When someone is hurt on someone else’s property due to unsafe property conditions, they will often look to file what is known as a premises liability claim. Read our premises liability FAQ and reach out to our experienced Manhattan personal injury lawyer today to learn more.
Premises Liability FAQ for NYC
Q: How Do I Know if I Have a Valid Premises Liability Claim in Manhattan?
A: To win a premises liability claim, you are required to prove several things. First, you will have to prove that the property owed you a duty of care. You must then prove that the property owner either knew or should have known that the unsafe property conditions and failed to fix them. Finally, you will have to prove that you were injured and sustained damages as a direct result of the unsafe property condition.
Q: Can Posting on Social Media Hurt My Premises Liability Claim?
A: Absolutely. After sustaining an injury in an accident, it is always best to stay away from social media as much as you can. Once you file a personal injury claim, you can bet that insurance companies will be monitoring your social media accounts to see if you post anything that may contradict your personal injury claim. Insurance companies are known to even take certain posts out of context if they believe they have a shot of “disproving” your injury claim.
Q: Can inadequate security prove premises liability?
A: In some cases, it is a property owner’s duty to ensure adequate security is present. This can either come in the form of actual security guards (such as at music venues), security cameras, fences, or any other type of security. If someone is injured because of inadequate security, they will most likely have a valid premises liability claim.
Q: What is the Statute of Limitations for a Personal Injury Claim in New York?
A: The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in New York is, typically, three years. This gives wrongfully injured persons three years from the date of their accident to sue. In some cases, they only have a matter of months to file a Notice of Claim. The best thing you can do is speak with a competent attorney as soon after your accident as you can.
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