An LLC can also be suitable for the single owner who wants the liability coverage of a corporation but the more simplified tax treatment and operational freedom of a sole proprietorship.

WSJ: Forming an LLC

Another lesson is to obtain, wherever possible, releases from personal liability for the owner.

FORBES: Serio: Corporate Veil Of Single-Member LLC Holds Up In Maryland To Protect Owner In Absence Of Fraud

The then parties agreed to a waiver of personal liability of both Builder and Owner.

FORBES: Serio: Corporate Veil Of Single-Member LLC Holds Up In Maryland To Protect Owner In Absence Of Fraud

The provision also provides liability protections for a gun owner who uses a safety lock and whose gun is stolen and used in a crime.

CNN: Hastert favors raising legal age for handgun ownership

"If there's an injury that happens as a result, there's really no protection from liability, whether you're a hotel owner or the owner of a public pool, " she said.

CNN: STORY HIGHLIGHTS

The care home's owner did not respond to the BBC's request for a comment, but has always denied liability.

BBC: Dean Spicer