New York Premises Liability Lawyers
Property owners, landlords, businesses, building managers, and municipalities have a duty to maintain reasonably safe premises. When dangerous property conditions cause serious injuries, victims may be entitled to compensation.
Berkowitz & Weitz Law represents individuals injured in slip and fall accidents, sidewalk defect cases, negligent security incidents, unsafe building conditions, and other premises liability claims throughout New York.
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Dangerous Property Conditions Can Cause Serious Injuries
Premises liability claims arise when unsafe property conditions cause injuries that could have been prevented. These cases may involve falls, defective sidewalks, broken stairs, unsafe walkways, poor lighting, negligent security, falling objects, building code violations, and dangerous property maintenance.
Serious property injuries can include traumatic brain injuries, fractures, spinal injuries, knee and shoulder injuries, nerve damage, permanent disability, and wrongful death. Berkowitz & Weitz Law investigates dangerous property conditions and pursues compensation from responsible property owners, landlords, businesses, building managers, municipalities, and other negligent parties.
Notable Premises Liability Results
Every case is unique and past results do not guarantee future outcomes. These examples illustrate the types of serious premises liability claims handled by Berkowitz & Weitz Law.
$4 Million Trial Verdict
Trial verdict for a 53-year-old housekeeper injured after stepping into a pothole located within a crosswalk, sustaining spine and knee injuries that required numerous surgeries.
$950,000 Settlement
Settlement for a 66-year-old teacher who was struck in the head by a falling object while teaching in a New York City classroom.
$750,000 Settlement
Settlement for a 40-year-old teacher who was struck in the head and neck by a defective window, causing a traumatic brain injury.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own facts and circumstances.
Representation For Serious Property Injury Claims
Our attorneys handle premises liability claims involving unsafe property conditions, negligent security, defective sidewalks, dangerous buildings, and serious fall-related injuries.
Determining Liability After A Property Injury
Premises liability claims often require detailed investigation. Evidence may include incident reports, surveillance footage, photographs of the dangerous condition, maintenance records, inspection logs, repair histories, witness statements, building code records, and prior complaints.
Our attorneys evaluate who controlled the property, who had notice of the dangerous condition, whether safety rules were violated, and whether the responsible parties failed to correct hazards or warn visitors before serious injuries occurred.
- Property owner investigations
- Building maintenance records
- Security and surveillance evidence
- Municipal liability claims
- Trial-ready representation
Whether you were injured in a slip and fall, sidewalk defect accident, negligent security incident, or unsafe building condition, Berkowitz & Weitz Law can help evaluate your claim.
Compensation Available In Premises Liability Claims
Serious premises liability victims may be entitled to compensation for immediate losses and long-term damages caused by unsafe property conditions.
Medical Expenses
Emergency treatment, hospitalization, surgery, physical therapy, medication, and future medical care.
Lost Income
Lost wages, reduced earning capacity, and financial losses caused by time away from work.
Pain & Suffering
Physical pain, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, disability, and long-term trauma.
Future Care
Ongoing therapy, home care, mobility assistance, and long-term treatment needs.
Permanent Disability
Claims involving traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, fractures, and permanent impairment.
Wrongful Death
Compensation for families after fatal property injuries caused by negligence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is premises liability?
Premises liability refers to legal claims involving injuries caused by unsafe property conditions. These cases may involve slip and fall accidents, sidewalk defects, negligent security, dangerous stairways, building code violations, falling objects, poor lighting, or other hazards on property controlled by another party.
Who can be held responsible for unsafe property conditions?
Responsible parties may include property owners, landlords, tenants, building managers, businesses, contractors, municipalities, maintenance companies, or security providers depending on who controlled the property and who had responsibility for addressing the dangerous condition.
What if the property owner denies responsibility?
Property owners and insurance companies often deny responsibility by arguing they did not know about the hazard or that the injured person was at fault. Evidence such as photographs, surveillance footage, maintenance records, prior complaints, inspection logs, and witness testimony may help establish liability.
What compensation can I recover in a premises liability claim?
Compensation may include medical expenses, lost income, future medical care, pain and suffering, disability, rehabilitation costs, and in fatal cases, wrongful death damages. The value of a claim depends on the severity of the injuries and the long-term impact on the victim’s life.
How long do I have to file a premises liability claim?
Deadlines depend on the facts of the case and the parties involved. Claims involving municipalities or public property may require much shorter notice deadlines. It is important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible after a serious property injury.
Speak With A New York Premises Liability Lawyer Today
If you suffered serious injuries because of unsafe property conditions, dangerous walkways, inadequate security, defective sidewalks, or building negligence, contact Berkowitz & Weitz Law today.