If you have been injured as a result of a landlord's failure to provide safe and adequate property for rental use, you may be able to make a personal injury claim against the rental property. In most states, a landlord has a duty to maintain rental property in compliance with all health and safety codes. Additionally, a landlord must provide a rental unit which is reasonably habitable for the intended use of its occupants. An injury which results from a landlord's failure to meet either of these duties could lead to a personal injury claim. Leases attempting to limit a landlord's responsibility for negligent acts often do not stand up in court. Do not disregard an otherwise valid claim if your lease has such a clause. For more information, contact an attorney experienced in personal injury law.