Summer Slip & Fall Hazards in New York

Although many slip and fall accidents happen in the icy winter weather, slipping hazards exist in the summertime as well. Better weather means that more people are outside walking around. They may be visiting friends or businesses including home improvement stores, amusement parks, and restaurants. With an increase in activity comes an increase in the possibility that someone could slip and get hurt.

All property owners have a legal obligation to maintain their properties. If someone is injured on property that is owned by someone else, it is possible to file a claim to recover medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. To prevail in a New York slip and fall case, you should retain the legal services of a slip and fall accident lawyer who can prove that the property owner was negligent in maintaining the property which caused your injuries.

The slip & fall lawyers of David Resnick & Associates, PC have worked with many victims of accident injuries in New York City, including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, the Bronx and Long Island. If you are seriously injured in a slip and fall accident, we can help you obtain the compensation to which you are entitled. We are an experienced premises liability law firm and we understand New York’s laws surrounding personal injury claims.

Please call us today at 212-279-2000 or contact us through our online form to speak with an experienced premises liability attorney who can help you understand your legal rights and options.

Some hazards can occur at any of time of year including poor lighting, uneven ground, cracked pavement, frayed carpeting, aisles crowded with merchandise, missing handrails, and dangerous stairwells. Summer lends itself to unique hazards, including newly-dug holes, unwound hoses, garden tools, stones, and decorative lawn items.

Good weather also means a rise in building improvements. Repair work can mean that debris, tools, and other tripping hazards end up where people walk. Fresh paint on sidewalks, walkways, and stairs can be a problem because it is incredibly slippery. Hot days can even cause some certain floor finishes to "melt" causing them to lose traction and creating a slip hazard. Water on surfaces is always a danger, especially when it accumulates on pool sidewalks, leaves, and grass cuttings.

It is important to consult a property negligence attorney if you have slipped and fallen on another person’s property. If you or a loved one has been injured on the property of another person or business, protect yourself by calling the slip & fall attorneys of David Resnick & Associates, PC for a consultation. There is no obligation, so call us today at 212-279-2000 or contact us through our online form. We have the knowledge and proven experience to represent injured victims of all types of slip and fall accidents. Contact us so we can help you recover the damages you’re entitled to.