Premise Liability

Premises liability is a legal term that describes responsibility for accidents that occur due to the negligent maintenance, operatin or design of property. The landlord, property owner or party responsible for maintenance of the property can be held liable for personal injuries if the injuries were the result of the hazardous condition on the property.

The most common causes of injuries of this type include a trip or slip and fall, such as on an icy sidewalk, a loose, uneven stair tread, or a piece of debris or spilled liquid on the floor. Other forms of liability include trip and fall, playground equipment, failing merchandise, falls from ladders/scaffolding, elevator or escalator accidents, poor lighting and design flaws. The actual liability of the potentially responsible individuals varies and it depends on the rules and principles adopted in the jurisdiction where the mishap occurred.

If you have been injured it is very important that you contact a premises liability lawyer at Defense NY.com. We defend and prosecute all manner of premises liability actions. Contact us at (866) 99 TRUST.