with the specific government agency within 180 days of when the cause of action accrues.
Missing either deadline can permanently bar you from recovering compensation, so it is important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible after your injury.
Talk to an Arizona Premises Liability Attorney Today
If you or a loved one was injured because of a dangerous condition on someone else’s property, Gill Law Firm is ready to fight for the compensation you deserve. We take cases on contingency, which means you pay nothing unless we obtain a monetary recovery. Contact us today for a free consultation to get started with our experienced personal injury legal team.
How long do premises liability cases take to resolve in Arizona?
The timeline varies depending on the complexity of the case, the severity of your injuries, and whether a fair settlement can be reached. Some cases resolve through negotiation within several months, while others require litigation and may take a year or longer.
Can I file a premises liability claim if I was partly at fault for my injury?
Yes. Arizona follows a pure comparative negligence system, allowing injured parties to recover compensation even if partially at fault, though their award is reduced by their percentage of fault. Even if the property owner argues you share responsibility, you may still recover a significant portion of your damages.
What if the property owner has already fixed the hazard after my accident?
Repairing a hazard does not erase a property owner’s liability for injuries that occurred before the repair. Our attorneys work to secure surveillance footage, maintenance records, witness statements, and other documentation that establishes what the condition looked like at the time of your accident. Early legal representation is essential to preserving this evidence.