What Is a Invitee in Law

Primary tabs. A person who enters land with permission of the owner, and does so either to confer an economic benefit on the possessor, or is entering premises that are open to the general public.

What is an example of an invitee?

An individual who enters another’s premises as a result of an express or implied invitation of the owner or occupant for their mutual gain or benefit. For example, a customer in a restaurant or a depositor entering a bank to cash a check are both invitees.

Who is a licensee vs invitee?

The main difference between an invitee and licensee is that an invitee has been invited for business purposes while a licensee is someone there for social purposes or a reason unrelated to business. Examples of invitees include: Shoppers at a grocery store.

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