Springfield Premises Liability Lawyer 

Fighting For Premises Liability Victims in Missouri

If you were injured because a property owner failed to keep their property safe, you may be entitled to compensation. At Bishop & Hayes P.C., our experienced premises liability attorney represents injured victims throughout Springfield, MO, helping them understand their rights and fight for the recovery they deserve. Unsafe buildings, hazards in public spaces, and dangerous private properties can cause devastating injuries—many of which could have been prevented if proper care had been taken.

Here are several reasons why you should hire our firm:

• $100,000,000+ recovered for our clients
• More than 50 years of collective legal experience
• Serving clients in Missouri, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Arkansas

Call (417) 785-3410 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with our Springfield premises liability attorney.

What is Premises Liability?

Premises liability is an area of personal injury law that holds property owners responsible when someone is hurt because of dangerous or unsafe conditions on their property. Missouri law requires landowners, businesses, landlords, and homeowners to maintain reasonably safe premises for visitors and guests.

Premises liability accidents often occur because a property owner failed to:

• Repair a known hazard
• Inspect the premises regularly
• Warn visitors of dangers
• Provide adequate security
• Follow building codes or safety regulations

When they fail to meet these obligations, and someone is injured as a result, the property owner may be held liable for the victim’s damages.

Common Types of Premises Liability Cases

Premises liability covers a wide range of property-related accidents. At Bishop & Hayes P.C., our Springfield premises liability lawyers handle cases involving:

• Slip and Fall Accidents: One of the most common claims, often caused by wet floors, ice, uneven surfaces, poor lighting, or debris.
• Trip and Fall Accidents: Including hazards such as broken sidewalks, unsecured cords, missing handrails, or potholes.
• Negligent Security: Property owners may be liable for assaults, robberies, or attacks that occur when they fail to provide adequate security measures, such as lighting, surveillance cameras, or security personnel.
• Dog Bites or Animal Attacks: Missouri property owners may be responsible for injuries caused by dangerous or unrestrained animals on the premises.
• Swimming Pool Accidents: Includes drowning, near-drowning, or slip hazards around residential or community pools.
• Fire or Structural Hazards: Injuries caused by building code violations, collapsed structures, unsafe balconies, missing smoke alarms, or exposed electrical wiring.
• Retail Store & Business Injuries: Falls, falling merchandise, or unsafe store layouts can cause serious harm to customers.

No matter the type of dangerous condition, our firm investigates what happened, identifies what the property owner did wrong, and pursues full compensation for your injuries.

Missouri Premises Liability Laws

Missouri premises liability laws outline the duties property owners owe depending on the visitor’s legal status:

Invitees

People invited onto property for commercial purposes (such as customers). Owners owe the highest duty of care: they must inspect for dangers, fix hazards, and warn of risks.

Licensees

Social guests or people on the property with permission. Owners must warn licensees about known dangers.

Trespassers

Property owners owe limited duties, but cannot willfully harm trespassers. Special rules apply to child trespassers under the “attractive nuisance” doctrine.

Comparative Fault

Missouri follows pure comparative negligence, meaning your compensation can be reduced if you are found partially at fault—but you can still recover damages even if you were mostly responsible.

When Is a Missouri Property Owner Liable for Injuries on Their Property?

A property owner in Springfield may be liable for your injuries if:

• A dangerous condition existed
• The owner knew or should have known about the hazard
• They failed to fix it or warn you about it
• You were legally on the property at the time
• The dangerous condition caused your injury

Common examples of property owner negligence include:

• Failing to salt or clear ice from walkways
• Not cleaning spills promptly
• Ignoring broken staircases or railings
• Inadequate lighting in parking lots or hallways
• Failing to secure aggressive dogs
• Not performing routine inspections
• Violating building safety codes

Our team gathers evidence such as surveillance footage, maintenance logs, witness statements, and expert evaluations to build a strong premises liability claim on your behalf.

Schedule your free consultation with our Springfield premises liability lawyer by calling (417) 785-3410 or filling out our online contact form today.