New York Premises Liability Attorneys

Slip and fall accidents may sound minor, but they should be taken seriously. At Pazer, Epstein & Jaffe, P.C. in New York City, we hold property owners accountable when they fail in their obligation to maintain conditions free of hazards.

Premises liability and slip and fall accidents happen when you least expect it. Walking in a building or on someone’s property should not result in you suffering an injury. However, for many of our clients, that is just what happens. Ice, water, and other liquids left unattended can create dangerous conditions that result in a serious and debilitating injury.

Severe premises liability accidents can also occur from faulty or deteriorating construction. Stairs can be dangerous even without additional hazards. However, when they are poorly manufactured or falling apart after years of neglect, serious and fatal accidents can happen in an instant. Ceilings that are not cared for can easily cave in on top of an individual. Cracked or uneven sidewalks can cause a slip and fall accident that results in fractures and joint injuries and head injuries.

Owning commercial or residential real estate can be a dream come true for many people. But with that achieved goal comes a level of responsibility to keep people out of harm’s way. Whether you are visiting a friend’s house or shopping at the local store, the last thing you expect is to become injured in a slip and fall accident.

At Pazer, Epstein & Jaffe, P.C., we represent clients who have been injured in slip and fall and trip and fall accidents. If a premises owner is negligent, we will hold them accountable for that negligence. After suffering a fall, the last thing you may be thinking about is witnesses, but it is important to document the event as best as you can and as quickly as you can. Those who saw the accident caused by a hazard can be invaluable in establishing your case and the property owner’s liability.

Try to get as much information as you can. This includes identifying what caused the slip and fall accident. People will likely come to your aid, which means they could have witnessed the event. Your health and well being must come first. But the more information you can gather, the better it will be for our investigation into the cause of the accident and your resulting injuries.

While you recover from your injuries, we will handle all the legal aspects of your case. We will investigate the accident site and speak to any witnesses. Our attorneys will investigate how the hazard occurred and if the owner knew or should have known about it. We will review medical reports to identify the extent of your slip and fall injury and how it affects your personal and professional life.

For more information or to schedule a free consultation with an experienced lawyer regarding premises liability, please contact us.