Regardless of where an accident happens in Dutchess County—be it on public or private property, in a street or parking lot, at a business or home, or even under snowy or icy conditions—negligence might be a factor. If another party failed to properly maintain the property or warn you about hazards, you could face severe injuries such as broken bones, spinal injuries, or traumatic brain injuries. These injuries can greatly affect your quality of life and result in significant long-term healthcare expenses. You deserve a legal representative who will vigorously advocate for your rights.
Mainetti & Mainetti P.C.’s Poughkeepsie personal injury law office is located at 9 Mansion St #224, Poughkeepsie 12601.
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ContactPremises liability law plays a crucial role in protecting individuals from property owners who fail to maintain a safe environment or warn about hazardous conditions. Such negligence can result in serious injuries or even death for visitors, customers, or tenants.
Common scenarios under premises liability include:
- Slip and fall accidents
- Falls caused by snow and ice
- Inadequate security
- Dog bites
- Falling merchandise or debris
- Faulty elevators or escalators
- Swimming pool accidents
- Lead exposure
In premises liability cases, acting quickly is essential. Conditions that led to your injury may change or be fixed soon after the accident. If our free consultation suggests you have a case, our legal team will promptly assess and reconstruct the situation to support your claim.
Property owners are required to keep their property safe, whether it’s a residence, commercial establishment, or parking lot. If unsafe conditions lead to injuries, it may be considered negligence, commonly known as a “premises liability” or “slip and fall” case.
What to Do After a Slip and Fall in Dutchess County
- Seek Medical Attention: Obtain medical care and follow your doctor’s instructions. Proper documentation of your injuries is essential for your case.
- Notify the Property Owner: Report the incident to the property owner and document it. If there’s no official reporting process, send a certified letter detailing the accident.
- Consult a Personal Injury Lawyer: Arrange a free consultation with an experienced lawyer in Kingston or Poughkeepsie to discuss your case. Our firm has a proven track record of securing maximum settlements.
- Avoid Social Media: Refrain from posting about the accident or your injuries online, as it could be used against you.
- Take Photos: If possible, capture photos of the conditions that caused your injury and your injuries themselves.
- Handle Insurance Companies Carefully: Insurance companies often aim to minimize payouts. Contact us if you have concerns about their tactics.
- Consider Witnesses: Identify and gather information from any witnesses to the accident.
- Seek Compensation: You are entitled to compensation for your injuries. Document all relevant details and work with your attorney to pursue your claim.
Slip and Fall Injury Attorney Results
You likely have a case if you were injured because a property owner (or manager) failed to keep the premises reasonably safe and you can show the hazard caused your injury. We investigate whether the owner knew or should have known about the danger and still failed to fix it or warn you.
1) Seek medical care and follow your doctor’s orders.
2) Report the incident to the property owner or manager in writing.
3) Photograph the hazard, your injuries, and the area from several angles.
4) Collect contact info for witnesses.
5) Call our office for a free consultation before speaking with insurers.
Nothing up front. We work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning you pay no legal fees unless we recover compensation for you.
Medical bills (past & future), lost wages, diminished earning capacity, pain and suffering, rehabilitation costs, and other out-of-pocket expenses. In rare cases, punitive damages may apply.
New York’s statute of limitations for most slip-and-fall injuries is three years from the date of the accident. Claims against a municipality require a “Notice of Claim” within 90 days, so act quickly.
Evidence can disappear fast. Our team moves quickly by using photos, witness statements, surveillance footage, maintenance logs, and expert inspections to reconstruct conditions as they existed at the time of your fall.
Yes. New York follows “pure comparative negligence.” Any recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault, but you can still receive compensation even if you were mostly responsible.
Many premises-liability claims settle through negotiation or mediation. However, our attorneys prepare every case as if it will go to trial and won’t hesitate to litigate to secure maximum compensation.
Simple claims may resolve in a few months; complex cases involving severe injuries, multiple defendants, or disputed liability can take a year or more. We give you realistic timelines after reviewing the facts.
No. Anything you post can be used by insurance companies to downplay your injuries or shift blame. Stay offline and let your lawyer handle communications.
Property owners must remove snow and ice within a reasonable time after a storm and warn of slippery conditions. Failing to do so can make them liable for resulting injuries.
Call 845-404-1700 or use the contact form on this page to schedule your free consultation at our Poughkeepsie office: 9 Mansion St, Suite 224, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. We’ll explain your rights, evaluate your claim, and outline the next steps, with no obligation.
