Many people in New York rely on wheelchair ramps to access buildings. Whether a person is in a wheelchair, uses a walker, has a stroller, or needs help going up an incline, a wheelchair ramp is an important structure. But it may be surprising to learn that a...
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Wheelchair ramps can be dangerous
Many people in New York rely on wheelchair ramps at businesses and community buildings. Whether they are in a wheelchair, use a walker, a stroller, or just need extra stability when entering a building, wheelchair ramps are extremely important for the disabled and...
Who May be Liable for Damage from a Fallen Tree?
The NYC Parks Department reports that damaged trees include trees with limbs that are cracked, a trunk that is split, a uprooted tree or leaning tree, and a tree that is alive but in poor condition. Many different variables can contribute to a tree becoming weak and...
Who is responsible for clearing snow/ice from sidewalks in NYC?
Snowfall in York City is predicted to be above-average this winter. With the potential of several feet of snow over the course of winter, snow removal could be a constant reality and danger for New York City residents and commuters. Since snow on sidewalks can be...
This Is What You Must Do If You Suffer a Dog Bite Injury
Bites from pet dogs account for the majority of animal-caused injuries in New York City. Each year, according to the New York City Department of Health, dog bite injuries cause about 6,000 New York City residents to be sent to emergency rooms. As the Department of...
Important Steps to Take If You Are Hit by a Falling Object in NYC
Objects falling from overhead can do tremendous damage to life and limb. In New York City, they pose a hazard to pedestrians walking on public sidewalks, workers laboring at construction sites, and anyone else unlucky enough to find themselves in the path of an object...
This Is What You Must Do If You Trip on a Sidewalk in NYC
If you trip and fall on a sidewalk in New York City, there are certain things you must do in order to maximize your chances of obtaining satisfactory compensation for any personal injuries suffered as a result. So here’s a checklist of action items that will help you...
Remember that property owners must clear snow or ice from walkways on their property
You can be sued for the following: Failure to clear a walkway, sidewalk or parking lot in a timely manner. Clearing only part of a sidewalk. Doing a poor job in clearing snow and ice (ie leaving behind icy patches). Failing to salt where ice forms. Failing to fix a...
Kids get in Accidents at School
School is supposed to be a safe place where children can receive the vital education they need to succeed. Many schools, whether public or private, struggle with managing oversized and understaffed classrooms, troubled students, and poorly maintained school premises....
Slip and Fall on Snow/Ice in Winter: It is Not too Late to Sue
Although the temperatures might be nearing 100 degrees in some states, it is not too late to file a lawsuit if you slipped and fell on ice this past winter. Depending on the state you may have one to six years to file a slip and fall lawsuit. However, time is often of...