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Liability and Legal Recourse in NY Swimming Pool Accidents

Swimming pools offer a refreshing escape during hot summer months, but they also pose potential risks for accidents and injuries. In New York, property owners have legal responsibilities to ensure the safety of individuals using their swimming pools. Understanding liability and legal recourse in swimming pool accidents is essential for both property owners and victims seeking compensation for injuries. Legal Responsibilities of Property Owners: Property owners in New York have a duty to maintain safe […]

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Parking Garage Collapse In Lower Manhattan – What Happened?

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Parking Garage Collapse in Lower Manhattan: A Case of Premises Liability and Landlord Obligations On April 18, 2023, a parking garage suddenly collapsed in Lower Manhattan, leaving one person dead and several others injured. This devastating event raises important questions about the obligations of landlords to maintain their property in a safe condition and general rules of premises liability. The Collapse: What Happened On a seemingly normal day in Lower Manhattan, people were going about […]

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What Are the Elements of a Premises Liability Case in NY?

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In the state of New York, property owners have certain standards to which they are held. They are accountable for providing a safe environment for those on their property, whether that means they are customers, tenants, or visitors. The world can be unpredictable, and safety issues will occur from time to time no matter where you are. However, property owners who knowingly neglect or fail to resolve issues of safety can be held accountable through […]

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How to Avoid Heatstroke and Exhaustion in Your NY Apartment

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Even though summer is not officially here until June 20, temperatures are already on the rise in New York. If you’ve got problems with your air conditioning that your landlord hasn’t addressed yet, that means a sweltering apartment and the possibility of heatstroke and heat exhaustion. Heatstroke vs. Heat Exhaustion Both heat exhaustion and heatstroke are serious illnesses, and require immediate attention. In fact, heatstroke is a medical emergency. Here are the signs of heat […]

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Are NY Landlords Responsible For Your Fall?

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Accidents happen no matter where you go, but sometimes those accidents occur through no fault of your own, especially in your home. Recently, a 3-year-old boy fell out the window of his Bronx apartment. He had pushed a piece of cardboard that separated the air conditioning unit from the window. When he fell, an awning at the shop below broke his fall, probably saving his life. He sustained a broken femur but was otherwise unharmed. […]

On May 21, 2021 by

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Six Steps After a Slip-and-Fall During an Essential Trip in NYC

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Accidents happen. Unfortunately, any accident, including slip and falls, can lead to serious injuries that require expensive medical treatments and can lead to lost wages. If you suffer a slip and fall injury in New York, there are important steps you should take to protect yourself and any future personal injury claims you may want to file. Here’s what you need to know about New York negligence laws and six important steps you should take […]

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Sleet in the City Means Your Sidewalk Fall Could Be NYC’s Fault

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New York is notorious for its wet winters. People slip and fall on snowy and icy surfaces all the time in this city. Much of the time, these falls are relatively harmless and don’t result in anything more than a bruise or a skinned knee. But what happens when a slip and fall accident causes a serious injury? When falls on slippery sidewalks occur because the owner of the property failed to clear the snow […]

On January 6, 2020 by

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Were You Injured in a Ceiling Collapse as a NYCHA Tenant?

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New York City Housing Authority or NYCHA tenants of a Morrisania complex in the Bronx have been dealing with a roofing issue for the past couple of months. This problem has resulted in many other incidents. Some tenants are struggling with major leaks. A ceiling collapse even forced one family out of their apartment indefinitely. Other issues include cold temperatures in the entire building and damp mail. Many tenants have complained to NYCHA, but they […]

On April 1, 2019 by

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Heat Stroke Due to a Boiling NY Apartment? Your Landlord May Be Liable

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No one likes a sweltering apartment. It can be hard to find relief, and difficult to sleep in extreme heat and humidity. That’s just the beginning, though. An overly hot apartment isn’t just an annoyance – it can be dangerous, and even deadly. Thanks to record heat waves, New York has recently seen a rash of heat-related illnesses, particularly in lower-income areas where apartments are less likely to be air conditioned. Although New York housing […]

On August 22, 2018 by

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Watch for These NY Heat Injuries That Can be Due to Negligence

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The heat can be deadly, causing people all kinds of injuries if they’re not careful. Below, we’re going to go over some of the most common types of heat-related injuries someone can suffer from. If you get these types of heat injuries at work, you may be able to file a personal injury claim. Learn more about these injuries and what you can do according to New York law. Common Heat Injuries and Illnesses New […]

On July 3, 2018 by

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Liability and Legal Recourse in NY Swimming Pool Accidents

Parking Garage Collapse In Lower Manhattan – What Happened?

What Are the Elements of a Premises Liability Case in NY?

How to Avoid Heatstroke and Exhaustion in Your NY Apartment

Are NY Landlords Responsible For Your Fall?

Six Steps After a Slip-and-Fall During an Essential Trip in NYC

Sleet in the City Means Your Sidewalk Fall Could Be NYC’s Fault

Were You Injured in a Ceiling Collapse as a NYCHA Tenant?

Heat Stroke Due to a Boiling NY Apartment? Your Landlord May Be Liable

Watch for These NY Heat Injuries That Can be Due to Negligence

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