If you’ve ever spent time with young children, you know they’re naturally curious. You also know that they seemingly find a way to get themselves into mischief in a moment’s notice. If an injury or death results from an incident, it could fall under the doctrine of attractive nuisance in personal injury law. 

What Is the Doctrine of Attractive Nuisance?

Attractive nuisance holds a landowner potentially liable for any injuries to children who trespass on property that results from a hazardous object or condition. For example, if you have a swimming pool on your property that you leave unguarded and is easily accessible, this could be considered an attractive nuisance under personal injury law. Other examples that could result in premises liability would be an untended tractor, open pit, abandoned refrigerator, junk car, or even a play structure.

Who Is Liable if an Injury Results in Wisconsin?

If a property owner in Wisconsin allows an attractive nuisance to exist on their land and doesn’t take steps to keep young children from trespassing and playing on or around it, they could be liable for damages if an injury or death results. As a homeowner, it’s essential to maintain your property and belongings and provide reasonable safeguards to prevent any potential injuries, such as putting a fence around a swimming pool. Consult with an attorney experienced in personal injury law to determine if your case results in attractive nuisance premises liability.

If you believe your child was a victim of an attractive nuisance, it’s vital to find an attorney experienced in premises liability who will fight for your rights. The attorneys at Egan & Richgels, S.C. in La Crosse, WI, have helped clients throughout western Wisconsin win personal injury cases involving attractive nuisances and other accidents for over 39 years. Call their offices today at (608) 784-0087 to schedule a free consultation, or visit them online for more information on personal injury law.