Premises Liability

Tips to Prevent Swimming Pool Accidents this Summer

Summer in the Rochester, NY area is a great season to enjoy the pool, but it also means an increased risk of accidents in the pool. According to the CDC, every day, about ten people die from unintentional drowning. Of these, two are children aged 14 or younger. Tragically, even minor swimming pool accidents can result in serious injuries. Here are some ways you can protect yourself and others by…

Peter J. Gregory

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…

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…

Fore! Why Do Golfers Keep Suing?

During our pandemic summer, golf has been one of the ways to enjoy an outdoor activity, typically without a mask, and safely. But sure enough, another golfer decided to get even with a golf course…

Is a Pre-Injury Waiver and Release Enforceable?

By Peter J. Weishaar Your child was invited to another birthday party. This time, the party is at the trampoline place. Maybe next time the party will be at a stable and involve horseback riding. Or…

Assumption of the Risk

Now that the summer season has arrived, residents in New York are eager to enjoy the warm temperatures and long days by participating in sporting and other recreational activities. This might…