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On Behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Mar 15, 2022 | Premises Liability Defense

When it comes to premises liability, property owners carry a big responsibility. If you’ve invited people onto your property, such as when customers enter a store, then you have a legal duty to protect those individuals from unreasonable risk of harm raised by...

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What’s it Worth? March 4, 2022

On Behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Mar 4, 2022 | What's It Worth?

Times are hard. The war in Ukraine is contrary to our concept of freedom and democracy. Before taking a look at this week’s cases we compliment Saturday Night Live on its cold open on February 26, 2022 in support of the citizens of Ukraine.   DAMON SIMS V. BRONX...

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What are some common premises liability defenses?

On Behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Mar 1, 2022 | Premises Liability Defense

Retail companies often face premises liability lawsuits filed by customers who have suffered slip-and-fall injuries while shopping at their stores. However, just because an injury occurred on store grounds does not mean that store owners should be held liable for...

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Resolving liability claims out of the courtroom

On Behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Feb 17, 2022 | Insurance Coverage Defense

When large retailers in New York or franchisors are facing a lawsuit, it can be particularly draining on the company, especially as the bad publicity drives customers away. Consumer relations may sour when a client makes claims of misrepresentation or false...

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Defending against a store slip and fall

On Behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Feb 15, 2022 | Premises Liability Defense

Store owners have many responsibilities, including ordering supplies, paying their staff members and performing general maintenance. If a person falls in a store and brings a claim for compensation against the owner, it can be difficult to know what to do next....

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What needs to be proven in a slip and fall claim?

On Behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Feb 2, 2022 | Premises Liability Defense

To prevail in a slip and fall claim, the individual bringing the claim must prove certain elements for the accused property owner or possessor to be liable. If they fail to do so, the property owner or possessor may not be considered liable which is why property...

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What’s it Worth? January 25, 2022

On Behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Jan 25, 2022 | What's It Worth?

What a game! How can the game end without giving Josh Allen the ball? Change the rule!! If you don’t know what I am talking about, I apologize but you missed an epic battle between 2 exceptional talents. As one of my daughters said immediately following the game, “I...

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What are defense options for car and truck accident claims?

On Behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Jan 19, 2022 | Trucking And Transportation Liability Defense

Liability for a car accident can result in the payment of significant damages for the party that is found liable for the accident. For that reason, it is helpful to be familiar with possible defenses to liability for a car accident or truck accident which may leave...

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Security firms have to walk a tightrope  

On Behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Jan 18, 2022 | Negligent Security Defense

Although it may not seem fair, private security firms have to strike a careful balance as they do their work. On the one hand, individuals and businesses who use these security firms obviously expect to do its job by keeping a premises free of disorder and crime. To...

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Trucking risk managers are navigating a tough legal climate

On Behalf of The Law Firm of Connors & Connors, P.C. | Jan 5, 2022 | Trucking And Transportation Liability Defense

The legal climate throughout the country remains difficult for transportation companies that maintain large fleets. On the one hand, insurance premiums have been on the rise over recent years. For a transportation fleet, the cost of insurance can cut deeply into a...

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