Queens Sidewalk Accident Lawyers

Sidewalk Accidents In Queens, NY

Public walkways are typically maintained by city, town, or state organizations and paid for with taxes. However, sidewalk damage and lack of repairs can occur due to insufficient management, employee neglect, lack of funds, or administrative errors. Factors such as age, speed, and objects on the ground may affect the severity of injuries if you slip and fall on an uneven sidewalk.

If you have suffered an injury from tripping and falling on an uneven sidewalk, our team of Queens sidewalk accident lawyers at Rosenberg & Rodriguez can assist you. We can provide you with information regarding your rights and responsibilities in relation to the incident. If you would like to learn more about how we can help you file a personal injury claim, please contact our office today for a free consultation.

Common Sidewalk Injuries And Damages In New York

Uneven sidewalks may result in injuries from tripping, slipping or stumbling.

• Broken or fractured bones
• Brain or spinal cord injuries
• Bruising or sprains

As people age, falls can lead to severe and lasting injuries that include broken bones or traumatic brain injury. Falling in dangerous areas could result in wrongful death. If you have been injured due to slipping and falling on a sidewalk, you may qualify for compensation to cover associated losses. The compensation eligibility would depend on the extent of injuries and damages.

• Medical bills, including care costs, medication costs, testing fees, and doctor fees
• Lost income
• Incidental costs such as care or service costs
• Pain and suffering

Common Causes Of Sidewalk Accidents In Queens., NY

A combination of poor maintenance and bad weather make slip or trip and fall injuries common occurrences in New York. Some of the most frequent causes of these injuries are:

• Cracks and holes from seasonal freeze and thaw cycles
• Ice and snow
• Debris such as yard waste
• Uneven pavement caused by settling under the concrete, uplifting by tree roots, or other causes

After a slip and fall accident, it is the plaintiff’s responsibility to determine what caused the fall. To support an injury claim, it is helpful to take action quickly and preserve any evidence of the incident. To ensure clear documentation of a sidewalk accident, it’s important to take photos of the area and the object/hazard that caused the fall. Notes should also be taken about the surroundings and any landmarks. Contact information from any witnesses should be obtained. If possible, a report should be filed with the landlord or police. If you’ve been injured, please contact our Queens sidewalk accident lawyers immediately.

Liability For Uneven Sidewalk Injuries

If you fell on a damaged sidewalk, the party responsible for the accident depends on the location where it happened. If it occurred on a sidewalk maintained by a local municipality or city district, they may be liable. On the other hand, if it happened on private property like a mall, stadium, or business, the owner or operator of the property may be responsible for any injuries or damages.

Home are responsible for slip and fall accidents on the sidewalks outside their property. To avoid such accidents, they must clear the area of any hazards and obstacles. Moreover, an uneven sidewalk can pose a higher risk of injury and increase the severity of accidents occurring on it.

If you were injured due to an uneven sidewalk, our skilled Queens sidewalk accident attorneys can assist you in identifying who may be liable for your fall. We have experience with such cases and can help you gather evidence and understand the relevant laws in order to demonstrate the property owner’s negligence. To discuss your case with one of our experts and determine if the premises owner is at fault for your injuries, contact Rosenberg & Rodriguez for a free consultation.

City And Municipality Liability For Sidewalk Accidents

If you are injured because of an uneven sidewalk, the city or municipality might be accountable. To prove this, you must display that the town or city was conscious or should have been conscious of the risky situation but failed to take necessary measures. You can use maintenance logs and pictures of the accident site to back up your claim of a fall caused by an uneven sidewalk.

Keep in mind that personal injury lawsuits against a municipality in New York might have diverse regulations. Although usually, the statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits in New York is three years. According to NY Civil Practice Law & Rules (CVP) §214, lawsuits against the government may require you to file a notice of claim against the responsible party in as little as 90 days, per NY General Municipal (GMU) §50-E. There could be other circumstances that alter the deadlines in your case as well.