Category Archives: Premises Liability
New York Personal Injury Law Blog
When Trespassers Get Hurt
In some states, the doctrine of “attractive nuisance” applies to personal injury cases involving trespassing children. The doctrine is premised on the fact that children are unable to appreciate hazards,…
Girl’s near-drowning at Queens’ pool likely caused by modified venting system
For children and adults alike, swimming pools can provide hours of fun and exercise. Near-drowning accidents suffered in swimming pools also, however, send nearly 5,000 people each year to the…
In New York City, construction boom poses dangers to residents
Last Friday morning, individuals who were in lower Manhattan near Worth St. and West Broadway felt the earth shake as a towering 565 foot crane toppled to the ground. According…
As NYC residents brace for winter storm, risks of CO poisoning increase
According to New York State’s Department of Health, every year some 200 people are hospitalized throughout the state due to carbon monoxide poisoning. CO is an odorless and colorless gas…
Can party hosts be held liable for drunk driving injuries?
We talk a lot about premises liability on our blog and most people can think of a few general scenarios that fall under this liability umbrella. Commonly heard cases, such…
Health and safety concerns mount over Chipotle’s restaurants and food
Many New York City residents are likely familiar with the American-Mexican fast food restaurant chain Chipotle. Started in 1993, before it was in vogue, the company took steps to ensure…
For holiday shoppers, escalators and elevators pose many dangers
For many New York City retailers, the holiday season is the busiest time. As we discussed in a recent blog post, individuals who choose to journey out shopping on notoriously…
For deal-seeking shoppers, Black Friday can be downright dangerous
Last week, with turkey and pumpkin pie still heavy in their bellies, millions of shoppers across the country headed to malls and retail stores hoping to take advantage of the…
With the rise of app-based startups come questions about liability
Internet and app-based startups are literally changing the world and how people do everything from sell goods to find a ride downtown. While many of these startup companies have traditionally…
Want to become an elevator mechanic? No experience or training needed
Throughout the state of New York, millions of residents routinely use elevators to get to and from their workplaces and residential dwellings. While most people who use elevators likely don’t…
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