Dangerous Condition Public Property

Derailing trail immunity on the paved, multi-use trail

Public entities were never supposed to enjoy absolute immunity for dangerous conditions of paved multi-use trails

From Issue: 2021 July

Combine online tools with a scene inspection to narrow your search for a dangerous condition

The tools to defeat defendant’s motions based on statutory defenses for a dangerous condition of public property

From Issue: 2014 June

These are difficult, costly cases. A strong theme and the right mix of “expert” witnesses can help you beat the odds

How to maximize your chance of resolution during the first mediation session

From Issue: 2014 March

The rules are somewhat different than for privately owned premises, but proving the case is very similar

From Issue: 2014 June

Getting past the roadblock of the commonly asserted design-immunity defense

From Issue: 2019 April

Driving around design immunity to move forward on your dangerous road case against the city, county or state

Dangerous conditions of public property cause many of the injuries to those on foot or bike

From Issue: 2014 July

This defense is common in cases of injury at parks and campgrounds; case law on this immunity is confused at best

From Issue: 2018 March

Dangerous road surfaces and notice against governmental entities

Public entities can’t have their cake and eat it, too