Yes I can. Restatement (Second) of Torts, e.g., § 344 (or its equivalent in most states). It is a common law duty to provide a safe establishment to invitees. Violation is a tort offense -> if you open your business to the public, you are burdened with a duty of care. EVEN for the acts of third parties.gulfportdoc said:
Of course, the law requires all elements of the offense be met before an award. Since you are a business owner, you should take the time to become familiar with the law in your state. Some states have higher standards than others.
For those interested, here is the Restatement Section:
"A possessor of land who holds it open to the public for entry for his business purposes is subject to liability to members of the public while they are upon the land for such a purpose, for physical harm caused by the accidental, negligent, or intentionally harmful acts of third persons or animals, and by the failure of the possessor to exercise reasonable care to
"(a) discover that such acts are being done or are likely to be done, or
"(b) give a warning adequate to enable the visitors to avoid the harm, or otherwise protect them against it."
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