As one of the most well-known and attractive of all states in the U.S., New York is a highly visited area, especially the metropolitan area. In 2009 alone, more than 45 million people were reported as visiting the city from out of town, and more than 8 million of these tourists were actually international visitors traveling abroad.
The population of the city is already large, but add to that number millions more and you almost have a recipe for disaster. Large numbers of people gathered in one area form one of the most congested cities in the world. This creates a high potential for accidents and injuries, and there are many tourists who could attest to this fact.
There really is no difference between a tourist being injured in New York in comparison to a New Yorker being injured in New York, because both would likely fall under the category of premises liability. There may, however, be an increased risk of injury for tourists simply because the city is foreign to them.
Take, for example, potholes, buildings under construction and aggressive cab drivers. All of these are nothing more than happenstance for the millions living in New York City, but for the unsuspecting tourist, these are hazardous conditions that could easily lead to accident and injury. Therefore, tourists are advised to take great heed when perusing the city’s streets and storefronts.
Unfamiliar with the city, an injury accident can seem that much more daunting. What you should know is that even if you are not a resident of New York City or even the state, you can still obtain the services of Sakkas, Cahn & Weiss, LLP. It may even actually be a benefit to you, because we might be able to file your claim on your behalf without you being there.
We understand that it may be difficult for you to commute back to New York City from your permanent place of residence. This might even be impossible. It is not only a benefit in this regard, but it is also to your benefit to have an attorney who is native to New York and is familiar with city policies as well as local businesses and courts. Following the advice and guidance of an associate at our firm, you can comfortably and confidently address the different aspects of your case in a way that will result in the most benefit to your future.
As a personal injury law firm that has been providing legal services to residents throughout the state of New York for many years, we are more than prepared to put our skills and knowledge to work for you as well. Choosing our firm will allow you to rest more soundly, as you will be able to approach the logistics of your case with the confidence you need to bring your case to an effective close that benefits you as much as possible.
We are here to help you in any way possible, so you should not wait to call our office today: 212-571-7171. You can also reach us by email.
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New York, NY 10017
Phone: 212-571-7171
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