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Premises Liability in Arkansas: When Property Owners Are Responsible

  • Writer: Hayley Evans
    Hayley Evans
  • Mar 9
  • 1 min read

Property owners have a legal duty to keep visitors safe. When they fail, serious injuries can happen. Learn when Arkansas law holds property owners accountable.


Staircase in a sunlit hallway with a caution wet floor sign. A cleaning cart is nearby, casting shadows on light gray tiled walls.

What Is Premises Liability in Arkansas?


Premises liability applies when a property owner fails to maintain safe conditions, leading to injury.


The Arkansas Judiciary recognizes duties owed to:

  • Invitees (customers)

  • Licensees (social guests)

  • Trespassers


Common Premises Liability Cases





Proving a Premises Liability Claim


To win a case, you must show:

  • A dangerous condition existed

  • The owner knew or should have known

  • The owner failed to fix it


Arkansas follows comparative fault laws under Arkansas Code § 16-64-122.




If you were injured on unsafe property in Fort Smith, contact Votaw Law for a free consultation today.


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