New York Premises Liability Lawyers
If you or a loved one were injured because a dangerous condition on a property was not addressed, you may be able to pursue compensation for your injuries and other losses. At Lever & Ecker, we take personal injury cases very personally. Our New York premises liability lawyers investigate unsafe property conditions, identify where property owners or managers failed to keep the premises safe, and pursue the full and fair compensation you deserve.
When you enter a store, apartment building, parking garage, or walk on a sidewalk in New York, you expect the property to be maintained in a way that keeps you safe. Too often, that expectation is not met as property owners, property managers, and government entities sometimes fail to address known hazards, creating conditions that lead to slips and falls and other serious injuries. When that happens, the impact can be immediate and overwhelming.
Table of Contents
- Why Choose Lever & Ecker as Your New York Premises Liability Lawyers
- Our Team of New York Premises Liability Lawyers
- What Our New York Premises Liability Clients Have to Say
- What Is Premises Liability in New York?
- What Are Some Common Premises Liability Cases in New York?
- When Do Premises Liability Cases Typically Occur in New York?
- Who Can Be Held Liable in a Premises Liability Claim in New York?
- Evidence in a NY Premises Liability Lawsuit
- What Compensation May Be Available in a New York Premises Liability Case?
- How Long Do You Have to File a Premises Liability Claim in New York?
- Speak With a New York Premises Liability Lawyer
Why Choose Lever & Ecker as Your New York Premises Liability Lawyers
After a serious injury caused by unsafe property conditions, you do not want to be treated like a case number. You deserve clear answers, a focused legal strategy, and direct communication throughout your case. Insurance companies do not play fair. Our New York personal injury lawyers are here to level the playing field by securing crucial evidence, investigating dangerous property conditions, and preparing every case for trial.
When you work with us, you can expect:
- More than 70 years of combined experience focused on serious injury claims
- Big firm service with a personalized, small firm approach
- Attention to detail and proactive, client-focused communication
- Convenience when you need it most
Our Team of New York Premises Liability Lawyers
Our Success in Handling New York Premises Liability Cases
New York Premises Liability Case Example: Trip and Fall on Defective Sidewalk
What Our New York Premises Liability Clients Have to Say
A Surgeon’s Story: A Devastating Fall, Paralysis, and the Journey to Recovery
Video Transcript
I had just left work after a really hard day and was heading home, thinking about my patients and the day. In a parking facility, I had a fall and injured my left leg, requiring reconstructive surgery. I also suffered a spinal cord injury that left me completely paralyzed on my right side, from my neck down to my hand. I was unable to walk for quite some time and was in a cast, unable to care for myself due to my paralyzed arm, which was really difficult. Lever & Ecker have been great throughout everything, always checking up on me and making sure I had what I needed. Their communication is fabulous; they are there for you 100% of the time, and they truly mean it. They are amazing human beings as well as professionals, and I feel very fortunate to have their help in my life. I would definitely recommend Lever & Ecker. I don’t even know another name to recommend because I think they are fabulous. They genuinely have everyone’s best interests at heart. They always emphasized honesty and trust, and I think that’s really special. I would absolutely recommend them to anybody.
Client Testimonials
Client Testimonial
My experience with Lever and Ecker has been nothing short of an absolute pleasure. I had a slip and fall that resulted in a full ACL reconstruction and double lumbar fusion. I was represented by Mr. Adam Weiss over the course of my lawsuit. Mr. Weiss was ALWAYS kind, courteous, honest, open, and a true professional in every aspect of the word. I never felt pressured in any way or uncomfortable. Mr. Lever and Mr. Ecker were also extremely pleasant and helpful when we spoke. Recently, my case has been settled and I’m extremely pleased with the settlement. This process was painless. I cannot say enough wonderful to things about Adam or this firm. They will have your back and look out for YOUR BEST INTERESTS while guiding you the entire way. They will ask only for honesty and patience. Adam never felt like a lawyer, but more so like a friend of who knows law that’s on your side. Leave your predisposed notions (if you have) about lawyers at the door – these guys are good people that want to help good people. I’m truly grateful for Adam’s endless positivity and impeccable work ethic.
JD
What Is Premises Liability in New York?
Under personal injury law, premises liability involves injuries caused by unsafe conditions on someone else’s property. Property owners and property managers are expected to maintain reasonably safe conditions and address hazards that could injure visitors.
New York law acknowledges that the duty a property owner owes can depend on why someone was on the property. Different types of visitors include:
- Invitees: People invited onto property for business purposes, like shoppers in a store
- Licensees: Social guests or others allowed on the property for non-business reasons
- Trespassers: People on the property without permission
What Are Some Common Premises Liability Cases in New York?
In New York, some of the most common premises liability cases are as follows:
- Slip, Trip, and Fall Accidents
- Stairwell Accidents
- Defective Sidewalk Accidents
- Defective Property Conditions
- Elevator and Escalator Accidents
- Snow and Ice accidents
- Falling Objects
- Dog Bites and Animal Attacks
- Toxic Exposure
When Do Premises Liability Cases Typically Occur in New York?
Premises liability cases in New York often arise when someone is injured due to an unsafe condition on a property and believes the owner or manager is responsible for failing to address the hazard.
Some common situations where premises liability may come into play include:
- Wet, slippery, or recently cleaned floors without proper warning signs
- Snow, ice, or refrozen ice left untreated after winter weather
- Uneven walking surfaces, including loose tiles, torn carpeting, or broken pavement
- Broken, loose, or missing handrails on stairways
- Poor or non-functioning lighting in stairwells, hallways, or entryways
- Cracked, raised, or defective sidewalks that create trip hazards
- Unsecured or improperly stacked objects that fall from shelves or overhead
- Inadequate security measures in areas with known criminal activity
- Malfunctioning or poorly maintained elevators and escalators
- Unmarked construction or renovation hazards left in pedestrian areas
Who Can Be Held Liable in a Premises Liability Claim in New York?
Determining liability in a New York premises liability case often involves identifying who owned, controlled, or was responsible for maintaining the specific area where the unsafe condition existed. In many cases, more than one party may share responsibility depending on how the property was managed and who had control over the hazard.
Common liable parties include:
- Property owners
- Property managers or management companies
- Business owners and tenants
- Government entities
Evidence in a NY Premises Liability Lawsuit
To pursue a premises liability lawsuit in New York, you need to show:
- The property owner was responsible for keeping the location safe
- A dangerous condition existed on the property
- The owner knew or reasonably should have known about the danger
- The owner failed to fix the problem or properly warn people about it
- The dangerous condition caused injury and damage
Evidence plays a central role. Incident reports, photos, surveillance footage, maintenance logs, witness statements, and medical documentation can help establish how long a hazard existed and whether reasonable steps were taken to address it. Early involvement of a New York premises liability lawyer often ensures that critical evidence is preserved before it changes or is lost.
What Compensation May Be Available in a New York Premises Liability Case?
A serious property injury can affect far more than your physical health. It may disrupt your ability to work, place strain on your family, and create significant financial pressure that continues long after initial treatment. Depending on the circumstances, compensation in a premises liability case can account for pain and suffering, medical care, lost income, and other damages.
Pain and Suffering
Non-economic damages serve to compensate injured individuals for the mental and emotional toll of living through an injury. This includes pain and suffering, past and future surgeries, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.
Medical Expenses and Future Care
Emergency treatment, diagnostic imaging, physical therapy, medication, and ongoing medical needs may be included, particularly in cases involving fractures, head injuries, or back injuries.
Lost Wages and Reduced Earning Capacity
Time away from work can have lasting consequences, especially when injuries affect long-term earning ability. Damages may account for past and future lost wages and reduced earning capacity.
Long-Term Disability or Disfigurement
Some injuries involve permanent limitations, scarring, or lasting impairment. Compensation for these damages may reflect the long-term impact of the injury on daily life and future well-being.
How Long Do You Have to File a Premises Liability Claim in New York?
Under the New York personal injury statute of limitations, most premises liability personal injury lawsuits must be filed within three years from the date of the accident. Shorter deadlines apply when a slip, trip, and fall accident in New York occurs on public property or if a municipal entity may otherwise be responsible. If a city, county, or other public entity may be responsible, you must file a Notice of Claim within 90 days of the incident and start your lawsuit within one year and 90 days of the incident. Missing these deadlines may prevent you from recovering compensation regardless of the circumstances of your case.
Speak With a New York Premises Liability Lawyer
If an unsafe property condition in New York caused your injuries, you deserve legal representation that focuses on investigating what went wrong and holding the responsible parties accountable.
With over 70 years of experience, our award-winning New York premises liability lawyers take care of the hard work for you by investigating what happened, dealing with the insurance company, building the case, and pursuing the compensation you deserve for your injuries and related damages.
We offer free case evaluations, and when you work with us, you do not pay us anything unless we win your case. To get started on your case, contact us online or call one of our offices:
- Bronx: (718) 933-3632
- White Plains: (914) 288-9191
- Queens: (347) 391-6337
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