Can I Ask My Landlord To Do More to Ensure No Bed Bugs Come Into My Apartment?
Yes, you can. A landlord has an obligation to keep your apartment bedbug free, so the landlord should take reasonable steps to keep bedbugs from coming into your apartment from a...
What Do I Have To Do to Get Ready for A Bed Bug Exterminator?
The exterminator will let you know what steps you have to take in advance of extermination — and you should follow those instructions to the letter. Usually, it will involve dry-cleaning or washing and...
Can I Use a Bed Bug Infestation as a Defense in a Nonpayment Case?
Can I Use a Bed Bug Infestation as a Defense in a Nonpayment Case? Yes, you can. Housing Court has awarded rent abatements for bedbug infestations. But you should be prepared to document the...
Were You Injured Due To A Landlord Failing To Provide Reasonable Security?
If the answer to the question is yes, you should speak with a New York Negligent Security Attorney to discuss your legal rights and all options available to you.
In New York State, a landlord has a duty to take "minimal" precautions to protect tenants from reasonably...
Do You Need To Retain A New York Slip And Fall Attorney?
When you slip and fall due to the negligence of another party, you need to know your legal options and how to secure compensation for your medical bills. This post will break down who a New York slip and fall attorney...
The Anatomy Of A Slip & Fall Accident
If you have been injured in a slip-and-fall-type injury, there are some things that you need to know in order to be compensated for the damages you have suffered. Personal injury law is a complicated subject with a simple goal, make those who were negligent pay for the damages they caused...
New York Negligent Security Settlement Shooting Case
The Law Offices of Effie Soter, P.C. is happy to announce our latest New York Negligent Security settlement. The Plaintiffs live in public housing and were shot inside their home. They sustained non-fatal gunshot injuries. The Plaintiffs'...
New York Slip and Fall Settlement Victory
The Law Offices of Effie Soter, P.C. is happy to announce our latest New York slip and fall settlement victory. The case involved us filing an appeal in order to effectively negotiate the settlement. Our appeal was successful. The Plaintiff slipped and...
Personal Injury Claims Against An At-Fault Business
Filing a personal injury claim or lawsuit directly against a business can be much more complex than filing one against an individual. Personal injury claims against a business can arise in a variety of contexts. Some of the most common contexts include premises liability cases.
If you...
How To Establish Liability For A Slip And Fall Accident
Have You Been Injured in a Slip and Fall? You May Have Rights.
Victims who suffer preventable injuries in a slip and fall accident may have a right to pursue legal recourse. If a slip and fall occurs on another person's property, victims may be able to...