Premises Liability

Manhattan Premises Liability Lawyers

Property owners are obligated to keep their floors and walkways safe. Retail storeowners must make an effort to keep stock from dropping off the shelves. Building owners must ensure that the component parts of the structure will stay put rather than falling on passersby. When injuries occur because the owner failed to keep the property safe, victims may be able to file claims under New York's premises liability laws. If you have been injured because of the negligence of the property owner, it is important you contact a lawyer immediately for a free initial consultation to learn about your rights

Premises liability law covers all types of dangerous property conditions

At the New York City law firm of Shandell, Blitz, Blitz, & Ashley, LLP, our lawyers can determine whether an injury from defective or dangerous property, often known as a slip and fall or trip and fall, is likely to result in a strong case. Our attorneys have handled claims for injuries resulting from:

• Lead paint
• Fires and explosions caused by negligent maintenance of property
• Damaged staircases
• Absent or weak stair rails
• Wet floors in public and retail premises
• Sidewalk defects, such as Broken or cracked pavement
• Accumulation of ice and snow
• Burned out light bulbs

Negligent security

These accidents can occur in a variety of locations such as a city street, office building, grocery store, gas station, and city parks and pathways. In addition, premises liability law covers injuries caused by negligent security. If you are mugged or attacked and the property owner had reason to think that such an attack was possible, he or she may liable for your injuries.

Municipal liability

It is especially important to contact a lawyer right away if you were injured on public property, such as a park, a school, or subway station. The time available to file a lawsuit over injuries occurring on public property is limited. It is important to consult with a knowledgeable attorney to find out how much time you have to submit a claim.

If you have sustained an injury because of defective or dangerous property, contact a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer. Call Shandell, Blitz, Blitz, & Ashley, LLP, to learn about your options and your rights. From our Manhattan office we serve the boroughs of Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island.