On behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Jan 11, 2021 | Premises Liability Defense
Being a landlord can be incredibly difficult, but it can also be incredibly rewarding. After all, the New York rental market is the most expensive in the entire world, with the only exemptions being San Francisco and Hong Kong. And, these prices are often the reason...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Dec 24, 2020 | Premises Liability Defense
There are certain aspects of living in a large city like New York that can be worrisome. While it might sound like a nightmare for a person to fall through the sidewalk and land on a nest of rats, it did happen, leaving a man injured and traumatized. After this type...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Dec 8, 2020 | Premises Liability Defense
Retail store owners, and other types of property owners have a duty to take reasonable steps to protect invitees (e.g. customers) who have entered their property legally from hazardous conditions. Generally, this requires store owners to: Regularly inspect the...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Oct 7, 2020 | Premises Liability Defense
Defending against a premises liability claim can be important for property owners and landlords to be familiar with. Because their exposure, and liability, can be a costly headache in some situations, knowing how defend against premises liability claims is valuable...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Aug 20, 2020 | Premises Liability Defense
If you are a property owner who is looking to reduce premises liability, understanding the “plain view” doctrine is a must. Most commonly, any premises liability claim involving a static defect will also invoke the plain view doctrine. According to FindLaw, the plain...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Aug 18, 2020 | Premises Liability Defense
Restaurant owners face several types of risks during regular service. From food to property, safety is a significant factor when operating a restaurant. However, as restaurant owners get creative to keep their doors open, they must also consider liability with fresh...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Aug 14, 2020 | Premises Liability Defense
When someone falls and suffers an injury on the property of someone else, they may file a premises liability claim in an attempt to get money to cover their injuries. Such claims cost property owners and insurance companies considerable money each year, even though...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Jul 15, 2020 | Premises Liability Defense
When it comes to premises liability in New York, you may hear that liability rests on the degree of care you owe to the injured party. But what is a degree of care when it comes to the law, and to whom do you owe it? Understanding state negligence and liability laws...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | May 12, 2020 | Premises Liability Defense
Business owners in New York value the loyalty of their patrons and are constantly finding innovative ways to encourage more people to consider their products and services. Part of their ability to attract and maintain loyal customers is by providing a comfortable and...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Apr 17, 2020 | Premises Liability Defense
A premises injury lawsuit can be quite costly for your business. If someone falls at your warehouse, office or retail location, he or she can seek damages for medical bills, lost wages and other costs. Understand the extent of your potential liability if your company...
