Archive for: Premises Liability

In New York, a premises owner must provide adequate lighting to prevent injury and harm to those entering the property. Failing to provide adequate lighting may mean that individuals on the premises slip, trip, or fall when they cannot see hazards. Inadequate lighting — whether because of lack of lights, broken / burned out bulbs, or improperly placed lighting — may cause individuals to be hit by unseen objects or bump into other individuals or objects that cannot be avoided in time.

Bad lighting may also provide opportunities for criminals to commit robberies or assaults. It is important for property owners to have sufficient lighting in entryways, hallways, along walkways, in parking lots, and in garages. Without adequate lighting, criminals can lurk in the dark and wait for an unsuspecting victim to come along.

Where the lack of proper lighting contributes to dangerous circumstances or presents a safety issue putting visitors at risk, the owner or landlord of a building, store, parking garage, apartment, or other premises may be held responsible for injuries or losses.

Our New York City Premises Liability Lawyers Recover for Security Failures

Eisenberg & Baum’s New York City premises liability attorneys hold premises owners responsible when you or loved ones suffer injuries caused by negligent lighting. We understand the physical and emotional harm your family may be going through, whether you are the victim of a slip-and-fall or the victim of an assault. Our personal injury law firm will be on your side and fight for compensation.

Our skilled lawyers leave no stone unturned in looking at all aspects of your case to get the compensation you need. A successful premises liability case requires a thorough investigation of the history of the premises as well as the relationships relevant to the current incident. This means collecting and analyzing building maintenance records and incident reports, talking with other residents or occupants, calling in technical and security experts, investigating the scene, communicating with insurance companies, and procuring all other necessary records and data.

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Have you or someone close to you been seriously injured due to negligent lighting at a business, apartment building, garage or other premises? Contact us today at info@eandblaw.com, complete our online form, or call (212) 353-8700 to speak with an experienced New York premises liability attorney.

We offer free initial consultations and bill on a contingent fee basis — you won’t have to pay us unless we win your case.

Dog bites are a very common form of injury, for both adults and children. They can have serious consequences, including permanent disfigurement and psychological trauma. In extreme cases, they may result in death. Also people may be injured by dogs without being bitten. For example, dogs can cause injury with their claws, and can knock people over. If injured, these people may also have the right to recover damages from a dog owner.

Eisenberg & Baum’s New York injury attorneys will help you confront a dog owner or dog walker whose dog was the cause of your injury. And we will advocate in private negotiations or in a lawsuit to be sure you receive the monetary compensation you are due for medical bills, lost work, pain, scarring or loss of a loved one.

Were You or Your Child Injured by a Dog?

You or your child may have walked by the Pit Bull or Rottweiler down the block a hundred times without incident. Whatever the breed, dogs can be unpredictable and their temperaments may change because they are sick (including with rabies) or simply because they are getting older. So, whether a dog is owned by your neighbor or by a stranger simply passing by you on the sidewalk, bites and aggression can happen without warning to the victim.

The dangers to adults include severe bites to the legs, ankles, arms and hands. Older adults may be more prone to being knocked over by a dog — particularly when the dog is not properly leashed. Small children are particularly vulnerable because their faces and fingers may be right at a dog’s level.

Tensions can run high if a dog owner is accused of being responsible for his or her dog’s aggression. We recommend that, if you were injured, you allow an attorney to speak on your behalf.

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Have you or someone close to you been seriously injured by a dog or other pet? Are you unsure whether or not you can sue a dog owner for negligence? Contact us today to speak with an experienced New York dog bite lawyer. Email us at info@eandblaw.com, complete our online form, or call (212) 353-8700.

We offer free initial consultations and bill on a contingent fee basis — you won’t have to pay us unless we win your case.

In New York, business and property owners are responsible for making sure their buildings and lots, including sidewalks and steps, are free from ice and snow hazards. Accumulations of snow can hide other potential hazards, and untreated black ice can lead to painful injuries. Neglecting snow and ice removal, insufficient shoveling and salting, poor building maintenance, or failing to warn can cause people to slip, trip, and fall while walking.

Slip-and-falls can cause painful back and neck injuries, fractures, broken bones, sprains, soft tissue damage, and even concussions. Slip and fall accidents caused by ice or snow on sidewalks can lead to serious, life-threatening injuries and even wrongful death. Winter in the northeast is an ordeal, but property owners have a duty to make sure walkways are clear within four hours after a snowstorm or by 11 a.m. if the storm ends in the evening or during the night. Negligent property owners should be held responsible, and at Eisenberg & Baum, our attorneys’ first priority is getting you full and fair compensation for your injuries.

Our New York City Premises Liability Attorneys Help You Recover for Damages

Successful slip-and-fall cases require a trained and speedy response to gather all possible evidence to show a property owner owed a duty to people coming onto the property, knew or should have known of a hazard, and failed to take steps to correct it. You need a skilled slip-and-fall personal injury law firm to build an effective case.

Our New York premises liability attorneys have the experience to take immediate and effective action. We have the resources and experience to gather evidence in building a strong case. These cases can turn on fine details such as the specific timing of events, knowledge of the parties, and what exactly was done or not done. You can trust Eisenberg & Baum to leave no stone unturned and explore every avenue of compensation for you and your loved ones.

Contact Us for a Free Consultation

Have you or someone close to you been seriously injured in a slip-and-fall from ice or snow? Are you unsure whether or not you can sue a responsible individual for negligence due to the accident? Contact us today at info@eandblaw.com, complete our online form, or call (212) 353-8700 to speak with an experienced New York premises liability lawyer.

We offer free initial consultations and bill on a contingent fee basis — you won’t have to pay us unless we win your case.