Blog: Premises Liability

Common Slip and Fall Accidents in the Spring

May 4, 2021

While many of us are happy to be done with winter and in the full swing of spring, the spring season can come with its own safety hazards. In particular, Spring-Related Slip and Fall Hazards Slip and fall accidents are more prevalent in the spring due to the “April showers” that occur during the spring season. Wet weather during spring can cause slip and fall accidents because of: The melt of remaining frozen snow...

Can You Sue If You Slip On Ice?

Feb 22, 2021

The winter season in New Jersey is here and with it, so is the risk of a Continue reading to find out who you can hold liable in the event of a slip and fall accident in New Jersey, including how a skilled Haddonfield Who is Liable in a Slip and Fall Accident in New Jersey? When it comes to a slip and fall accident due to snow or ice, there are three...

Can Faulty Electric Fences Result in Dog Attacks?

Feb 23, 2017

The majority of cities and towns have containment laws that forbid dogs from roaming outside without a leash. Also, several homeowners associations forbid physical fences and thus, many owners have resorted to the use of electrical, or “invisible,” fences to contain their dogs. However, dog owners should be mindful of the fact that such fences can be hazardous to dogs. Electrical fences transmit an electric pulse, or shock, through the dog when the dog is...

Slip & Fall: What’s a Property Owner’s Duty to Make Property Safe?

Dec 5, 2013

“ If you slipped and fell on someone else’s property, do you have a right to file a Trespassers If you are an adult trespasser on property in New Jersey, the law says a property owner has no duty to you other than to make sure they are not deliberately setting up conditions that will lead to serious harm to you, such as by setting booby traps. Child Trespassers Because children have less judgment...