Premises Liability Archives - StolzenbergCortelli LLP

On Behalf of stolzenbergcortelli, LLP | February 7, 2022 | Premises Liability

Tenants’ Rights In NYC From A NY Premises Liability Attorney

NYC has millions of residents who rent. Because you do not own your dwelling or place of business, you still have the right to live in good and safe conditions. Landlords must keep their properties clean, safe and secure. If this is not happening, it’s important for tenants to know...

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Central Park Tree Limb Accidents: Manhattan Premises Liability Lawyer

This month we saw the extremely tragic case of Karla and Gianna Ricciutti, a mother and daughter who were standing under a tree in the Central Park Zoo when a branch fell, killing the six-month-old baby and leaving the mother with a traumatic brain injury. While some, including New York...

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Premises Liability

This month we received a very interesting decision regarding New York’s Firefighter rule. In the old days, the rule was if you are a firefighter, you could not sue if you were hurt in the course of doing your duty, like if you were saving one’s life. So, if you...

On Behalf of stolzenbergcortelli, LLP | | Car Accidents | Premises Liability

Is Store responsible for Not Providing Enough parking?

We are often asked whether a store or restaurant can be held responsible for failing to provide safe and adequate parking. For instance, sometimes a business doesnt provide adjacent parking but instead asks its customers to park on the opposite side of a busy street. the question then is whether...

On Behalf of stolzenbergcortelli, LLP | July 14, 2020 | Premises Liability

Reasons to make a premises liability claim

Do accidents happen? Yes. Should many accidents have been avoided? Yes. Does someone have a responsibility if you are injured on their property? Sometimes. Here are some reasons you might consider a premises liability claim: You work as a handyman. An apartment building hires you to paint their windows. As you stand...

On Behalf of stolzenbergcortelli, LLP | September 13, 2018 | Premises Liability

NYC Public Housing Count of Positive Lead Test Continues To Grow

NYC Public Housing Count of Positive Lead Test Continues To Grow Lead poisoning can have very serious health implications and can even lead to death. Even small amounts can cause health problems. Children under age 6 are especially vulnerable to lead poisoning. Because lead poisoning is so dangerous, it is problematic...

On Behalf of stolzenbergcortelli, LLP | May 1, 0220 | Premises Liability

Risk factors that can make an apartment staircase dangerous

Many apartment buildings are multilevel complexes with numerous units. People often want units on higher floors, as residents of ground floor units may have to deal with higher levels of traffic noise and increased risk for crime. However, climbing all those stairs to your apartment every day can also be...