Trip and Fall Accidents – Rockland County, Brooklyn, Queens
According to statistics from the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, over eight million Americans sustained injuries from falls in 2007. These types of accidents can cause financial hardships in addition to the physical pain and suffering that victims often endure. Medical expenses and lost wages can add up significantly, but if you've been injured due to someone else's negligence you may not have to shoulder the financial burden alone. Many individuals who have suffered trip and fall accidents in the Rockland County, Brooklyn, and Queens areas have contacted a premises liability lawyer at Neimark and Neimark, LLP, to help ensure they receive the maximum compensation that they're eligible to receive for their injuries.
Causes of Trip and Fall Accidents
Trip and fall accidents can occur in many of the same locations that slip and fall accidents occur. Uneven sidewalks, potholes, unmarked curbs or stairs, rippled carpet, and unbalanced flooring can all cause trip and fall accidents. In addition, foreign objects or obstructions on the ground or floor can lead to injury if individuals trip over them.
Negligence and Liability
Often individuals do not become aware of obstructions in walkways or pathways until it's too late because these hazards are so unexpected. Owners are required to take measures to prevent accidents and injuries from occurring on their property, whether public or private or indoors or outdoors. If property owners are negligent in these responsibilities and fail to ensure that their floors and walkways are safe, then they can be held liable for any accidents that occur. If you've been injured in a trip and fall accident, a premises liability lawyer at our firm can help ensure that you receive reimbursement for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages.
Contact a Premises Liability Lawyer at Our Practice Serving Brooklyn, Queens, and Rockland County
If you've been injured in a trip and fall accident in Rockland County, Brooklyn, Queens, or nearby areas, a premises liability attorney at Neimark and Neimark, LLP can help you obtain financial restitution for your injuries. Contact our New City or Bronx locations today.