Baranowski v. City of Newark, Docket No. A-2262-23, NJ Super., App. Div., Mar 11, 2025 - The plaintiff tripped and fell in a pothole in the City of Newark. There were no complaints reported about this pothole prior to this...more
In my years representing seriously injured clients throughout New Jersey, I’ve seen just how devastating a simple slip, trip, or fall can be. A cracked sidewalk or uneven paver stones, a wet grocery store floor, or a poorly...more
Slip and fall incidents are among the most common types of accidents in California and elsewhere. In public spaces like businesses, nearly nine out of ten high-risk areas have no safety measures in place. If you've suffered...more
The legal system can be complex, but an experienced lawyer can help you navigate it after a slip and fall injury. They can provide valuable insight and guide you through the process should you decide to officially pursue...more
Filing a personal injury claim involves much more than filing the complaint in court. Much of the work lies in the preparation of your claim. The steps below can help you strengthen your case and avoid pitfalls that might...more
Kunsman v. Wawa, Inc., et al., 2023 WL 3778865 (Pa. Comm. Pl. Montg. Co. Jun. 2, 2023) - The plaintiff slipped and fell on a yellow-painted surface in the parking area located on the defendant’s premises. During discovery,...more
Premises liability injury or “slip and fall” claims present substantial risk to insureds who have customers or guests in their business or on their property. However, not all premises liability claims are created equal. This...more
The Second Department of the New York State Supreme Court Appellate Division issued two decisions in Phelps-Vachier v. Genovese Drug Stores, Inc. and Milazzo v. Best Mkt. on claims of spoliation of evidence. Both Phelps...more
A recent Fourth District Court of Appeal ruling illustrates how defendants in premises liability cases can posture themselves for success at the summary judgment stage by implementing and complying with comprehensive...more
Some regard slip-and-fall claims as nuisance litigation and often make billboard plaintiffs’ lawyers the butt of jokes. But, occasionally, these claims represent catastrophic injuries with verdicts to match, and even garden...more
Two recent federal cases highlight the challenges practitioners face in presenting expert claims handling testimony in bad faith litigation under the Daubert standard. In the first case, a court excluded such expert testimony...more
Supreme Court Advance Release Opinions: SC19359 - Persels & Associates, LLC v. Banking Commissioner - Noting that it has generally been the policy of the Courts to defer to the Legislature, especially as to the...more