When you visit a store, restaurant, or other public business in Milwaukee, you expect a safe environment. Rarely are visitors at any business on the lookout for dangers like heavy falling items, slippery floors, or uneven surfaces and trip hazards. Unfortunately, though, accidents do happen on business premises every day.

Serious injuries in commercial spaces are more common than most people realize. If such an injury has happened to you or a loved one as a result of a property owner’s negligence, you may be able to seek justice for your injuries.

Knowing your rights under Wisconsin law can help you pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other damages after such an incident. Talk to our Milwaukee, WI premises liability attorneys to learn more.

What Responsibilities Do Businesses Have to Keep Customers Safe?

In Wisconsin, business owners and operators have a legal duty under the Wisconsin Safe Place Statute to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition for customers and visitors. This obligation includes inspecting premises for hazards, promptly fixing known dangers, and warning customers about risks that cannot be repaired right away.