The Duties of Property Owners to Maintain Sidewalks As our nation battles the COVID-19 pandemic, and we honor social-distancing requirements and shelter-in-place orders, many of us find ourselves looking for ways to avoid cabin fever. Fortunately, … [Read more...]
Slip and Fall
Slips, Trips, and Falls in Snowy and Icy Conditions in New Jersey
The Duties of Property Owners in New Jersey's Winter Weather In New Jersey, as in all states, a residential or commercial property owner has a duty to reasonably monitor and maintain the premises in a way that minimizes the risk of injury to anyone … [Read more...]
Comparative Negligence
Determining Liability When Both Parties Have Some Responsibility There are many personal injury claims where the accident was caused entirely by the wrongful conduct of one party—a motorist runs a stop sign or a building owner neglects to fix a … [Read more...]
Duties of Property Owners and Their Agents in New Jersey
Protecting Against Slip and Fall Type Injuries In New Jersey, as in other states, the owner or person in control of residential or commercial property has a duty to monitor and maintain the premises in ways that minimize the risk of injury to … [Read more...]