Premises Liability And Common Examples in Western NY

A premises liability lawsuit arises when an individual is injured on property owned by someone else. This type of legal case can involve various settings, including residential properties, sidewalks, commercial establishments such as grocery stores and restaurants, and other public or private places. In New York State, property owners have a legal duty of care toward people who are expected or foreseeable to be on their property. This duty includes the obligation to warn visitors about any dangerous conditions or hazards present. If the property owner knew or should have known about a hazardous condition but failed to warn visitors or fix the problem, and someone sustains an injury as a result, the property owner may be held liable. The primary goal of premises liability cases is to hold property owners accountable for injuries that could have been prevented through proper warnings or corrections of known dangers.