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Apartment buildings in New York City are busy, aging, and constantly used. People move quickly through lobbies, stairwells, hallways, and sidewalks in all weather. When a property owner or manager fails to maintain those spaces, injuries become predictable. A loose stair tread, broken lobby tile, di…
Category: Premises Liability
Under What Conditions Can You File a Premises Liability Claim in NYC Rental Units?
April 20th, 2026Filing Against the City: Special Considerations for Claims vs. NYCHA or DOT
December 2nd, 2025If you were injured because of the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) or the New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT), one of the most important deadlines is this: you generally must serve a Notice of Claim within 90 days of the accident. Missing that deadline can seriously affect—o…
Elevator & Escalator Safety: NYC Owners’ Duties
November 24th, 2025At Hill & Moin LLP, our New York City personal injury lawyers have handled countless elevator and escalator accident cases involving negligent property owners and unsafe maintenance practices. In a city like New York, where millions rely on elevators and escalators daily in office buildings, tra…
When Hotel Leaks Cause Slip-and-Fall Injuries
November 17th, 2025A hotel may be liable for a slip-and-fall injury caused by a leak if it knew—or reasonably should have known—about the dangerous condition and failed to repair it or adequately warn guests. Under New York premises liability law, simply slipping on a wet floor does not automatically make the hotel re…
Pool or Playground Injuries on Private Property
November 10th, 2025At Hill & Moin LLP, our personal injury attorneys have represented countless families whose lives were changed by swimming pool accidents and playground injuries on private property. These cases often raise difficult questions about responsibility and liability. If an accident occurred at someon…
NYC Street Vendor Collisions: Who’s Liable for Misplaced Carts?
October 27th, 2025In the bustling streets of New York City, street vendors are an iconic part of everyday life. From hot dog stands to fruit carts, vendors bring vibrancy—and valuable convenience—to the city’s sidewalks. But with so many mobile carts operating near store premises, crosswalks, and public spaces, accid…
Injuries at Amusement Parks or Street Fairs: What Victims Need to Know
September 15th, 2025Hill & Moin LLP is proud to serve New York City residents with trusted, proactive personal injury legal support. Summer in the city brings outdoor attractions — from Coney Island amusement rides to street fairs in Queens and the Bronx. While these events provide joy to millions, they can also be…
Can You File a Lawsuit for Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in an Apartment?
September 6th, 2025Some of the biggest dangers to our health are things we can’t see. Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas that can be deadly when inhaled in high concentrations. Each year, over 400 people in the US die from exposure to carbon monoxide, while over 14,000 are hospitalized. Since it is …
Laborer Awarded 1.9 Million After Work Site Accident
August 27th, 2025JM was on the job as a laborer at an apartment building construction site when his life changed in an instant—he fell through an unmarked hole, suffering serious injuries. An ambulance rushed him to the hospital, where doctors began assessing the damage. As he began the difficult road to recovery, J…
Are Injuries From Defective Sidewalks the City’s Responsibility?
July 21st, 2025In the State of New York, there are more than 11 million registered vehicles. On any given day, you may notice thousands of cars passing the roads where you walk. A sidewalk should provide a safe place for pedestrians to stay out of traffic. Unfortunately, sidewalks are the scene of many accident…