Landowners' Liability

Learn about the definition for this legal term.

What is Landowners' Liability?

Landowners are potentially liable to third persons who are injured on the property. The liability is generally assessed based on the foreseeability of harm and the level of duty owed, with the highest duty of care owed to business invitees.

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Torts terms:

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