Hudson Valley Slip And Fall Lawyer
Dutchess County, New York Premises Liability Attorneys
Property owners have an obligation to keep their premises free of safety hazards and to provide supervision and security under certain circumstances. Under New York law, you may have grounds to sue for injuries if you can establish negligence.
That's where the law firm of Vasti & Vasti, P.C. comes in. Our Pleasant Valley practice represents victims of premises liability injuries in Dutchess County and throughout the Hudson Valley. Call us today at 845-224-3559 for a free initial consultation.
Slip-and-Fall Injuries
Owners are responsible for regular maintenance and inspection of their property, compliance with building codes, and responding when patrons or residents report dangerous conditions. We are presently litigating and have also won damages for clients against municipalities, grocery stores, apartment buildings and other properties for falling accidents and other injuries:
- Snow and ice on steps or walkways
- Spilled liquids or foreign substances
- Broken or noncompliant stairs, railings and lights
- Waxed or mopped floors without warning signs
- Uneven surfaces or unexpected rises (tripping hazards)
- Sleigh riding accident on State Park property
Dog Bites and Animal Attacks
New York law makes animal owners strictly liable for all medical bills from a dog bite or attack if the dog was off its leash or the owner knew or should have known the animal was dangerous. We work to show that the dog had previously bitten, chased, snapped or otherwise displayed vicious behavior. We have recovered damages for serious dog bites and infections, as well as scarring and reconstructive surgery.
Inadequate Security
The owner of a hotel, apartment building, parking garage or business may be accountable for a mugging, rape or assault if broken windows, doors, elevators or locks were not repaired in a timely manner, or if the property was not equipped with adequate security measures such as cameras, secured entries, patrols or guards. This is especially true in documented high-crime areas.
Sports Injuries and Failure to Supervise
Vasti & Vasti, P.C. has recovered damages for children injured in athletics or other examples of failure to provide supervision, safety equipment or a safe environment. In two cases, children were injured because of crowded conditions: a child hit in the head by a baseball bat when activities were moved indoors after a rain-out, and a wrestler who suffered permanent injury when three squads practiced for excessive time in the same room and against grossly over-matched individuals.
Do I Have a Premises Liability Case?
Contact Vasti & Vasti, P.C. online or call 845-224-3559 for a free case evaluation. We are accessible and help you handle all related matters while we aggressively pursue compensation.
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