Can I sue my landlord if I slipped and fell at my apartment complex?

In Erie County and across New York State, you can sue your landlord if they fail to properly remove snow and ice. From the start, the responsibility for clearing these hazards falls on the property owner, usually the landlord.

Landlords often try to shift blame or intimidate tenants into thinking they can’t sue or will be evicted if they do. That’s against the law, and we make sure it doesn’t happen. Once you hire us, we handle all communication so you don’t have to deal with any uncomfortable conversations.

Sometimes, other parties like snow removal companies or property managers can also be liable. We often see poor snow removal work that makes conditions even more dangerous by creating big pileups or causing ice to refreeze on walkways and driveways.

At Richmond Vona, we thoroughly investigate who’s responsible to protect your rights. Ultimately, the property owner or landlord always bears primary responsibility.