When you’re hurt on someone else’s property, one of the first and most important questions is: who is responsible? The answer isn’t always obvious — and as a recent federal court decision shows, it can hinge on details most people never think about, like whether a property is residential or commercial, and what a lease actually says about who controls the grounds.
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly recently spoke with Parker Scheer co-founder and Senior Partner Eric J. Parker about a federal court ruling involving a commercial landlord’s potential liability for a parking lot slip-and-fall claim. Eric’s commentary sheds light on the legal principles that quietly shape so many premises liability cases.
You can read the complete commentary in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly: https://masslawyersweekly.com/2026/06/15/commercial-landlord-summary-judgment-parking-lot-slip-fall/ (subscription required)
Injured? We’re Here to Help
Premises liability cases are rarely simple, and the question of who is responsible can be genuinely complex. If you or a loved one has been injured on someone else’s property, you don’t have to sort through these questions alone. The team at Parker Scheer is here to listen, answer your questions, and help you understand your options. Reach out to us for a free, confidential consultation.
