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...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Mar 30, 2020 | Premises Liability Defense
Business owners in New York have many unique risks to prepare for including the possibility of being hit with a lawsuit if a situation occurs on the premises of their property where the victim feels a company is to blame. Organizational leaders who consider all angles...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Feb 27, 2020 | Premises Liability Defense
Most states in American provide a third party the opportunity to sue a bar, nightclub or hotel for injuries occurring from an alcohol-related incident. In New York, these personal injury claims fall under The Dram Shop Act. The statute, found under the state’s General...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Oct 28, 2019 | Premises Liability Defense
An accident that occurs in a retail establishment in New York may leave the business owner open to a premises liability lawsuit if the customer sustained an injury as a result. However, as commercial tenants rather than property owners, business owners may wonder if...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Oct 9, 2019 | Premises Liability Defense
When you first open a business in New York, sometimes it is difficult to find a place to operate. If you cannot make it work out of your home, you will either have to build your own storefront or rent. Most business owners start out, at least, by renting. It can help...
