Defective Stair Injury Attorney in NYC
New York City Injury Accidents Involving Defective Stairs
Millions of people rely on stairs to get them to and from retail stores, places of employment, leisure activities, transportation areas and places of residence. When one of these stairways is improperly repaired or maintained, it can be a recipe for disaster. Some of the common ways in which stairs can be defective or in disrepair include the following:
- Missing or poorly repaired/maintained handrail
- Chipped, cracked or otherwise broken stairs
- Poorly maintained runners or carpet
- Debris
- Poor/insufficient lighting
- Presence of liquid (wet floor)
An individual can easily slip or trip on stairs that have been improperly cared for. If you were injured in a slip/trip and fall case in Manhattan or anywhere in New York City, a NYC slip and fall lawyer at Hochheiser & Hochheiser LLP can help you.
If your lawyer can prove that the owner/manager of the building in which the stairs are located was negligent in repairing, cleaning or maintaining the stairs, you could receive compensation for your injuries. Some of the common injuries resulting from stair accidents include:
- Head injuries
- Neck injuries
- Back injuries
- Broken bones
- Fractures
- Sprains
- Torn/injured ligaments
- Contusions/lacerations
Some stair accidents do not involve falling down the stairs, but instead involve an individual tripping or slipping while walking up the stairs. These types of accidents can result in facial injuries, head injuries, missing/broken teeth and other similar injuries.
Do you need an attorney for your defective stairwell case in Manhattan?
A New York City defective stairs attorney at H&H can help you if you have suffered a serious injury while walking up or down a stairway. If you feel that your accident was the result of negligence on the part of the building owner or manager, you could have a case. With the help of a competent attorney, you could recover the damages you need in order to pay for your accident-related medical bills.
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