There are few things more frightening than falling down a flight of stairs. Unfortunately, this is something that happens fairly commonly, and though it is easy to say that the person should have been looking where they were going, this does not always apply. Property owners must ensure their property is safe at all times, and when they fail to do so, people can sustain serious injuries in a stairwell accident as a result. Read on and speak with our experienced New York City personal injury attorney to learn more about stairwell accidents and how we can help if you have been injured in one.
How do stairwell accidents happen?
Stairwell accidents happen for a wide variety of reasons, though they are often the result of property owner negligence. For instance, property owners should be on the lookout for missing steps, damaged steps, broken or loose railings, poor stairwell lighting, unevenly spaced steps, and more.
What should I do if I am injured on a faulty stairwell?
After sustaining serious injuries in a stairwell accident, you should take several steps to document the incident, as long as you are physically capable of doing so. They are as follows:
- Call the police. They will send an ambulance to the scene as well.
- Ask anyone who witnessed your accident for their name, phone number, and email address.
- Take pictures of the faulty stairwell condition that caused your accident.
- Receive immediate medical treatment.
- Hire an experienced New York City personal injury attorney who can potentially subpoena security camera footage of the accident as it happened, as this is generally the best way to prove a personal injury claim.
What is the statute of limitations for personal injury claims in New York City?
The statute of limitations for premises liability claims in New York City is, generally, three years, which means that, under most circumstances, you will have three years from the date of your stairwell accident to sue the liable party for the compensation you need. Do not make the mistake of waiting past the three-year mark, for if you do, there is a very good chance that you will be permanently barred from suing. We are ready to begin the claims process on your behalf today–all you have to do is ask.
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