If you were injured on someone else’s property, you shouldn’t be responsible for all of the costs associated with your injuries. Property owners, managers, and even the government are responsible for maintaining safe premises. We can help hold them accountable.
Call a Queens premises liability lawyer at Hecht, Kleeger & Damashek, P.C. at (212) 490-5700 or reach out via our online contact form. We offer free consultations, and you owe us nothing unless you win your case.
Why You Need a Queens Premises Liability Attorney
You may be unsure of what to do after getting hurt on public or private property. That’s why you should contact a premises liability attorney right away. The legal process can be complicated, and you need someone familiar with New York City Building Codes, New York City Administrative Codes, and other relevant laws.
Hecht, Kleeger & Damashek, P.C. will investigate what happened during your accident. We will determine if the property owner or manager was negligent and breaking any laws. This can help your case.
We will use evidence of a dangerous situation or hazard and your injuries to make a demand for compensation. Often, this requires us to negotiate with insurance companies that will try to delay or deny your claim. We won’t let them take advantage of you.
With years of experience, we’ve won millions of dollars for victims of slip and fall accidents, dog bites and other animal bites, stairway accidents, swimming pool accidents, and other premises liability claims. Feel free to ask us how we’ve handled cases similar to yours or review our case results to see what we’ve achieved.
Hecht, Kleeger & Damashek Knows New York Premises Liability Law
New York premises liability laws and New York City codes can be complex. In general, property owners in Queens are responsible for maintaining a safe environment on their land. They should prevent visitors from being harmed. This is their “duty of care.”
To win compensation in a premises liability case, you must show that someone owed you a duty of care and did not uphold that duty. You must also show that you were hurt and had financial damages as a result.
When we begin investigating your case, we will first determine who is at fault. Who controlled the environment in which you were injured? That might be a property owner, property manager, construction company, contractor, commercial tenant, government entity, or other individual or company. That will allow us to file a claim against the right party, which is called the defendant.
If you were hurt on public property, you might have to file an administrative claim instead of a premises liability lawsuit. New York City’s Administrative Code requires you to file a notice of a claim with the appropriate agency that you believe is responsible. You only have 90 days after you were injured to do this.
Elements of a Premises Liability Claim
We will review relevant laws and determine if your case meets the requirements. We will work to prove:
- You were on the property legally
- The property owner owed you a duty of care
- There was a hazardous condition on the property
- The owner knew or reasonably should’ve known about the hazard
- The owner failed to protect you from or warn you about the hazard
- You suffered an injury
What if I Was Trespassing?
Property owners do not always have the same duty to trespassers as they do people who were invited to their land. If you were violating a law by being on the property, it might be more difficult to obtain compensation.
Children who trespass are sometimes given leniency.
Common Premises Liability Cases in Queens
We have handled all types of premises liability cases in public and private locations. Some of the most common ones we see include:
- Slip and fall accidents
- Stairway accidents
- Escalator accidents
- Elevator accidents
- Negligent security
- Amusement park accidents
- Hotel/motel accidents
- Airport accidents
- Ceiling collapse
- Construction site accidents
- Burning and scalding injuries
- Public property accidents/municipal liability
- Lead poisoning
- Dog bites/other animal bites
Common Injuries Caused by Property Accidents
Premises liability claims often involve traumatic injuries that can impact your entire life. HKD is here to help you recover from:
- Broken bones
- Neck, shoulder, and back injuries
- Dental injuries
- Lacerations, scarring, and disfigurement
- Herniated or ruptured discs
- Soft tissue injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Complete or partial paralysis
- Nerve damage
- Amputation
- Crush injuries
- Internal organ damage
- Psychological trauma
Premises Liability in Queens
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Compensation in Your Premises Liability Lawsuit
If you were injured, you would likely have many expenses. It can be hard to deal with the bills that add up. However, if someone else is responsible, they should pay.
You have a right to compensation for:
- Medical bills
- Lost income and benefits
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Disfigurement
- Disability
- Reduced earning capacity
- Lower quality of life
Property Owner Defense That We Will Prepare For
The property owner or other at-fault party in your case will likely fight back. They will try to divert blame away from themselves or minimize their responsibility.
Some common defenses property owners use include:
- You were a trespasser
- They didn’t know about the hazard
- You knew the risks of coming onto the property
- The hazard was obvious, and you could’ve avoided it
It’s important to work with a premises liability attorney in Queens to develop a strategic offense to these personal injury claims.
Call a Queens Premises Liability Lawyer Today
Hecht, Kleeger & Damashek has worked with countless victims who have been injured due to someone else’s actions. We can be there for you too.
Call us today at (212) 490-5700 to set up a free consultation. You pay us nothing until we recover money for you.
CLIENT REVIEWS
05/01/2015
“I cannot recommend Jon Damashek highly enough. I attribute the favorable outcome of my case to his consummate and tireless dedication and tenacity. Just as important, he was truly there with me every step of the way. He was very…
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Mike, HKD CLIENT
05/01/2015
“I had the opportunity to work with Jon Damashek and had an amazing experience. I have known Jon for many years and always felt very comfortable relying on his expertise, knowledge of the law, and more importantly – his ability…
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Steven, HKD CLIENT
06/05/2019
I had the opportunity of having this amazing team of lawyers work on my case. When I first met with Jordan Hecht and Michael Kusz, I really liked their energy and the spunk that they had, it meant business and…
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Anonymous, HKD CLIENT
07/05/2015
I cannot recommend Jon Damashek highly enough. I attribute the favorable outcome to my case to his consummate and tireless dedication and tenacity. Just as important, he was truly there with me every step of the way. He was very…
5
Mike W., HKD CLIENT
07/05/2015
I had the opportunity to work with Jon Damashek and had an amazing experience. I have known Jon for many years and always felt very comfortable relying on his expertise and knowledge of the law and more importantly his ability…
5
Steven B., HKD CLIENT
07/05/2015
I have worked with countless attorneys over the years and Jon Damashek stands out among them. I have seen first hand him advocate for his clients vigorously. He fights for the rights of the seriously injured, does not back down…
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07/05/2015
I know all three named partners at this firm and highly recommend them. They are very professional and tireless advocates for their clients. If you need a personal injury attorney, you cannot do better than Hecht, Kleeger & Damashek.
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Eric G., HKD CLIENT
07/05/2015
After meeting with Jon Damashek I knew immediately he was the right attorney for me. I had met with other attorneys in the past, but Jon’s experience, knowledge, and track record were most impressive. I highly recommend Jon Damashek and…
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Ryan G., HKD CLIENT
07/05/2015
After meeting a half dozen lawyers at different firms, I decided to go to Hecht, Kleeger and Damashek. As soon as I met Jon Damashek, I knew I had to look no further. Mr. Damashek made me feel at ease…
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Michael R., HKD CLIENT
07/05/2015
I retained Hecht, Kleeger & Damashek for a serious personal injury case. They were very professional and managed to obtain a settlement for me that far exceeded my expectations. I would strongly recommend this firm for anyone’s legal needs.
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