Weather conditions can significantly affect premises liability cases, particularly in slip-and-fall injuries. In New Jersey, property owners must maintain safe premises. But what happens when weather conditions create dangerous situations? It is important to...
Premises Liability
Injured in parking lot? Negligent security may lead to a claim
Unfortunate incidents can happen in a parking lot, especially if there’s a lack of security. According to Statista, around 16,900 robberies in the U.S. occurred in parking garages and lots. What’s more unfortunate is that these incidents can be avoided if property...
Establishing negligence in a public pool accident: 3 key elements
A day at the public pool should be about fun, relaxation and beating the summer heat. However, when an accident occurs, it can quickly turn into a nightmare. If you or a loved one experiences a serious injury at a public pool, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure...
Premises liability: What acts does poor security cover?
"Poor security" within the context of premises liability refers to inadequate measures taken by the property owner to ensure the safety of visitors from foreseeable crimes or harmful acts. But what acts fall under poor security? Forms of poor security Here are some...
Slip-and-fall accident risks rise as winter weather sets in
Property and business owners are potentially liable for slip-and-fall accidents. Their responsibility lies in maintaining safe premises, promptly addressing hazardous conditions like snow and ice and taking preventive measures. Neglecting these responsibilities may...
Premises liability and responsible parties
Being injured on a New Jersey property can be serious. If you suffered a slip and fall, it can be devastating enough that you might even need to miss time from work. In this situation, you have cause to file a premises liability lawsuit. It’s important to know who is...
Poor slip resistance on floors can lead to injuries
Researchers at CNA Financial Corporation have studied the slip and fall liability claims the insurer faced between 2010 and 2016, and they came to several conclusions that may intrigue business owners in New Jersey. Most importantly, in 50 percent of the surveyed...
Ankle injuries sometimes require long recovery times
An uneven sidewalk, broken step or slippery surface could cause a New Jersey resident to trip and fall. Tripping accidents often involve injuries to the ankle. Three bones, the tibia, fibula and talus, meet at this joint that is supported by ligaments, tendons and...
Dogs attack children on way to school bus stop, lessons for those in NJ
A tragic case out of Georgia is bringing attention to the catastrophic results that can occur when a dog attacks. The case involves the owner of two dogs, one pit-bull mix the other a border collie, that attacked a group of children headed to the bus stop. The...
Homeowners insurance and premises liability in New Jersey
Each year, 10 million people visit the emergency room because of injuries suffered on their or someone else's residential property. This results in about 6 million insurance claims seeking compensation for lost wages, medical bills and other damages. The most common...