Hurt on someone else’s property in Yonkers? You may have a right to compensation.

When you visit a store, restaurant, office, or even a neighbor’s home, you expect the property to be safe. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Dangerous conditions like wet floors, broken stairs, poor lighting, or icy sidewalks can cause serious injuries. If you were hurt because a property owner didn’t take proper care of their property, you may be able to file a premises liability claim.

The Law Office of Michael J. McConnell is here to help when you need a Westchester County personal injury lawyer to seek the full compensation that you deserve for a premises liability accident in Yonkers. As a former NYC prosecutor, Michael J. McConnell knows how to thoroughly investigate and build a strong case. Those things are critical in a premises liability case because in order to get fully compensated, there needs to be strong evidence. Let Michael J. McConnell take charge of proving your case.

Not only is it free to speak with an injury lawyer to find out if you have a case, but it also costs nothing upfront to hire a personal injury lawyer for an accident on someone else’s property because they work on a contingency fee basis – this means no fee unless you win.

Don’t wait a second longer. Call now for your free consultation.

What Is Premises Liability?

Premises liability refers to the legal responsibility property owners have to keep their property safe. When they fail to do so, they can be held liable for the injuries that result from the unsafe property conditions.  

To win a premises liability case, you generally must show:

  • The property owner had a duty to keep the area safe
  • They unreasonably failed to keep the area safe
  • And their failure caused your injury

This can happen in many places—grocery stores, hotels, apartment buildings, offices, public sidewalks, or even someone’s private home.

Common Premises Liability Accidents in Yonkers

Premises liability accidents come in many forms. Some of the most common types include:

  • Slip and fall accidents – caused by wet floors or icy sidewalks
  • Trip and fall accidents – from poor lighting, broken steps, and uneven pavement
  • Falling objects – like objects or items falling from shelves at a store
  • Inadequate security – if you’re a victim of a crime such as an assault or robbery because the building had broken locks, lack of cameras, or no security guards
  • Swimming pool accidents – such as drowning or slipping due to the property owner’s negligence
  • Elevator or escalator accidents – usually from poor maintenance

Each of these can lead to painful and sometimes life-changing injuries that deserve maximum compensation under the law and facts of the case.

Serious Injuries Caused by Negligent Property Owners

A simple fall or accident can cause far more damage than people realize – especially an injury to the head. Some of the most serious injuries include in premises liability cases include:

  • Broken bones – hips, wrists, ankles, or ribs
  • Head injuries – including concussions and traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
  • Back and neck injuries – such as herniated discs or spinal cord damage
  • Internal injuries – including organ damage or internal bleeding
  • Paralysis – in the most severe cases, a fall can lead to permanent disability

For these types of severe injuries, a person may have a long hospital stay and a very painful recovery. In addition to that, they may lose time from work or perhaps never be able to work again due to the injury. For many victims of a premises liability accident, they may no longer be able to do certain things they used to enjoy – which can be another important thing they can be compensated for.

What Compensation Can You Recover?

If you’ve been hurt in a premises liability accident in Yonkers, you may be able to get compensation for things like:

  • Medical Expenses
  • Lost wages
  • Pain and suffering

The exact types of things you can be compensated for and the amount that you can get will always vary on the unique facts of the case. A personal injury lawyer serving Yonkers can help you determine what your premises liability case is worth.

Building a Strong Premises Liability Case in Yonkers

No matter how serious an injury is, the key to winning a premises liability case often comes down to how strong the evidence is that shows the property owner is legally responsible for the accident. There needs to be actual proof that the property owner failed in their duty to keep the premises safe.

In Michael J. McConnell’s former career as a criminal prosecutor, he learned the importance of carefully investigating cases, finding the key evidence, and then using that evidence to prove a case beyond a reasonable doubt – which is a very high standard by the way.

In a premises liability case, the standard of proof is lower, but winning still requires those same steps. And it is imperative to get off to a fast start when investigating a case as often evidence and potential witnesses could go missing if you don’t move fast enough.

Here is how a personal injury attorney can build a strong premises liability case from day one:

  • Gather strong evidence—surveillance footage, maintenance logs, witness statements, etc.
  • Visit the location of the accident – talk to witnesses, obtain photographs, and have an inspection done if needed
  • Consult with expert witnesses as appropriate
  • Put together a clear timeline showing how the accident happened
  • Take depositions of the property owner and other key witnesses
  • Leverage the evidence for the purpose of negotiating a favorable settlement for the client or take the case to trial if necessary

Call Today for a Free Consultation with a Premises Liability Lawyer Serving Yonkers

If you or a loved one were injured on someone else’s property in Yonkers or the surrounding area, it is always wise to move fast. Evidence and memories can fade quicky and be lost forever. The sooner a personal injury attorney is involved, the sooner they can begin investigating and building your case.

Let an attorney dig deep, uncover the facts, and do everything necessary to prove your case.

Contact the Law Office of Michael J. McConnell today for a free consultation by calling (914) 810-0510.