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Below are some frequently asked questions about Premises Liability:
How do the emotional or noneconomic damages, such as pain and suffering, factor into the value of a premises liability case on Long Island?
Compensation may include economic damages for medical bills, lost wages due to time off from work for your injuries, and non-economic damages for intangible losses like pain and suffering, emotional distress, or loss of quality of life.
Because non-economic damages don’t have a set cost on an invoice, you need an experienced premises liability lawyer to help you determine the value of those losses.
Who is responsible if I slip and fall on the sidewalk outside a store due to slippery icy conditions?
A store owes customers and guests a duty of care, meaning that the store is responsible for maintaining the premises for the relative safety of anyone visiting the store. If the store failed to prepare the sidewalk with salt or place a barricade around an icy patch after becoming aware of the risk, the store breached its duty of care.
Is the business liable for my slip-and-fall injury if I fall in an icy parking lot during or after a wintry weather event? How much effort does the business need to make to prevent such injuries? Is there an amount of shoveling, plowing, or chemical salt that could clear the business of liability in NY? How much nonaction constitutes negligence?
A business could be liable for your injuries if you can prove they were negligent in tending to the area as required. If the business took no action, or its action was inadequate to address the danger, your claim may be valid. However, enough time must have passed since the event for the store to have noticed the danger and taken steps to prevent injuries.
How long does a grocery store floor need to be wet before the manager or employees should have known about the problem and prevented injury? What steps would be reasonably sufficient to prevent potential injuries? At what point is the grocery store negligent, and at what point would the grocery store be liable for a shopper’s slip-and-fall injuries?
There is no set amount of time, just a reasonable amount of time for an employee or manager to have noticed and addressed the danger. For example, in a busy convenience store, if the single clerk on duty has had a line for the past 20 minutes, they’ve likely been too busy to notice a hazard. However, if the store had been empty, the clerk should have been restocking the shelves and seen the spill.
Turn to our Long Island premises liability attorneys at The Harrison Law Group, P.C. Our premises liability law firm has years of experience representing injured clients hurt on commercial or municipal properties. Call us today or complete our contact form to schedule a free case consultation and strategy session.
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If you’re injured as a result of a negligent third party, then you may be entitled to compensation as a result of the damages you’ve experienced, whether directly through the responsible party, or their insurance company. An experienced New York personal injury lawyer will specialize in tort law and focus on winning economic and non-economic damages for their clients, whether or not the target is a multi-million dollar award.
Personal injuries are classified as injuries to the body, mind, and emotions of an individual. When you suffer an injury because of another party, you experience turmoil and your quality of life will change. Some victims experience loss of enjoyment and even depression.
It’s important to speak with mindful attorneys who have the wisdom to handle your case effectively. Personal injury suits are filed against individuals or entities that cause harm due to recklessness, negligence, misconduct, or liability.
What Sets Us Apart?
Our attorneys and staff are competent, compassionate, and committed to obtaining the best results for all of our clients. We fight to win, not to quickly settle and move on to the next case. Our firm will make sure that you are properly advised of all of your options while giving you the proper legal advice so that you are able to make the best decision for yourself and your family. We are willing to go above and beyond to meet your expectations, whether it’s meeting with you after hours, on the weekends, at your home, hospital, or office, we will make ourselves available for you 24/7.
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We understand the immediate concerns that you will have, which include paying your bills, getting to and from work and doctors’ appointments, taking care of your daily responsibilities, we want you to know that here at The Harrison Law Group we understand and we can help. We will take immediate action on your case and begin to work as soon as we are retained.
Excellent Results
Our results speak for themselves. We fight hard for all of our clients and obtain unrivaled results. Time after time, The Harrison Law Group, P.C. has taken cases that other attorneys either wanted to drop or settle for small amounts and turned them into million-dollar cases. We have been dedicated to Personal Injury and helping our clients get justice for over 30 years.
Constant Communication
Our office sets itself apart because we do not just return phone calls but we call our clients at least every 30 days for a status update on your case and if there is no update we call to see how you are doing. Happy clients are informed clients and we do our best to keep you informed every step of the way. We are available 24/7 to all of our clients via email, text, or phone to answer questions and give updates. We have a big firm reputation but a small firm dedication to each client.
Types of Personal Injury
Personal injuries can include injuries sustained as a result of dental and medical malpractice, product liability, and assault claims but they more commonly refer to these types of injuries:
Car accidents
When your vehicle collides with another vehicle, pedestrian, animal, debris, or other stationary obstruction, such as a tree, pole, or building at no fault of your own. After a car accident, working with a New York personal injury lawyer is an important first step.
Truck accidents
When your truck is involved in a motor vehicle accident because of the recklessness of others. You can be certain that there will be attorneys representing the truck driver, which is why you should partner with a New York personal injury lawyer at our law office immediately.
Motorcycle accidents
When your motorcycle is involved in a motor vehicle accident at no fault of your own, you will need help fighting to get fairly compensated for your case. As a client of our law firm, you can be confident that we are bringing the fight to the insurance company.
Premises liability
An injury from an accident caused by unsafe conditions on someone else’s property. In some cases, your accident could amount to a multi-million dollar settlement, and our law office of NY accident attorneys will be happy to guide you through this process as our client.
Dog bite
Dog owners are generally determined to be liable if their dog hurts you or anyone else. New York personal injury law in this situation will help you recover compensation for your medical expenses, your pain and suffering, & much more.
Slip and fall
A property owner could be liable for damages if you slip, trip, and fall on their property as a result of their negligence. Working with a qualified New York personal injury lawyer in this situation is important because the Nassau County property owner that you file a claim against will certainly be represented by law firms who are trying to dismiss or settle your case for as little as possible.
Construction accidents
An injury sustained as the result of working on a construction site. Workers’ compensation is available for these types of accidents.
Wrongful death
Death caused by negligence or intentional actions of another party is known as wrongful death. The NY accident attorneys at our law office are experienced in these cases and are ready to help you fight for the money you deserve.
Medical Mal Practice
When you work with a licensed medical professional, you have every right to expect that they will take prudent and cautious steps to help you work towards a successful recovery. Unfortunately, this is not always the case, and the New York personal injury attorneys at our law firm are ready to help you fight for fair compensation.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Injury Law
What types of compensation can be received in a personal injury case?
There are several types of compensable damages that can be received including money for lost wages and career change, property damage compensation, health aids, and home rehabilitation to accommodate for the injuries sustained.
What is the difference between a “personal injury claim” and “personal injury lawsuit”?
A personal injury claim is when you or the law firm you have retained and the at fault party’s insurance company try to come up with a settlement to resolve your claim. Most cases generally do settle out of court. If a settlement can not be reached, a law firm will go ahead and commence a personal injury lawsuit, which simply means taking the at fault party to court.
How much is my case worth?
The value of your case depends on multiple factors such as liability, injuries, insurance coverage, venue, medical bills and etc. Here at The Harrison Law Group, P.C., we will evaluate your case and give you the most comprehensive answer as far as what you can expect regarding compensation.
What should you do after a personal injury accident?
Seek medical attention. Take photos of your injuries, defects and property damage. Keep track of everyone you speak with, take the names, phone numbers and addresses of all witnesses, as this will be useful information for when you hire an attorney. Finally, call The Harrison Law Group, P.C. to see how we can help.
What if I am part responsible for the accident?
Even if you are partially responsible for the accident you may still be entitled to compensation and you should not wait and speak to an attorney right away.
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