The Law Office of Richard M. Kenny has many years of experience handling cases for individuals who have suffered personal injury, as a result of slip and falls on snow or ice. The law regarding prevention of snow and ice accidents in New York City, stipulates that the property owner or manager must remove the snow and ice within four hours of cessation of snow fall. Property owners are responsible for removing both natural and unnatural accumulations of ice and snow, and keeping their property reasonably safe during the snow fall.
You have a right to expect you can travel with reasonable safety outside in the winter, whether on a sidewalk in New York City or in the shopping center parking lot. If you have been injured as a result of falling on snow or ice, you may be entitled to recover for your personal injuries.
What To Do If You Are Injured By a Fall in Snow and Ice in New York City
The first thing you should do is seek medical treatment. Injuries on snow and ice include fractures, spinal cord, and traumatic head injuries. Often times, the seriousness of these injuries are not immediately apparent. As a result, it is important to see a doctor or visit an emergency room, as soon as possible.
You or your loved one should also take photographs of the place where you fell, as soon as possible. A photograph on a cell phone camera can usually be very helpful. Photographic evidence is often the key to getting you compensation for your injuries.
Finally, you should promptly contact a personal injury lawyer experienced in snow and ice accident cases. Under New York City law, the city must be notified of the accident within 90 days. If timely notice is not sent, your right to bring a claim may be void.
Contact the Law Office of Richard M. Kenny
We have the expertise to thoroughly investigate these accidents and ensure that your rights are properly protected.
For a free initial consultation to discuss your snow and ice accident case, contact our office in New York City at 212-421-0300 or toll free at 888-720-4529.
The New York City (NYC) Personal Injury Attorneys at The Law Office of Richard M. Kenny represents clients in Manhattan and New York County, The Bronx, Brooklyn and Kings County, Queens, Staten Island, Nassau County and Long Island, Suffolk County, Westchester County, Rockland County, Harlem, and the State of New York.
