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However, the procedure \u2013 and deadlines \u2013 can vary significantly depending on whether the accident happened on private […]","datePublished":"2023-09-14","dateModified":"2025-04-08","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/blog\/author\/davidresnick\/#Person","name":"David Resnick & Associates, P.C.","url":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/blog\/author\/davidresnick\/","identifier":12,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/9a3013950d41a44d6b0e6763649a50fe204ed95d3b6159870ec7dc3bb33ff2c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/9a3013950d41a44d6b0e6763649a50fe204ed95d3b6159870ec7dc3bb33ff2c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"David Resnick & Associates","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/david-resnick-logo.png","url":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/david-resnick-logo.png","width":287,"height":87}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slip-and-fall-lawyer-768x513-1.jpeg","url":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/slip-and-fall-lawyer-768x513-1.jpeg","height":513,"width":768},"url":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/blog\/public-vs-private-property-slip-and-fall-cases-key-differences-in-new-york-city\/","about":["Slip and Fall Accidents"],"wordCount":516,"articleBody":"Slip-and-fall\u00a0injuries can lead to complicated legal cases depending on where the fall occurs. How do you get the money to cover your expenses? In many cases, you can seek compensation through a premises liability personal injury lawsuit. However, the procedure \u2013 and deadlines \u2013 can vary significantly depending on whether the accident happened on private property or government property.Overview of Premises LiabilityPremises liability law addresses the\u00a0legal responsibility\u00a0of the owner or occupier of the property where an injury occurred due to an unsafe condition. To bring a successful claim for your injuries and financial losses, you must demonstrate that you were lawfully on the property, that the property owner negligently handled an unsafe condition on the property, and that you were harmed as a result.What Are the Main Differences Between Cases Involving Public or Private Property?You could be entitled to pursue money for the losses related to your slip-and-fall injury, regardless of whether you fell on private or public property. If you were injured from a slip and fall on private property, you can pursue a claim against the responsible party and their insurance company. You have\u00a0three years from the accident date to file a lawsuit.However, the way you initiate a claim against a government entity in New York is different from pursuing your claim directly against a homeowner or private business.Notice of Claim \u2013 If you were injured on city property, you must file a notice of claim within 90 days of the date of the fall. Once 30 days from the date you filed the notice of claim have passed, and you attend any required hearings, you can proceed with filing a lawsuit in court.\u00a0You must file your lawsuit within 1 year and\u00a090 days\u00a0after the fall.Government Responsibilities \u2013 Once a notice of claim is filed, the city will investigate the claim. If the city determines it is responsible for your injury, the Comptroller\u2019s Office can offer you a settlement. However, if you accept the settlement offer, you must agree not to pursue your claim against the city in court.Federal Tort Claims Act\u00a0\u2013 If your injury occurred on federal property, you can file a claim under the Federal Tort Claims Act. To bring a valid claim, you must show:A federal government employee caused your injury.The employee was acting in their official capacity.The employee\u2019s actions were negligent or wrongful.The negligent or wrongful act caused your injury.Types of Public Property \u2013 A few examples of common types of publicly owned property include:Parking lotsSidewalksCity, state, and federal government officesRoadsPublic parksPublic librariesPublic schools and playgroundsTrain stations, bus stops, and other transit facilitiesWhy It\u2019s Important to Seek Legal AdviceBecause of the legal complexities in slip-and-fall cases, you should contact our personal injury lawyers as soon as you can after your fall. At\u00a0David Resnick & Associates, P.C., we want to talk to you about your case and explain your rights.\u00a0Contact us\u00a0today to speak with a New York City slip-and-fall lawyer in a free consultation."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Public vs. Private Property Slip-and-Fall Cases: Key Differences in New York City","item":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/blog\/public-vs-private-property-slip-and-fall-cases-key-differences-in-new-york-city\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]