Whether you are walking down the street or a tenant in a home you have rented, you have the right to expect that the properties are safe. Property owners and managers have the responsibility to ensure that there are no defects, hazards, or other conditions which create an unnecessary risk of injury. When appropriate measures are not taken, they can be held responsible for their carelessness. The partners of Sanocki Newman & Turret, LLP have over thirty-five years of experiencing fighting for individuals who have been injured as a result of:
- slip/trip and falls
- lead paint exposure
- fires
- explosions
- electrocution
- stairwell falls
- elevator/escalator accidents
- dog bites
- swimming pool accidents
- supermarket falls
- numerous other dangerous conditions
If you believe you have been the victim of an accident on another’s premises you may be entitled to monetary compensation for physical and emotional pain and suffering and economic losses.
Slip/Trips and Falls
While walking is something most of us take for granted, it is actually a complicated biomechanical activity involving the constant shifting of center of gravity and balance. As a result, slip/trips and falls can occur as a result of many dangerous conditions including wet or slippery surfaces, staircases with broken or improper treads and handrails, improper clearing of snow and ice, damaged walkways, and uneven sidewalks. There are numerous codes and regulations which property owners must follow to ensure that the premises are safe. For example, New York City Administrative Code §7-210, generally places liability upon the owner of the abutting property to maintain sidewalks in a reasonably safe condition. While a slip/trip and fall may not seem to be of consequence, they can lead to serious injuries. If you or a loved one has suffered harm as a result of a slip/trip and fall, you should immediately contact Sanocki Newman & Turret, LLP as there are strict time limitations under the law within which you must bring your claim, especially if the property owner is a municipality or municipal agency.
Elevator/Escalator Accidents
Although many of us take elevators and escalators regularly without giving any thought statistics show that they cause approximately 17,000 injuries in the United States every year. Often, elevator and escalator accidents can be catastrophic. There are complicated laws, codes, and standards regulating the operation and maintenance of these devices. If you or a loved one suffers an injury in an elevator or escalator, the property owner or manager may be responsible to provide you compensation. Often, there are surveillance videos capturing the incident which must be obtained quickly or they are erased and lost forever. Sanocki Newman & Turret, LLP has decades of experience representing individuals injured in elevators and escalators and are prepared to continue to fight on behalf of injury victims.
Dog Bites
There are 4.7 million dog bites in the United States every year. If you or a loved one has suffered serious injury as a result of a dog bite, you may need legal representation. If a dog has known vicious propensities, its owner can be held liable for failing to prevent an attack. If you are the victim of a dog bite, after seeking medical attention, your next step should be to contact Sanocki Newman & Turret, LLP to speak to an attorney experienced in handling these cases for a consultation as to what actions are appropriate.