Jersey City Sidewalk Injury Lawyer
New Jersey Sidewalk Trip-and-Fall Injuries Attorney
At one time or another, every one of us has tripped and fallen while walking on a sidewalk. Some of these trip and falls can be attributed to our own clumsiness or lack of attention. Others, often those involving serious injuries, are the result of poorly maintained residential and commercial sidewalks.
If you or a loved one has been injured by tripping or slipping and falling on a sidewalk, you may have grounds for a personal injury claim against the negligent party. Speaking with a Jersey City sidewalk injury lawyer can answer your questions and help to determine if you have a case.
At Feintuch, Porwich, & Feintuch, Attorneys at Law, our Jersey City sidewalk injury lawyers have more than four decades of experience working with people injured through the carelessness of others. Contact us to schedule a free consultation to discuss how we can assist you.
New Jersey laws surrounding premises liability and dangerous sidewalks are complex, making it difficult for the everyday person to understand if they have a personal injury case or not. Our Jersey City sidewalk injury attorneys understand the nuances of the law and can help to determine who, if anyone, is liable for your accident and resulting injuries.
Residential Sidewalk Accidents
If you fall on a residential sidewalk that is terrible condition, it may not be possible to assign liability. To be held responsible, the property owner must have attempted unsatisfactory construction or repair efforts.
In winter conditions, slipping and falling on icy sidewalks is not uncommon. A residential property owner cannot be held liable if there has been no attempt to clear the sidewalk of snow and ice. You can only pursue a claim if a half-hearted effort to clear ice and snow caused your accident.
Commercial Sidewalk Accidents
Commercial properties are held to a different standard than residential properties in regard to premise liability. Commercial property owners and operators are required to maintain safe sidewalks, thoroughly removing ice and snow and repairing hazardous conditions. If a person is injured by falling on a dangerous commercial property, we can help to hold the business accountable.
Contact Feintuch, Porwich, & Feintuch to discuss your accident with a knowledgeable attorney.
