Manhattan Premises Liability Lawyer

Throughout the day and night, many areas in Manhattan see steady foot traffic. While many business owners maintain their properties and take steps to protect visitors, negligent property owners can cause people serious bodily harm. Anyone who is harmed on another person’s property can rely on a Manhattan premises liability lawyer to protect their eligibility to receive fair compensation. 

Results-Driven Representation for Injury Victims in Manhattan

Suffering a personal injury can be an isolating and stressful experience. During a difficult time, it is crucial to remember that you have the right to pursue compensation from the party that caused your injury. At every step of the way, Sakkas, Cahn & Weiss, LLP, can provide you with the steady support and unwavering guidance that your case deserves. 

Our dedicated injury team takes a fresh approach to every case we manage because we understand that the outcome of your claim matters for your financial future and well-being. While other firms focus on closing cases, we take the time to get to know our clients and learn about the setbacks they suffered. At every step of the process, you can trust our lead attorney to update you on important developments pertaining to your case. 

Common Premises Liability Claims in Manhattan

Personal injuries on private property can occur for a variety of reasons. One common cause of this type of injury claim is a slip and fall. While anyone at any age can suffer a fall-related injury, seniors disproportionately suffer harm after falling. Each year, more than 14 million seniors report falling, and many sustain serious injuries as a result. 

Dog bites are another common type of premises liability claim. Each year, approximately 800,000 people receive medical care due to dog bite injuries, and common forms of bodily harm include puncture wounds, lacerations, and head injuries that can result from a fall. Dog bite claims can be complicated when property owners accuse the injured party of provoking the canine or stepping onto a property without permission. 

Other cases can arise when property owners fail to take reasonable steps to prevent crime at their apartment complex or business. Negligent security cases often arise when inadequate crime prevention measures lead to tenants, customers, or visitors being assaulted, robbed, or otherwise harmed on a property. In a city with a violent crime rate of 18.28 per 1,000 residents, negligent security is a serious problem. 

Does My Injury Qualify for Compensation?

Not every fall or dog bite injury qualifies for compensation. Your eligibility to pursue accountability and a fair settlement may depend on the circumstances surrounding the injury and whether another party failed to uphold their duty of care. Property owners, landlords, and business owners generally have a responsibility to maintain safe premises for lawful visitors. When hazards are not addressed, serious injuries can occur. 

Common hazards that may lead to a premises liability claim include wet floors, uneven walkways, inadequate lighting, broken stairways, negligent security, falling objects, and unaddressed snow or ice accumulations. Premises liability claims can also arise from dog attacks when an owner fails to properly restrain their pet or control a dangerous animal. Negligent security cases may qualify when the owner fails to provide adequate security measures. 

What Are My Rights Following an Injury on Someone Else’s Property?

Whether you were injured in Harlem, the Upper East Side, or elsewhere in Manhattan due to the owner’s negligence, you have the right to pursue compensation by hiring an attorney to manage your injury claim. Seek immediate medical attention, and follow your doctor’s recovery guidelines. 

If your case goes to court and the defendant fails to make a reasonable settlement offer, you have the right to seek a trial date where a judge or jury may ultimately decide whether the property owner is liable for the harm you suffered. 

Challenges You Could Face During a Premises Liability Claim

If you do not secure strong legal representation, you could face multiple challenges that could reduce the compensation you receive. The responsible party could dispute liability by saying that you were not allowed on their property or contributed to the injury. If those accusations go unaddressed, your settlement offer could fail to fully address the harm you endured. 

Without strong legal support, you could fail to gather the right types of evidence that you need to pursue compensation. Negotiations could fail to deliver a fair settlement, and the entire process could become delayed if you do not have support from an attorney with experience holding property owners accountable for failing to prevent injury to others. 

Why You Should Hire a Premises Liability Lawyer

Even when it appears clear to you who is at fault for your injury, your first step should still be to hire a premises liability lawyer. Legal support can make a significant difference in the outcome of your premises liability case. An attorney can rely on their many years of experience and understanding of state premises liability laws when pursuing compensation on your behalf.

A Manhattan premises liability attorney understands the burden of proof that must be met for a successful injury claim. They can gather the right types of evidence while carefully documenting the injuries you suffered so your settlement or court verdict reflects the harm you suffered and the losses you endured due to someone else’s failure to address a hazard on their property. 

Contact a Manhattan Premises Liability Lawyer Today

Property owners who fail to address known hazards can place visitors, tenants, customers, and guests at unnecessary risk. When a preventable injury occurs, securing compensation often depends on demonstrating how the dangerous condition developed and whether reasonable steps were taken to correct it. Whether your injury happened in Midtown Manhattan, Greenwich Village, Chelsea, or elsewhere, you have the right to pursue compensation. 

The attorneys at Sakkas, Cahn & Weiss, LLP, handle premises liability claims with the attention and diligence they deserve. We take a hands-on approach to every case, carefully examining the facts and pursuing outcomes that reflect the full impact of an injury. Take the first step toward protecting your eligibility for a fair settlement. Schedule an appointment with Sakkas, Cahn & Weiss, LLP, today to discuss your legal options.

Attorneys

Matthew Sakkas Esq.

Partner

Adam D. Cahn Esq.

Managing Partner

Mitchel E. Weiss Esq.

Associate Attorney