Inadequate Maintenance

Property owners in Georgia have a legal duty to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition. When buildings, walkways, equipment, or safety systems are not properly maintained, serious injuries can occur.

Under O.C.G.A. § 51-3-1, owners and occupiers of land who invite others onto their property must exercise ordinary care to keep the premises safe. Failure to inspect, repair, or maintain property can result in liability for injuries caused by unsafe conditions.

Jones & Booth Law has represented and continues to represent individuals across Georgia who have been injured due to negligent property maintenance in commercial buildings, apartment complexes, retail stores, hotels, and other properties.

Inadequate maintenance cases often involve preventable hazards that were ignored for weeks, months, or even years.

Common Examples of Inadequate Maintenance

Inadequate maintenance claims may involve:

Broken staircases or handrails
Cracked sidewalks or uneven pavement
Roof leaks causing interior hazards
Structural deterioration
Faulty elevators or escalators
Malfunctioning security gates
Neglected lighting in parking lots
HVAC leaks creating slippery floors
Mold or water damage
Unrepaired flooring defects

Property owners are expected to conduct reasonable inspections and correct known hazards within a reasonable timeframe

Early Action Matters

Property owners may repair hazards immediately after an accident occurs. Without prompt investigation, key evidence can disappear.

We move quickly to:

Document conditions
Send preservation letters
Obtain maintenance records
Interview witnesses
Evaluate code compliance

If you were injured due to unsafe or poorly maintained property in Georgia, Jones & Booth Law can evaluate your claim and protect your rights.