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Food truck explosion raises questions of negligence & liability

In densely populated cities like New York, space is considerably limited. This is, in part, why food trucks have become so popular. These mobile restaurants can set up shop for…

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Pedestrian injured by runaway construction equipment in Manhattan

The phrase “only in New York” is used quite often by those who live here, usually in response to a completely unexpected event. This city is alive and active in…

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Premises liability suit allowed to proceed against NY school

What responsibility, if any, does a school or city have for the prevention of suicide by a certain means? This question may seem morbid, but the answer will be important…

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‘Off-hours’ attack lets school off the liability hook

The weekends have their perks. Kids and adults might get to sleep in a little longer. They get a break from the responsibilities of school and work and more leisure…

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Fall at New York Mets game is sad beginning of baseball season

The baseball season is just beginning. This time of year brings joy to many New Yorkers’ hearts and other fans of the American pastime all around the world. At least…

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Elite Manhattan school cited after 2 injured in science lab fire

As you may know, a fireball erupted last week at the Beacon School, a prestigious public high school on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. It apparently happened when a chemistry teacher’s…

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Players sue high school coach, district for injuries, negligence

Six former high school football players and two parents have filed a lawsuit against the football coach and the school superintendent and the Marlboro Central School District in of Marlboro,…

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Thanksgiving’s the No. 1 day for cooking fires: is your home safe?

When you live in an apartment building or condo complex like millions of New Yorkers, you rely on your neighbors to engage in safe behavior. Unfortunately, your often-unknown neighbors could…

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When can a landlord be held liable for an injury on a property?

When you’re hurt on someone else’s property, how does the law determine whether the property owner should be required to pay your medical bills and compensate you for your pain…

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