At Hill & Moin, we know that after an accident or injury, you may feel overwhelmed. The medical bills may start to pile up when you cannot work during your recovery. If your injuries were caused by a slip-and-fall accident on a defective or uneven sidewalk, you are entitled to seek financial compensation for your sidewalk accident injuries. However, some insurers may fight to keep you from receiving fair and adequate compensation.
Sidewalk accident cases can be complicated. It is vital that you focus on your recovery, so don’t worry about the details of personal injury litigation. Let us handle your claim for you. With more than 40 years of experience in New York, our law firm is here for you. Working with us is like having a lawyer in your family.
Common Causes of Sidewalk Accidents
Defective or dangerous sidewalks may have a number of root causes. Construction of buildings, roads, as well as sidewalk maintenance may cause sidewalks to break or crack.
These problems are often exacerbated in winter as snow and ice add to the risk. When sidewalk defects are not addressed in a timely manner, small defects can become significant and dangerous hazards for unwary pedestrians.
Usually, injuries incurred when walking on sidewalks are categorized as trip-and-fall or slip-and-fall accidents. Sidewalk accidents may occur when a sidewalk is cracked and lacks the proper warning signage. Serious injuries from a New York City unsafe sidewalk accident may be grounds for a lawsuit against the property owner.
What the Law Says About Sidewalks
By law, sidewalks must be kept in good condition. The New York City Administrative Code Section 7-210 states, “It shall be the duty of the owner of real property abutting any sidewalk…to maintain such sidewalk in a reasonably safe condition.” Therefore, the owner of the property adjoining the sidewalk is responsible for making sure that the sidewalk is always in reasonably safe condition regardless of whether anyone specifically notifies the owner of the hazard. Property owners are responsible to keep their sidewalks safe for pedestrians.
However, some sidewalks are solely the responsibility of the City of New York. Can you sue the city for falling on a sidewalk? The sidewalks that fall under the purview of the city are those that are next to a one-, two-, or three-family residential home used only for residential purposes and occupied by the owner of the property or those adjacent to a building owned or operated by the City of New York.
If you experienced a public slip in front of a residential property, you may need to prove that New York City was negligent in maintaining the sidewalk. This may be accomplished by proving that they had previously received written notice of the defective or uneven sidewalk in the same spot or that they affirmatively caused or created the defect through their negligent actions. Regardless of who is liable, property owners need to keep sidewalks safe and in good repair.
If you or a loved one tripped on sidewalk cracks or potholes, having a New York sidewalk accident attorney on your side can help you get the compensation you deserve for your case. The experienced lawyers at Hill & Moin, LLP understand the law and know how to get results for our clients. If you have been injured as a result of a preventable premises liability accident, we want to hear from you.
What To Do If You Are Injured In a Sidewalk Accident
If you trip and fall on an uneven sidewalk, you should receive medical treatment right away. It is also imperative to call the law firm of Hill & Moin, LLP as soon as possible. A skilled New York City sidewalk accident attorney can ensure that your compensation is maximized so you can focus on your recovery.
We know that every case is unique. At Hill & Moin, LLP we treat each New York case individually and professionally to determine the best course of action. Call an accident lawyer today at (212) 668-6000 to schedule your free consultation.
How to Choose the Right Lawyer
You deserve to get your life back, so be sure to seek a New York sidewalk accident attorney who will fight for you. You have the right to receive fair compensation for the injuries sustained from the action or inaction of negligent property owners.
At Hill & Moin, we have achieved outstanding results for our slip and fall clients. In fact, for the seventh year in a row, we have been recognized by our peers as SUPER LAWYERS ®, a designation awarded only to the top 5 percent of New York personal injury attorneys.
Examples of Past Sidewalk Accident Verdicts
Whether you were just injured in a fall accident or you have been negotiating with the property owner’s insurance company for months, we can help fight for the results you deserve when we take on your case. We have helped injured clients with similar cases recover the following amounts of financial compensation, and we can help you too.
Please examine some sidewalk injury statistics from our previous cases:
- $2 million settlement for a pedestrian that slipped and fell on an icy sidewalk.
- $1.2 million settlement for a tourist who fell on a broken sidewalk and suffered a serious eye injury
- $875,000 settlement for a trip-and-fall on a defective sidewalk
- $500,000 settlement against a utility company for a sidewalk trip-and-fall
- $370,000 settlement for a fall on a defective sidewalk during a snowfall
We have helped many injured New Yorkers like you get the restitution they deserve, so there is no need for you to go through the grueling personal injury lawsuit process alone. Hill & Moin is here to help.
Having earned a solid reputation in this results-oriented profession, the attorneys at Hill & Moin litigate with energy and passion. For over 40 years, we have helped clients recover from serious slip-and-fall accidents, and we want to help you determine the best course of action for your case.
Call the New York personal injury attorneys at Hill & Moin at (212) 668-6000 for your free consultation today. Don’t wonder about your rights! Call today to learn your Personal Injury Recovery SolutionsⓇ.
