Inadequate Lighting

Inadequate lighting can lead to serious risks and accidents, mainly because it makes it hard for those involved to see obstacles or hazards. This can result in trips, falls, and collisions, especially in areas like stairwells, walkways, public roads, and parking lots. In more severe scenarios, inadequate lighting can increase the likelihood of crimes such as theft or assault, as it provides potential cover for criminal activities.

You might consider filing a lawsuit for inadequate lighting if you have suffered an injury that could have been prevented with proper lighting. The most important factors you’ll need to establish to prove your case include demonstrating that:

• the other party had a duty to maintain proper lighting;
• the lighting was insufficiently maintained or designed;
• this negligence directly led to your accident; and
• you incurred medical expenses, lost wages, or endured pain and suffering due to the accident

If you have a valid case, our attorneys might be able to help you prove these key elements of an inadequate lighting claim.

The parties you might sue for inadequate lighting depend largely on where the incident occurred. If it was in a commercial space like a shopping mall or office building, the property owner or management company might be liable.

For accidents that occur in apartment buildings or other residential properties, the landlord or homeowners' association could be responsible.

On the other hand, let’s say the incident occurred in a public area, such as a street or public park; the responsible city or municipal authority might be the target of your lawsuit.

Each case is unique. The answer to whether or not you may be able to file a claim will depend on the specific circumstances of the lighting issue and the resulting injuries. At Morgan and Morgan, we have represented more than 700,000 families all over America and helped recover north of $20 billion for the injured.

Get in touch with us today for a free, no-obligation case evaluation.