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When you are injured on someone else’s property in Manhattan, the experience can be overwhelming. You shouldn’t have to navigate medical bills, lost wages, or complex legal processes alone. An experienced Manhattan premises liability lawyer can stand by your side.
At Shulman & Hill Injury Lawyers, we have over 200 years of combined legal experience helping injury victims recover. Over the years, we have secured more than $1 billion for our clients, and we continue to win big cases.
Our personal injury lawyers in Manhattan know how to file a strong claim. Call today for a free initial consultation.
Manhattan Premises Liability Lawyers Who Care
After a serious injury, accessibility matters. Our Manhattan premises liability lawyers are deeply connected to the communities we serve. We are based in Manhattan and have offices located across all five boroughs, so you can get help where and when you need it.
We combine the resources, knowledge, and courtroom experience required to handle complex big-city injury cases with the personal attention every client deserves. We understand the unique challenges of living and working in New York City, and we know how quickly unsafe property conditions can change someone’s life.
When you work with our team, you get more than legal representation. You get advocates who listen, who care about your recovery, and who are ready to stand up for you. Strong legal guidance and local access go hand in hand, because protecting our neighbors is at the heart of what we do.
How to Prove Negligence in a Premises Liability Claim
In a premises liability claim, negligence means a property owner (or another party responsible for maintaining a property) failed to keep the premises reasonably safe, and that failure led to someone being injured.
Property owners are not expected to prevent every possible accident, but they are required to take reasonable steps to identify hazards, repair unsafe conditions, and warn visitors about dangers that are not immediately obvious. When they fail to do so, they may be held legally responsible for the harm that results.
To prove negligence in a premises liability case, four basic elements usually must be shown:
- Duty of care: The property owner had a legal responsibility to maintain safe conditions for people who are lawfully on the property, such as customers, tenants, employees, or guests. The level of care may vary depending on the situation, but owners generally must inspect their property, address known dangers, and take steps to prevent foreseeable injuries.
- Breach of duty: The owner failed to meet that responsibility. This can happen when a hazardous condition is ignored, repairs are delayed, safety policies are not followed, or adequate warnings are not provided. A breach often involves situations where the owner knew (or reasonably should have known) about a dangerous condition but did not act.
- Causation: The unsafe condition must be directly connected to the injury. The injury would not have happened but for the hazardous condition or the owner’s failure to address it. Establishing causation often involves evidence such as incident reports, maintenance records, surveillance footage, photographs, or witness statements.
- Damages: The injured person must have suffered actual losses or harm as a result of the accident. These damages may include medical bills, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, reduced earning ability, pain and suffering, and other physical, emotional, or financial impacts caused by the injury.
From the outset, our investigators move quickly to preserve and collect key evidence before it disappears. We visit the scene, photograph hazardous conditions, document lighting, flooring, structural issues, or code violations, and identify potential surveillance cameras.
In many cases, conditions are repaired or altered shortly after an incident. Acting fast helps ensure the dangerous condition is accurately captured. The sooner you call Shulman & Hill Injury Lawyers, the more time we have to investigate.
You Have a Limited Time to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in New York
If you’ve been injured on someone else’s property, New York law sets strict deadlines for filing a personal injury lawsuit. These deadlines, known as statutes of limitations, exist to ensure evidence is preserved and cases are handled efficiently. Missing the deadline can prevent you from recovering fair compensation, even if the property owner was clearly at fault.
In New York, the general statute of limitations for most personal injury claims, including premises liability cases, is three years, according to N.Y. C.P.L.R Law § 214. Certain situations may have shorter or longer deadlines.
Because these deadlines are strict and can vary depending on the circumstances, contact our experienced premises liability lawyers in Manhattan as soon as possible. In personal injury cases, time is not just money; it can be the difference between holding the responsible party accountable and losing your claim entirely.
Work With Trusted Premises Liability Attorneys in Manhattan
When you choose to work with our trusted premises liability attorneys in Manhattan, you’re choosing advocates who are committed to standing by your side through every step of your recovery. We fight tirelessly to hold property owners accountable, protect your rights, and secure the compensation you need to move forward.
With experience, determination, and a deep understanding of New York’s legal landscape, we give you clear guidance, strong representation, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing someone is fighting for you.
You don’t have to face this challenge alone; we are here to help you reclaim your life with confidence. Call Shulman & Hill Injury Lawyers today.