Property owners in New York state have the responsibility of making sure that their property is safe for anyone that may enter the property. One of the more difficult parts of a premises liability case is proving that the property owner was negligent in caring for their property. First, you have to determine the duty of care. This means that you must prove that you were lawfully on the property as either an invitee, licensee, or a "child trespasser." The[...]

When a company puts a product on shelves for consumers to purchase, the general assumption is that the product will only be sold if it is safe. However, when there is a flaw in the design or manufacturing process of the product, consumers can get hurt. When a company fails to make sure everything is as it should be, they may find themselves facing a product liability lawsuit. Product liability claims happen more frequently than many people realize. Some[...]