How to Prove a Property Owner is Negligent

All New York property owners are responsible for ensuring that their property is reasonably safe from hazardous conditions for guests, patrons, and visitors. How can you prove that the property owner is negligent when a property owner is careless and fails to maintain the safe conditions of their property? Is premises liability the same as negligence?

At Hach & Rose, LLP, we know how challenging it can be to unravel New York’s complicated premises liability and negligence statutes. We want to help you understand what it takes to prove that a New York property owner is negligent and responsible for compensating you for your financial losses.

What Is Premises Liability?

Following an accident on someone else’s property, premises liability, and negligence are terms you often hear. However, understanding the legal definition of these words can be challenging. Premises liability and legal negligence are legal concepts.

Negligence occurs when someone engages in careless or reckless behavior without regard for others, resulting in another individual getting hurt. It is essentially an action or omission inconsistent with the actions or behavior of a reasonable individual in similar circumstances.