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Queens Premises Liability Lawyers
Queens Premises Liability Information
Owners of residential and commercial properties in Queens have a duty to maintain their premises in a condition that reasonably avoids the risk of injury to their visitors. If a dangerous condition exists on the property, the owner is required to post a sign or caution visitors about the dangers that are present. This includes a slippery floor, broken step, poor lighting or malfunctioning elevators that can result in serious personal injuries.
Here are some of the most common types of premises liability cases:
- Slip-and-fall: This could happen with slippery surfaces, spills that have not been cleaned up, uneven terrain or broken steps.
- Staircase injuries: Structurally unstable steps or lack of proper handrails
- Lead paint
- Toxic mold: Certain types of mold can cause respiratory problems in people
- Missing fire alarms: Deadly fires can result from the lack of fire alarm systems or alarm systems/sprinklers in proper working condition.
- Swimming pool accidents: If your swimming pool is not properly fenced off or if the gate is left unlocked causing accidents and injuries, you could be held liable for such incidents.
Damages in a Premises Liability Case
You may recover all financial damages in a premises liability case. This includes medical expenses, loss of earnings due to time away from work, cost of hospitalization, treatment, physical therapy, pain and suffering and emotional distress. You may file a claim for damages against any party whose actions are said to be a proximate cause of your injuries.
To prove a Queens New York premises liability case, you need to prove that there was negligence. You must prove that the property owner did not exercise due care. The plaintiff must also show that a breach of duty occurred, that you suffered an injury and that your injury was caused directly by the property owner's negligence or wrongdoing.
In any personal injury case, including a Queens premises liability case, it is important you get an attorney on your side as soon as possible so that evidence that is important to your case is not lost. There are also statutes of limitations for personal injury claims. If that time runs out, you will not be able to pursue your legal rights.
Contacting an Experienced Queens Premises Liability Lawyer
At the Queens personal injury law firm of Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro & Halperin, LLP, premises liability claims are handled on a contingency basis. This means that we charge you legal fees only if we recover compensation for your losses. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured as a result of a property owner's negligence, please contact our law offices for a free consultation and comprehensive evaluation of your premises liability claim. We will fight hard to protect your rights and help you obtain just compensation for all your injuries, damages and losses.
