Blog Category - Premises Liability

Aug

Elevator Accident Settlements

Elevator accidents can result in severe injuries and significant financial burdens for victims. Whether due to mechanical failure, improper maintenance, or other factors, these incidents can have lasting consequences. An experienced elevator accident lawyer can help you identify...

Aug

What to Do if Your Roof Collapses?

The sudden and unexpected collapse of a roof can cause severe trauma, including head injuries, broken bones, spinal cord injuries, and internal organ damage. Victims may also experience emotional distress, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a result of the trau...

Aug

What Happens If a Roof Falls on You?

Property owners in New York sometimes overlook their responsibility to maintain a safe environment free from potential hazards. Whether you are a tenant leasing a residence, a guest in a hotel room, or occupying any similar property, it’s essential to be aware of your legal right...

Aug

Is Building Collapse Covered by Insurance?

When a building collapses, it’s a catastrophic event, causing extensive damage and posing serious risks to both property and lives. Understanding whether a building collapse is covered by insurance requires a careful examination of your policy, consideration of the circumstances...

Aug

When is a Landlord Liable for Injuries on the Premises?

Landlords in New York are required to take reasonable steps to maintain their property and provide a safe living environment. If they fail to do so, and if you are injured on their premises as a result, you can hold them liable for your injuries and other losses. Landlord Liabil...

Aug

What Caused the Lower Manhattan Parking Garage to Collapse? Injuries, Fatalities, and an Investigation into Safety Concerns

On April 18, 2023, the upper levels of a five-story parking garage in Lower Manhattan collapsed, resulting in the tragic death of one person and injuring at least five others. The parking garage is owned by Enterprise Ann Parking, LLC, and is located at 57 Ann Street in the Finan...

Aug

Who Is At Fault For A Slip And Fall?

Slip and fall accidents are one of the most common causes of injury, accounting for over 8 million hospital emergency room visits in the country annually. From broken bones to head injuries, the fallout from a slip and fall accident can be severe and long-lasting, affecting your...

Aug

Is A Slip & Fall Injury Considered A Personal Injury?

New York slip or trip and fall accidents can happen anywhere, whether it's at a retail store, restaurant, office building, hospital, a neighbor’s home, or even on public place like a park or sidewalk. If you've suffered a slip and fall accident in New York, you may be wondering w...

Aug

What Constitutes A Slip And Fall Case In New York?

Slip and fall accidents are often mistakenly perceived as minor incidents with minimal risk of causing serious injuries. In reality, fall-related injuries can be a leading cause of severe injuries and hospitalizations. According to the New York State Department of Health, the num...

Aug

Can You Sue If You're Injured In A Parking Lot?

New York parking lots are treacherous areas for accidents. You don’t expect to get injured while walking in a parking lot and car drivers are often careless while parking. Negligent drivers, poor or broken signage, insufficient lighting, uneven pavement, inadequate maintenance, a...

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