When you suffer an injury on someone else's property, the property owner may be held responsible for your damages. At Sgarlato & Sgarlato, our Staten Island premises liability lawyers can help you hold them accountable for your injuries and fight for the compensation you deserve. We understand the financial and emotional toll that an injury can take on you and your family, and we'll work tirelessly to get you the money you need for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages.
With decades of experience, our premises liability lawyers have been representing injured clients throughout Staten Island for over 30 years. We are committed to protecting our clients' rights and fighting for their best interests. Our aggressive approach to litigation has resulted in more than $1 billion in settlements and verdicts for our clients.
Contact our Staten Island premises liability lawyers today to schedule a free consultation. We represent clients throughout the city, including in Brooklyn, the Bronx, Long Island, Manhattan, Staten Island, and Queens. Let us help you get the compensation you deserve.
How Will a Staten Island Premises Liability Attorney Help Me After I Get Hurt?
Dealing with a serious injury after a fall or accident is stressful enough. You shouldn't have to worry about navigating the legal process on your own. Hiring an experienced premises liability lawyers in Staten Island, like the attorneys at Sgarlato & Sgarlato, can take a huge weight off your shoulders. Not only can it give you time to focus on your recovery, but it can also help you level the playing field with at-fault parties and insurance companies who may not have your best interests in mind.
Here are a few reasons why you should call our Staten Island premises liability lawyers at Sgarlato & Sgarlato right away:
Property owners often deny responsibility and try to blame you for your accident and injuries.
Insurance companies may try to deny or devalue your claim.
There could be multiple parties who are responsible for your accident, and it takes a thorough investigation to identify them all.
There is a limited amount of time to file a premises liability lawsuit or injury claim, and waiting too long could mean losing out on valuable compensation.
It can be difficult to determine the true value of your case, and you shouldn't rely on insurers to make that calculation for you.
Our goal is not just to get you the money you deserve, but to secure the maximum compensation possible for your injuries. We will carefully investigate the circumstances surrounding your accident, determine liability, and aggressively pursue damages on your behalf. If insurers or at-fault parties refuse to cooperate, our skilled trial attorneys will not hesitate to take your case to court. Our track record of success speaks for itself, and insurers know that they won't be able to push us around.
We Handle All Premises Liability Cases in Staten Island
Premises liability cases can be more complex than just slips and falls. Any situation where you get injured on someone else’s property can fall under premises liability. At Sgarlato & Sgarlato, we have experience handling all types of premises liability matters, including:
Swimming pool accidents
Elevator accidents
Escalator accidents
Bed bug injuries
Hotel accidents
Apartment building accidents
Negligent security
Construction accidents
Workplace accidents
Exposure to toxic chemicals
Rape or assault
Dog bites
Poisonings
Slips and falls
Wrongful death, and more.
If you’ve suffered an injury while on someone else’s property, you may be entitled to compensation under premises liability laws. Contact our personal injury lawyers to discuss your case and learn more about your rights and options.
What is Premises Liability?
When you visit someone else’s property – whether it’s a commercial business or private home – you shouldn’t have to worry about getting hurt because of hidden dangers. If you happen to get hurt, you might be able to assert certain protections under Staten Island’s premises liability laws. That’s because property owners have a duty to make sure that guests visiting their premises are safe. The specific duty owed to you depends on why you’re visiting in the first place.
Invitee
If you’re visiting premises for a business purpose, you’re generally considered to be an invitee. This might be because you’ve been invited by the owner or because the place is open to the general public during certain hours. The bottom line is that you’re there for the benefit of the owner.
Property owners owe the greatest duty of care to invitees. They must search for potential hazards and make necessary repairs as soon as they’re identified. If there’s any chance that an invitee could get hurt, the owner must provide a clear warning.
Licensee
You’ll generally be considered a licensee if you’re visiting someone for social purposes. Maybe you showed up at a friend’s house unannounced but were welcomed inside without an explicit invitation, or maybe you’re visiting your parents for Thanksgiving. The purpose of your visit is social, not business.
Property owners don’t have to be as aggressive in taking care of their land to prevent injuries to a licensee. They don’t have an obligation to inspect the premises or make sure that they’re in a reasonably safe condition. However, they do have to fix a hazard when they have actual or constructive knowledge.
Trespasser
When you’re on someone else’s property without implied or express permission, you might be considered a trespasser. In other words, you’re there without the owner’s consent.
Property owners generally aren’t responsible for injuries suffered by trespassers. They have no obligation to keep the premises in a safe condition. If an owner knows that a trespasser exists, they can either tell them to leave or warn them about known hazards.
However, this isn’t always the case, especially when children are involved. If someone has an attractive nuisance on their property – such as a swimming pool – they might have a responsibility to protect potential (or known) trespassers from potential accidents and injuries. This is particularly true if trespassers are young kids who might not understand the potential consequences of their actions.
Damages Available in Staten Island Premises Liability Cases
An unexpected accident can have severe and lasting consequences on your life. From broken bones to lost limbs and spinal cord damage, any injury can disrupt your daily routine. If you got hurt on someone else's property, the property owner may be held responsible for your injuries if they failed to keep you safe.
At Sgarlato & Sgarlato, our experienced Staten Island premises liability lawyers will fight to help you recover the compensation you need and deserve, including money for:
Medical expenses
Rehabilitation
Lost income and wages
Temporary and/or permanent disability
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Loss of enjoyment of life
Disfigurement, and more.
Don't underestimate the value of your injuries. Don't let insurance companies pressure you into accepting less money than you deserve. Contact Sgarlato & Sgarlato for help in getting the compensation you deserve. We'll conduct a thorough investigation into your accident and rely on experts to help us understand the complex and nuanced aspects of your case. With their assistance, we can better understand your injuries and what your case is worth.
Call Our Staten Island Premises Liability Lawyers For Help Today
Call Sgarlato & Sgarlato PLLC. today to schedule your consultation.
Sgarlato & Sgarlato PLLC Personal Injury Lawyers helps injured residents of the Staten Island area recover full compensation for the damages and losses they suffer due to the negligence of others.
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