What Is Constructive Notice in a New York Slip and Fall Case?

When a Property Owner "Should Have Known" About the Hazard That Hurt You Key Takeaways: Constructive notice in New York slip and fall cases means a hazard was visible and existed long enough that a reasonably careful owner could have discovered and remedied it. This standard comes from case law, not statute, and supplies the […]
When Is a Property Owner Liable for Slip and Fall Injuries?

A typical walk down the sidewalk or store aisle can lead to an unfortunate and perhaps debilitating injury if property owner negligence creates a hazard that could have been prevented. While injuries that result from a slip and fall are often minor, they sometimes involve a significant impact that can cause both short- and long-term pain and […]