Premises Liability Defense
Bailey, Kelleher & Johnson, P.C. represents property owners and their insurers during allegations of premises liability claims. The firm focuses on helping clients assert that they upheld the proper standard of care for the maintenance of their property.
Protecting property owners and their insurers
When an accident occurs on all types of property, there is a chance that the property owner can be held liable for the accident damages. Each state has unique laws and standards that govern who can be held liable and to what degree.
Premises liability in New York encompasses a rich variety of cases:
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Recent trends in legislation
Recently New York's courts have taken a decidedly conservative trend in property owner liability by narrowing the concepts of duty, notice, and foreseeability. This narrowing has resulted in greater protection for property owners, landlords, and construction companies.
Bailey, Kelleher & Johnson, P.C. helps clients take advantage of these trends by asserting their rights during legal proceedings.
Environmental lawsuits in upstate New York
In recent years, upstate New York has seen property owners defending themselves against a variety of environmental lawsuits:
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Bailey, Kelleher & Johnson, P.C. is currently defending a number of property owners on dangerous lead poisoning lawsuits and mesothelioma claims.
The firm's attorneys are current on the law of landlord and property owner liability and have a deep understanding of the complicated medical issues surrounding the alleged connection between chemical exposure and adverse health conditions.
Contact the firm today
For counsel regarding a premises liability claim, contact Bailey, Kelleher & Johnson, P.C. today.
