As a tenant renting in New York City, you have the right to live in a home that is safe provides a comfortable environment throughout all four seasons. It is your landlord’s legal duty to provide the basic services that will present you with a decent living environment. By better understanding tenant resources and rights …
Educate Yourself About Premises Liability in New York
If you were injured by a criminal assault by a third party while you were on another’s property, you may be able to bring a premises liability claim against the property owner. Call today to schedule a consultation with a premises liability attorney to discuss your situation. To avoid Premises Accidents, as a property owner …
New York City Attractions
New York City is known as the city that never sleeps for a reason. Every step you take, every corner you turn onto a new block, there is a new restaurant, attraction, or spectacle to see. Whether you are looking for a romantic night down town at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, or a classy …
Did you end up spending money getting treated for an injury the last time you went to the mall?
When you go to the mall you expect to do some shopping and perhaps get something to eat. You don’t expect to be injured. Malls have the legal obligation to provide their clients with a safe place to conduct business. If you were injured because of the mall’s negligent actions (or inactions) you may be …
Is poor security to blame for your injuries? Find out what rights you have by calling a New York City Negligent Security Attorney
When you hire a security guard you are entrusting him or her with something that of utmost importance: your physical safety. Security guards act to protect us from the violent and lawless acts of others. If you have been injured in a situation where the security guard failed to adequately perform his or her job …
Injuries at New York City public pools rise during the summer months
During the hot summer months, thousands of New Yorkers seek comfort and fun at their local public pools. However, sometimes some of them find a little more than they bargained for, in the form of injuries and even an occasional unfortunate death. This is because New York public pools aren’t always the safest place to …
Were you injured while using gym equipment?
When you go to a gym, you expect that equipment is well maintained and safe for use. This may in fact be the case, but that doesn’t mean accidents can’t happen, which is why you’ll often also see plenty of safety warning and usage signs posted on or around gym equipment. Despite this, NY personal …
Can you sue your landlord if you were injured in your rental apartment?
New York City certainly has its fair share of terrible apartments, from those costing astronomical monthly rents for a space the size of a closet, to those in need of major repairs. And then there are those that are perfectly fine, but somehow manage to cause their tenant’s injuries. In many cases, it isn’t always …
Were you injured after bouncers “removed” you from a bar or nightclub? You may have the right to sue.
A night out with friends at a bar or club can be a fun time, until for some reason the bouncers feel the need to have you removed from the establishment. Perhaps you drank too much and caused a scuffle, or perhaps you were an innocent bystander caught up in someone else’s shenanigans. Regardless of …
Injured at a New York City public pool?
New York City public pools can be a great source of fun and entertainment in the warmer summer months, but they can also a place of concern if not properly maintained and monitored. NYC pools can be a hotspot for injuries, and while many of them are just common slips and falls that cause a …
Was your child injured playing school sports?
School sports are a great activity for many children and older students, but just because they are not major league does not mean that they are safe. In fact, school accident lawyers see cases all too often in which a child was injured playing in gym class or on a school sports team. Sometimes this …
Bar fights are a regular occurrence in many NYC clubs
Nobody really wants to be in a bar fight, but unfortunately, sometimes you or someone you know could get caught in the middle of one, and you may suffer injuries as a result. You may have a right to compensation from the owner of the establishment and/or other parties if they can be proven negligent. …
FAQs About Premises Liability
Q: What is premises liability? A: Premises liability is an area of law that governs the duties of property owners and occupiers, protecting entrants from harmful conditions or defects on the property. Q: What is a licensee? A: A licensee is an individual who goes onto a property with the expressed or implied permission of …
Resource Links for Premises Liability
Fact sheet for playground injuries This provides information about injuries that occur on public playgrounds. This was provided by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). The Expanding Role of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design in Premises Liability This is a survey regarding premises liability cases that were brought forth by victims of crime …
Responsibilities of Property Owners and Occupiers
Whether you have been injured on a defective sidewalk, on a slippery surface at a store or due to faulty security, you may have a case. Our attorneys can help you understand your rights. The owners or occupiers of a property have a responsibility for anyone who enters their property. In most states, there are …
The Responsibilities of Tenants and Landlords
Whether you have been injured on a defective sidewalk, on a slippery surface at a store or due to faulty security, you may have a case. Our attorneys can help you understand your rights. In some situations, it is the tenant and landlord that are held responsible in a premises liability lawsuit involving an injured …
Criminal Acts Committed by Third Parties
Whether you have been injured on a defective sidewalk, on a slippery surface at a store or due to faulty security, you may have a case. Our attorneys can help you understand your rights. One common type of premises liability case is when someone is injured by the intentional criminal acts of a third party, …
Hazardous Substances on Properties
Whether you have been injured on a defective sidewalk, on a slippery surface at a store or due to faulty security, you may have a case. Our attorneys can help you understand your rights. There are various toxic substances that can be on a property that aren’t typically considered a hazard. For example, lead-based paint, …
Safeguarding a Property
Whether you have been injured on a defective sidewalk, on a slippery surface at a store or due to faulty security, you may have a case. Our attorneys can help you understand your rights. An owner or occupier of a property has a legal duty to keep their premises safe. The responsibilities of the owner …
Premises Liability – An Overview
Whether you have been injured on a defective sidewalk, on a slippery surface at a store or due to faulty security, you may have a case. Our attorneys can help you understand your rights. Have you been injured by an unsafe surface or defective sidewalk in a store? If so, you may be able to …