Tenants renting residential properties expect them to be reasonably safe and clean. They pay for access to the space and for the landlord to maintain it in a reasonably safe manner. Unfortunately, many landlords delay crucial maintenance, ignore declining property...
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How delayed property maintenance could lead to visitor injuries
Premises liability concerns the financial and legal culpability that comes along with property ownership. Building owners have a responsibility to maintain their holdings in reasonably safe condition. Frequently, discussions of premises liability specifically...
The importance of title insurance in real estate transactions
Title insurance is an invaluable safety net in real estate transactions. This type of insurance protects buyers and lenders from potential claims or disputes over the ownership of a property. Before closing on a property, buyers want to ensure they are receiving...
Renters hurt in a ceiling collapse have legal rights
Rental housing arrangements are often quite convenient. Renters generally do not have to worry about the expense or logistics of property maintenance. Their landlord has to maintain the property and perform any necessary repairs when the furnace fails or a storm...
What are the long-term psychological effects of car crashes?
Severe car crashes can lead to devastating physical injuries, but the psychological impact often lingers even longer. Understanding these long-term psychological effects is necessary for providing comprehensive support to victims. Post-traumatic stress disorder...
What happens after toxic exposure to lead in a rental home?
Tenants have a right to expect that the properties they rent are relatively safe. Standards in New York impose numerous obligations on landlords ranging from disclosure requirements to testing an abatement in cases involving the potential for toxic exposure....
Understanding common types of distracted driving
Distracted driving remains a problem on roads, contributing to accidents and unsafe traffic conditions. As technology integrates more deeply into people's lives, distractions increase, pulling drivers' attention away from the road. Understanding the various forms of...
Protecting your interests in real estate transactions
Real estate transactions are complex, involving a significant amount of paperwork, intricate legal details and the potential for costly mistakes. In such high-stakes dealings, the guidance of a knowledgeable attorney can prove to be invaluable. While working with a...
What if there’s a cloud on a title when you’re buying a New York home?
A cloud on the title refers to any potential problem or discrepancy in the ownership history of a property, which can jeopardize your ownership rights – and they crop up with surprising regularity. While older homes tend to have complex ownership histories that can...
How cameras can help your personal injury case
In the aftermath of a car accident, obtaining clear evidence is necessary for gaining a full understanding of events. If you are pursuing a personal injury claim, this evidence can make all the difference in securing a fair settlement. Cameras play an important role...