Category Archives: Premises Liability
Be Prepared for Ice and Snow This Winter
Summer has come to an end and before you know it, winter will be here. This means there will be rain, snow, and ice. Snow and ice are especially dangerous elements, often leading to slips and falls. Slips and falls are no joke. Many people think they are funny, but when they cause broken… Read More »
Preventing Slips and Falls in Restaurants
When you think of summertime, you may imagine pool parties, barbecues, camping trips, and days hanging out at the beach. You may not think about slipping and falling, but it can happen. The obvious place for this to happen in the summer is around pools or other water, but slips and falls can also… Read More »
Premises Liability: Assaults on Women
Any time you leave your home, you open yourself up to the possibility of being a victim of a crime. You could get involved in a hit and run crash. You could get shot at while walking down the street. You could get assaulted while walking in a parking lot. You never know when… Read More »
What To Know About Inadequate Security
When you go to the store or walk in the bar to grab a drink, do you think about your safety? Probably not, but maybe you should. Property owners are responsible for keeping their premises safe. This means having adequate security. So what does it mean when a property has inadequate security? It’s not… Read More »
19 Injured In NJ Roller Coaster Ride
When it comes to amusement parks, safety should be the top priority. This is especially true for roller coasters and other rides, which often feature dangerous elements such as heights and gravity. A recent incident at Six Flags amusement park, located in Jackson Township, injured 19 passengers. The people were injured while riding the… Read More »
New Jersey Woman Injured After Getting Sucked Into Manhole
When we walk down a street, we don’t expect to encounter any issues that could affect our safety. While it’s possible that a person could slip and fall, nobody thinks that they will suddenly get sucked down a manhole. This weird situation recently happened in East Orange, New Jersey. A woman was walking home… Read More »
What Is Inadequate Security?
Business owners have a lot to worry about. Not only are there financial concerns to consider, but they also have to worry about the safety of their customers. Customers could slip and fall, get injured by falling items, or suffer injuries from an elevator or escalator. Another type of premises liability issue that business… Read More »
Sam’s Club Grapes Not Liable For Woman’s Slip And Fall
Slips and falls can happen in a variety of places, including restaurants, grocery stores, parking lots, sidewalks, stairs, and even a person’s own home. When they happen, the victim often wants to blame someone else so they can obtain compensation for their injuries. But as one recent case in New Jersey shows, the business… Read More »
Snow And Ice Removal Laws For Landlords
We’re in winter now, which can pose premises liability issues for property owners, particularly landlords. As temperatures drop, what are the rules for removing snow and ice? The good news is that New Jersey is clear on the laws in this regard. First, there is the ongoing storm rule, which states that a landowner… Read More »
Father Sues Son For Slip And Fall, Gets $1.5 Million Settlement
If you suffered injuries after slipping and falling at your adult child’s house, would you sue them? A New Jersey father did, and it worked out well for him, as he received a settlement of $1.5 million. However, the most amazing part of this story is that the father’s accident was captured on video… Read More »
