Premises Liability

People are often far too dismissive about slip-and-fall incidents when they initially transpire. There is an assumption that falls from an elevation are a major safety concern, but same-level falls are little more than embarrassing. Despite this common misconception,...

The winter months in Massachusetts can host some very cold weather. A significant amount of snow can fall in a matter of hours, leaving roads and sidewalks nearly impassable. A thin layer of ice could also coat roadways and sidewalks, making them dangerous. Warmer...

Most dogs in Massachusetts are friendly household companions. Dogs of all sizes and breeds can motivate people to exercise regularly and make them feel more comfortable in their homes. However, it only takes a moment for an animal to become an aggressive threat. Some...

Anyone could slip and fall while shopping or visiting an apartment complex. However, some people are at far greater risk of falling and may suffer worse consequences if they do fall. Older adults who are past the age of 55 are more likely than younger people to suffer...

Slip-and-falls are perhaps the most common of all premises liability scenarios. Someone at a business or visiting a friend at an apartment complex will trip over a wrinkled rug or slip in a puddle on the floor, leading to injuries and then file a premises liability...

Forget about navigating the highway or the city streets, just getting in and out of a parking lot safely can feel like the bigger hurdle whenever you want to go somewhere. Whether you’re in your vehicle and trying to find an open spot in a parking tower or you’re...

Most people accept they are responsible for their own safety when out in public places. They know they need to stay sober and remain aware of their surroundings to avoid personal harm. However, there are certain spaces people have a reasonable expectation of safety....

It is human nature to compare circumstances and create rankings. You have a favorite taco restaurant, and you may even have a list of which of your coworkers are most efficient at their jobs. You may even have an internal scale that you use to judge different kinds of...

When you are getting older, something you have to watch out for is slipping and falling. If you do happen to slip and fall, you could be at a greater risk of serious injury. As you may know, stores and businesses have a responsibility to maintain their premises and to...

A violent attack at a New Hampshire concert in late August left a 22-year-old woman paralyzed from the waist down. This represents another case of negligent security in which the concert facility/property owner failed to protect patrons. These types of incidents occur...