Defending Property Owners in Negligence Claims

Cleveland, Ohio, Premises Liability Defense Attorneys

The law firm of Koeth, Rice & Leo Co. L.P.A., represents businesses, landlords, homeowners, and their insurance carriers in the full gamut of litigation alleging premises liability for personal injury. Our experienced trial lawyers have a substantial record of limiting financial exposure through settlement or clearing our clients of liability, either through summary judgment or at trial.

Based in Cleveland, Ohio, our practice has handled all manner of premises liability lawsuits in Cuyahoga County and across Northern Ohio:

Negligent security — Suits seeking to attach liability to bars, businesses, apartment building owners (and/or property management companies) for sexual assaults, assault and battery, or robberies. Allegations within these claims range from inadequate patrols and negligent training of bouncers or security staff, to a lack of security cameras, lighting, or secured entries.
Slip and falls — Claims against grocery and retail stores, or any property owner, for slipping, tripping, or falling injuries to customers resulting from construction defects, unrepaired hazards, or neglected maintenance (slippery floors, icy sidewalks, uneven pavement, etc.).
Dram shop cases — Claims against restaurants and bars for allegedly serving intoxicated patrons who then injure others in assaults or auto accidents.
Dog bites — Claims against pet owners for injuries or emotional trauma.
All negligence claims alleging dangerous conditions, attractive nuisances, or negligent supervision, such as fires, lead paint poisoning, or swimming pool accidents.

Premises Liability Defense

Koeth, Rice & Leo Co. L.P.A. promptly and thoroughly investigates the circumstances to assess liability. We use private investigators to depose witnesses and perform background checks on plaintiffs regarding past claims and criminal history. Our lawyers also retain experts in lighting, engineering, security, and other technical fields to demonstrate that the client has met the standard of care by providing for the safety of patrons and the public.

If we believe that a liability claim is likely to succeed before a jury, we seek to minimize losses by negotiating a settlement. But where we have identified holes in the case, we are always prepared to go to trial.

The three partners of Koeth, Rice & Leo Co. L.P.A. have each practiced for twenty-five years or more, and they will personally handle your premises liability case. Our reputation for favorable results in insurance defense is the product of thorough, aggressive representation and attentive, cost-conscious service. Call Koeth, Rice & Leo Co. L.P.A. at 216-696-1433 to arrange a consultation.