This winter has been hard, and major educational institutions, like Cornell University in New York, have been forced to close for snow days. On the fifth of February, the school closed down for days, all the way until the next Wednesday, giving students two and a half days off from class. This was due to…
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Who is responsible for clearing slippery New York City sidewalks?
This year, New York City residents were forced to deal with a significant amount of snow. Of course, this proved to be inconvenient for people trying to navigate the logistics of the morning and afternoon commutes in the inclement weather. At the same time, the snow created danger for a number of others. In the…
New York’s sidewalk sheds, scaffolding are an ubiquitous threat
Seeing scaffolding on the side of a building is often considered to be progress. Efforts to develop or redevelop property can benefit communities in a number of ways. However, a recent report shows that New York residents might be put at risk by thousands of long-term scaffolds and sidewalk sheds spread throughout the city. The…
Brooklyn trip-and-fall accident left woman with brain injuries
Every day, thousands of New York residents use the subway system to get to and from work. Of course, this means that transportation facilities and infrastructure must undergo regular maintenance in order for everything to remain safe. Repair efforts should also include subway stations, which every rider must pass through. In 2008, a woman in…
Man injured by exploding ‘bug bomb’ in adjacent Queens apartment
From time to time, a person might have to rely on chemicals in order to take care of a bug problem. This is something many New York City residents can probably relate to. If a person opts for a do-it-yourself fumigation rather than seeking the help of a professional, it’s important to carefully follow the…
Man injured by icicle falling from Manhattan rooftop
Over the last several weeks, New Yorkers have been dealing with snow and colder-than-normal temperatures. Although this has been inconvenient for many people, there are also serious safety risks associated with this. Aside from slippery roads and sidewalks, people may not consider the danger posed by icicles falling from buildings. As a 27-year-old man was…
Dancer dies from head injury caused by falling object
New York City is known as a place for aspiring artists and performers to follow their ambitions. The performing arts aren’t generally known for being dangerous areas of work, but all of the rigging and equipment on stages could create danger if it’s not properly maintained or secured. A 22-year-old dancer, who has spent time…
New York’s Scaffold Law has roots in construction site safety
Construction sites are full of activity. Between large trucks being moved around and cranes hoisting large objects high above the ground, construction workers have a lot to be aware of. Although workers must exercise caution on work sites, they also deserve to be protected from the dangers associated with modern construction. This idea was the…
New York City school security lapse allows autistic boy to leave
Parents send their children to school trusting that the kids will return home safe and sound at the end of the day. School safety and security officials play an important role in controlling entrance and exit points in buildings in order to make sure only authorized visitors are allowed in and students don’t leave the…
Dog Bite Case, action against defendant’s dismissed
Decided on December 26, 2013 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK APPELLATE DIVISION : SECOND JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT 2012-07349 (Index No. 33521/09) [*1]Emmeline Sareyani-Coffey, respondent, v Nancy McAleer, as Administrator of the Estate of Ann Zelda Shikora, also known as Annzelda Shikora, deceased, et al., appellants. In an action to recover damages for personal…
Slip and Fall case in a lobby of a building, action reinstated
Osbourne v 80-90 Maiden Lane Del, LLC (2013 NY Slip Op 08602) Decided on December 26, 2013 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK APPELLATE DIVISION : SECOND JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT 2012-04362 (Index No. 8697/09) [*1]Juliet Osbourne, appellant, v 80-90 Maiden Lane Del, LLC, et al., In an action to recover damages for personal injuries,…
Rear end collision, directed verdict for plaintiff should have been granted. Trial on the issue of damages only is ordered.
Clarke v Phillips (2013 NY Slip Op 08585) Decided on December 26, 2013 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK APPELLATE DIVISION : SECOND JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT 2012-08525 2013-00967 (Index No. 7516/10) [*1]Jellicoe Clarke, appellant, v Derek J. Phillips, respondent. In an action to recover damages for personal injuries, the plaintiff appeals from (1) a…
New York City elementary school closes playground citing safety
Winter is a joyful time of year — especially for young children. Between the holidays, break from school and snow on the ground, there’s a lot to look forward to. The reality, however, is that winter weather can pose challenges and safety risks, especially in terms of potential slip-and-fall accidents. Not long ago, school in…
Was week-long gas leak the cause of a fatal apartment explosion?
When people make the decision to live in a rental property, they do so with the understanding that their landlord will be responsible for many critical aspects of maintenance. As we have observed in multiple situations on this blog, failing to regularly maintain a rental property can have devastating consequences. A report from the New…
Woman slips and falls down stairs in Brooklyn
With many people in New York City living in apartments and condominiums, they are frequently exposed to common areas. A common area is a place in one’s building that is open to the public or, at the very minimum, the residents of the building. Because it is used by many people and because it is…
