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Dangerous Conditions on Public Property
Government agencies are not immune from accountability when their negligence causes serious injury. Public sidewalks, roads, parks, and government buildings must be maintained to a safe standard. When they are not, people are seriously hurt. We handle the complex process of filing claims against government entities so your rights are fully protected.
What Is a Dangerous Condition Claim Against a Public Entity?
Under the California Government Claims Act, a public entity may be liable for injuries caused by a dangerous condition of public property if the entity knew or should have known about the condition and failed to take reasonable corrective action.
Common Examples of Dangerous Public Conditions
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Potholes and deteriorated road surfaces
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Defective or broken sidewalks and curb cuts
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Malfunctioning traffic signals or missing road signs
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Inadequately lit public walkways or intersections
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Dangerous conditions in public parks, beaches, or recreation areas
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Flooding due to poor drainage design or maintenance
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Unsafe conditions in public buildings or government facilities
Critical Deadlines, Act Quickly
Claims against California government entities are subject to extremely strict deadlines. In most cases, you must file a government tort claim within six months of the date of injury. If you miss this deadline, you may permanently lose your right to recover. Do not delay. Contact our office immediately after an injury on public property.
Challenges in Public Entity Cases
Government Immunity Defenses
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Public entities often raise immunity defenses that do not apply to private property claims. Our attorneys are experienced in overcoming these defenses and proving the specific conditions that give rise to liability under California law.
Notice Requirements
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Before filing a lawsuit, you must first present a formal government claim. Strict procedural requirements apply. We manage this process from start to finish.
Evidence Preservation
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Government agencies may repair dangerous conditions quickly after an incident, sometimes destroying key evidence. We act fast to document the condition, request records, and preserve the evidence your case depends on.
Common Causes of Car Accidents
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Medical and rehabilitation expenses
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Lost wages and future income losses
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Pain and suffering
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Permanent disability damages
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Wrongful death damages, where applicable
How We Can Help
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Immediate Action, we move quickly to investigate, document, and preserve evidence.
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Government Claims Filing, we handle all procedural requirements with precision and on time.
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Expert Analysis, engineering and public safety experts support your case.
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Experienced Litigation, we have the experience to take on city, county, and state agencies.
