Category: Premises Liability
February 13, 2020
The difference between slip and fall accidents and trip and fall accidents
If you were hurt in a slip, trip, or fall accident in New York City, you could be owed significant compensation if someone else’s negligence...
February 11, 2020
Escalator Injuries: How Do They Happen?
Innocent people could be severely hurt or killed if an escalator is defective, poorly maintained, or unsafe. Call our personal injury attorneys to discuss financial...
January 9, 2020
Playground Dangers
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, 75% of the accidents that occur on a playground will happen in a public area. Additionally, children...
January 9, 2020
Fire Injuries in Buildings: How Do They Happen?
Fires are common in buildings during winter because of the dry air and strong winds. Property owners have a legal responsibility to reduce the risk...
November 18, 2019
Poisonous Holiday Plants
As residents in New York City prepare for the holidays, people will be lining their homes with gorgeous seasonal greenery such as holly, mistletoe, yew,...
November 15, 2019
Christmas Tree Fires: How Common Are They?
For those who celebrate Christmas, Christmas trees are an essential holiday decoration. They can brighten up a home, spread holiday warmth, and help the environment....
November 14, 2019
Carbon Monoxide: The Silent Killer
Perhaps one of the most frightening aspects of Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning is that most victims don’t even realize when it’s happening to them. This...
November 13, 2019
The Dangers of Space Heaters
With temperatures falling and the holiday season just around the corner, many people are dusting off their space heaters to stay warm and cozy during...
November 12, 2019
The Dangers of Mold in Your Home
Mold can be a serious concern for several reasons. Not only can it cause extensive property damage. It can also lead to severe and chronic...
November 8, 2019
Escalator Accidents: Common Risk Factors
Like elevators, escalators are typically seen as a safe way to travel between floors. However, serious escalator accidents are much more common in the United...
November 6, 2019
Swimming Pool Injuries and Deaths
According to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “about one in five people who die from drowning are children 14...
July 6, 2019
Fire Island, NY – Man Killed in Pool Incident at Restaurant
Fire Island, NY (July 5, 2019) – A fatal accident occurred in a swimming pool at the restaurant Canteen at Fire Island Ponds on Thursday...