After several lawsuits were filed against Ed Norton's production company, Class 5, the actor and director now claim that the owner of the New York building in which a fire broke out last March is responsible. This premises liability lawsuit follows a fire that broke...
Month: April 2019
Parents can appoint conservators and guardians in their wills
Parents in New York who establish estate plans will likely include plans for the physical and financial care of their children. This is mostly done in the wills of the parents by naming a person to take over the care of minor children in the event of the death of both...
Drafting wills is best not regarded as DIY projects
Estate planning can be complicated, and a process that is best done with the support and guidance of legal counsel. To underscore the fact that wills are not to be regarded as DIY projects, New York residents can look at a case in another state in which a woman had...
Attractive nuisance injuries can bring premises liability claim
Although the attractive nuisance laws typically apply to homeowners, small business owners in New York might be held responsible if children suffer injuries on their properties. Many business owners make their premises fun places because children often influence their...
Car accidents: Does outcome of criminal case affect civil suit?
Victims of auto crashes in New York can pursue financial relief if they can prove that another party's negligence caused their injuries and other damages. This is done through the civil justice system of the state. In many cases, criminal charges are filed against...