Negligence

Landlords can be Liable for Injuries Caused by Defects on Their Property

Residential tenants are sometimes injured by defects in the apartment or house that they rent from a landlord. Sometimes these injuries are significant, resulting in medical bills, lost time from work, plus physical and emotional pain and suffering. In New York, an injured tenant should consider a personal injury claim against a responsible landlord (and their insurance company) for compensation…

Peter J. Gregory

Black Ice, Slip and Fall Injuries, and Your Right to Compensation

You may have heard the phrase “pure as New York snow,” which conjures up visions of fresh, powdery mounds. Unlike these bright white hills, black ice is clear as a mountain stream. It looks black…

Who is Liable for a Slip and Fall Accident in an Icy Parking Lot?

Winters in the Greater Rochester area can present dangerous conditions. If you are seriously injured in a slip and fall accident caused by ice or snow in a parking lot that has not been properly…

Can Negligent Driver Sue Vehicle Owner for Driver's Own Negligence?

Following a car accident, the person injured can sue the driver of the car that caused the accident. Car accident attorneys also name the owner of the car as an additional defendant. This…

Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Overturn Defense Verdict

Drivers have a duty to exercise “reasonable care” under the circumstances. This includes a duty to see what could be seen through the proper use of their senses. Earlier this year, the…

Injured Children: Special Challenges in Obtaining Justice

Injuries to children caused by the negligence of others pose unique problems and require a personal injury lawyer who understands the complex issues involved in representing these special…