Can You Sue the City of New York for a Slip and Fall on Icy Public Sidewalks?
According to the New York State Climate Impacts Assessment, the average temperatures in NY have increased by about 2.6°F since 1901. They’re also expected to rise by anywhere from 5°F to 11°F by the end of the 21st century. In the not-too-distant future, New Yorkers might not need to worry about finding a sidewalk injury attorney in NYC to […]
Understanding the Statute of Limitations for Slip-and-Fall Claims in New York
Did you slip, trip, or fall on someone else’s property? Falls are incredibly common, with more than 46,000 injury-inducing falls happening in 2022 alone. Depending on the circumstances, the property owner may be liable for your injuries. Filing a personal injury lawsuit against the property owner could allow you to claim compensation to cover your medical […]
Slip-and-Fall Accidents in Retail Stores: What You Need To Know
According to the Office of the New York State Comptroller, New York City has over 30,000 retail stores. The Big Apple is filled with stores that sell clothing, electronics, and more. One of the many great things about NYC is that you can buy just about anything you want in any of the city’s five boroughs. The […]
Five Common Causes of Slip-and-Fall Accidents in NYC Apartment Buildings
One frigid winter morning, Susie steps out of her NYC apartment to walk her dog. When she heads into the parking lot, she wipes out on a slick patch of ice. Now, she’s bedridden and in serious pain. Such accidents are commonplace in New York City apartment buildings. Below, our NYC slip-and-fall lawyers discuss five common causes […]
Common Causes of Slip-and-Fall Accidents in New York
Slip-and-fall accidents can be dangerous because victims rarely see them coming. One moment, they could be chatting with their neighbors, and the next, nursing a serious bump to the head after wiping out on an icy sidewalk. Slip-and-fall accidents are incredibly common. In 2021, 44,686 people lost their lives due to falls at work and home, according […]
Slip-and-Fall Accident Claims on Private vs. Public Property
If you slipped and fell on a property other than your own, you may be able to seek compensation from the party responsible for that property. But you’ll first need to establish whether the property was public or private and understand how the answer affects your claim. Premises liability claims on private property are often more […]
How To Prove Negligence in a Slip-and-Fall Case
Slip-and-fall accidents happen every day in Manhattan. It only takes one small slip on a wet floor or tripping over a loose piece of carpet to put you in the hospital with broken bones, head injuries, cuts, and internal bleeding. If you take a tumble while browsing the grocery store or fall at work, a […]
Falls From Ladders: Who is Liable?
If you hurt yourself by falling off a ladder, it can help to know that you’re far from alone. New York City reports that nearly 60% of deadly construction work accidents happened because of falls from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) also reported 161 fatal work injuries related to ladder accidents in 2020. Ladder […]
Do I Need an Attorney for My Slip and Fall Accident?
Slip and fall accidents may not seem very serious, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. In 2020, more than 42,000 people died in fall accidents, and 211,640 were so injured that they needed to take time off work to recover. Fall injuries are especially serious for the elderly. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), […]
How to Receive Fair Compensation After a Slip and Fall Accident in New York City
Have you ever been in a situation where a hazard in a public space caused you to slip and fall, leading to injury or property damage? We can all agree that it’s an incredibly frustrating experience that often leaves you feeling helpless and overwhelmed. But instead of just accepting the damage as a loss, there […]
