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A scaffolding fall can cause serious injuries and disrupt your life in many ways. Understanding your rights helps you make informed decisions after such an accident. Knowing what steps to take and what to expect empowers you to handle the situation confidently. Here’s...
Slip and fall or trip and fall injuries that occur while entering or exiting a store are legally actionable in New York. Businesses have a non-delegable duty to maintain safe entrances and exits—even if someone else owns the property. Learn your rights from MJP Injury Law.
Semi-truck blind spot crashes happen fast and often leave you seriously hurt. These accidents often cause long recoveries and major life disruptions. When a truck driver ignores their blind spots, your safety is at serious risk. Where blind spots create danger Large...
In New York, a landlord or business can still be liable for a slip and fall injury even if they routinely mop or clean the area—if they knew the hazard kept recurring and never fixed the root cause. Learn how the recurring condition theory can help prove your case.
In New York slip and fall cases, defendants often claim they recently cleaned or inspected the area to avoid liability. But courts routinely reject these defenses when they’re based on general policies rather than specific evidence. Learn how MJP Injury Law defeats these dismissal tactics.
Expert testimony can make or break a New York slip and fall or trip and fall case—but only if it’s done right. Courts require expert opinions to be based on facts, personal observation, or site-specific testing. Learn how the right expert can help you prove your case and when their testimony is admissible under New York law.
Can You Sue for Falling on Worn-Out Stairs in an Apartment Building?
Yes—under New York law, you can recover damages for injuries caused by worn or slippery stairs, but only if you present the right kind of evidence. Courts require expert analysis showing the stairs were unreasonably dangerous—not just testimony that they looked worn. In fact, without expert support, courts routinely dismiss these cases (Sims v. 3349 Hull Ave. Realty Co. LLC, 106 A.D.3d 466). Learn how recent cases, including a 2025 appellate decision, show that expert findings can make all the difference in proving your claim.
Construction accidents frequently cause injuries on job sites. While workers’ compensation usually covers injuries that happen at work, sometimes third parties can be responsible for the accident. Knowing when third parties are liable for construction injuries can...
Rideshare companies increase prices during peak hours, referred to as surge times. While this primarily affects fare costs, it also influences how accident claims are handled. If you're involved in a collision during one of these high-demand periods, there are several...
Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) from slip and fall accidents can affect a person's quality of life. In addition, the road to recovery of injured individuals can be long and arduous. What consequences can affect those who have suffered an SCI, and how can they seek...