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Premises Liability Explained<\/p>

Premises Liability vs General Liability: What's the Difference?<\/h1>

Understanding which type of liability applies to your injury claim\u2014and why it matters for your case.<\/p>

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By Peter F. Jaraysi \u00b7 Published September 30, 2026<\/p>\n\n

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What’s the Difference Between General Liability and Premises Liability?<\/h2>\n

Premises liability<\/a> and general liability are two distinct types of legal responsibility.<\/strong> Premises liability covers injuries caused by the condition of a property\u2014such as a slip on a wet floor or a dog bite on the owner’s grounds. General liability covers injuries caused by what a business actively does\u2014such as an employee’s negligent conduct or a product defect. Both protect against lawsuits, but they apply to different kinds of harm.<\/p>\n

If you’ve been hurt on someone else’s property in Georgia, understanding which type of liability applies to your situation is an important first step.<\/p>\n\n

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If you were injured on someone else's property due to an unsafe condition\u2014a slip, a fall, poor lighting, or a dog bite\u2014you may have a premises liability claim; people in your situation reach out to us regularly to understand their options. Talk it through with our team — the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p>

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The Core Difference: Scope and Focus<\/h2>\n

General liability focuses on what the business does; premises liability focuses on the condition of the property itself.<\/strong><\/p>\n

General liability insurance protects a business when its operations, products, or employees cause injury or damage. For example, if a contractor accidentally hits a customer with a tool, that’s a general liability claim. The injury happened because of the contractor’s active conduct.<\/p>\n

Premises liability insurance protects a property owner when a visitor is injured because of an unsafe condition on the property. For example, if a customer slips on a wet floor that wasn’t cleaned or marked with a warning sign, that’s a premises liability claim. The injury happened because of the property’s condition, not because of anything the owner actively did to the person.<\/p>\n

Both are important protections for businesses and property owners, but they address different risks.<\/p>\n

What General Liability Covers<\/h2>\n

General liability covers injuries or damage caused by the business’s active operations, products, or employees.<\/strong><\/p>\n

General liability typically includes:<\/p>\n