Manhattan Personal Injury Attorneys
The city of New York is responsible for maintaining trees in parks, along sidewalks and in other public areas. If you or a loved one has been injured by a falling tree or branch in New York City, a lawyer from Stockschlaeder, McDonald & Sules, P.C., can help you obtain fair compensation for your losses.
Injured by a falling limb from a dead tree or poorly maintained tree? You may be able to pursue a premises liability claim against the city of New York. Call Stockschlaeder, McDonald & Sules, P.C., at 212-608-1911 or toll free at 888-399-8117 to arrange your free initial consultation.
Act Quickly to Preserve Your Rights
If you have been injured by a falling tree branch, it is important to seek legal help immediately. A notice of claim against the city of New York must be filed with the city within 90 days of the incident. If you do not take action within these strict time constraints, the complaint can be barred, and you will be unable to seek compensation for your injuries.
We Respond to the Urgency of Your Injury
Our law firm responds to the urgency of your injury. We encourage our injured clients to seek proper medical treatment as soon as possible. We waste no time preserving evidence and finding the correct people for your case. For example, in a recent case we hired a tree expert to investigate a fallen tree and it was determined it had been dead for 10 years. Our client sustained a broken leg and property damage to a scooter. We were able to sue the city of New York for failing to maintain the tree.
It is important to seek help from lawyers who understand the urgency of your matter and can act quickly to secure the help of necessary experts.
What Type of Injury Do You Have?
There is no doubt that when a tree or tree limb falls on an individual or their property, serious injury can occur. Our knowledgeable attorneys skillfully seek fair compensation for our clients' medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering and other losses. We handle personal injury claims that result in injuries such as the following:
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Spinal cord injuries
- Neck injuries
- Broken bones
- Psychological injuries
Additionally, we handle wrongful death claims that arise from falling trees or tree limbs. If your loved one was killed by a falling tree branch, talk to our law firm.
Property owners, including the city of New York, are responsible for the maintenance of their trees. If you are injured, the law can protect you. Even if your injury appears minor, it can be worth your time to speak with an attorney. Even if you think you may be at fault in some way, you could still be entitled to financial recovery.
If you have questions about injuries caused by falling trees in New York City, or if you would like to schedule a free initial consultation, call Stockschlaeder, McDonald & Sules, P.C., today at 212-608-1911 or toll free at 888-399-8117. You may also contact us online.
Stockschlaeder, McDonald & Sules, P.C.
110 William Street, Floor 25
New York, NY 10038
Phone: 212-608-1911
Toll free: 888-399-8117
Fax: 212-608-2121
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