Property owners in New York have a legal duty to maintain safe premises. When they fail to address hazards like wet floors, icy walkways, broken stairs, or poor lighting, innocent people get hurt. Janusas Law investigates premises liability cases to establish that the property owner knew or should have known about the dangerous condition and failed to fix it.
Common Injuries
- Hip fractures
- Wrist and arm fractures
- Back and spinal injuries
- Head injuries and concussions
- Knee and ankle injuries
- Shoulder dislocations
What to Do After an Accident
- 1Report the incident to the property owner or manager
- 2Photograph the hazardous condition immediately
- 3Seek medical attention right away
- 4Keep the shoes and clothing you were wearing
- 5Get witness names and contact information
- 6Do not give a recorded statement to any insurance company
Why Choose Janusas Law for Your Slip & Fall Case
Experience proving property owner negligence
Knowledge of New York premises liability law
Quick investigation to preserve critical evidence
Strong negotiation for full and fair compensation
Frequently Asked Questions About Slip & Fall
Get answers to common questions about slip & fall cases in New York.
You must show that the property owner had a duty of care, knew or should have known about the hazardous condition (notice), failed to fix or warn about it, and the hazard directly caused your injury. Evidence such as photos, incident reports, maintenance logs, and witness testimony are critical.
You must prove either actual notice (the owner knew about the hazard) or constructive notice (the dangerous condition existed long enough that a reasonable owner should have discovered and fixed it). Surveillance footage and maintenance records can help establish notice.
Yes. NYC Administrative Code Section 7-210 places responsibility for sidewalk maintenance on adjacent property owners. This means the building owner next to the sidewalk where you fell may be liable for your injuries caused by cracked, uneven, or icy sidewalks.
For private property, the statute of limitations is 3 years from the date of injury. For government property (city sidewalk, public building), you must file a Notice of Claim within 90 days and then have one year and 90 days to file a lawsuit. Acting quickly is essential.
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