Legal Question in Personal Injury in New York

Hello,

On Saturday the 19th i was walking in manhattan with my sister when a sign flew of front of building and knocked me down hitting my head, a man whos daughter lives in the building offered me help but i thought i would be fine, less then 5 minutes later my face swallwed and i have a large cutt and its bruised. Ive been having extremely bad migraines but i have not sought medical attention as i dont have health insurance. I never got the mans name but he offered me a ride as he was going to connecticuit where he lives he also mention how he had complained to owner about the sign previously. Can i sue owner of building?


Asked on 2/21/11, 8:55 am

3 Answers from Attorneys

Jason Stern Law Offices of Jason Stern

Yes, you can sue the building owner or we could seek a financial settlement from the building owner's insurance company.

If you'd like a free consultation to discuss your options, contact my office by email and include your contact information.

Regards,

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Answered on 2/21/11, 9:43 am
Pasquale Calcagno Calcagno & Associates, PLLC

You have a case. One of the difficult issues in these types of cases is the notice requirement. You seemed to have satisfied it here, perhaps.

It is imperative that we get the witness who helped so we may speak with him. Kindly contact me for a free consultation at 1(800)WE-FIGHT. We have convenient locations all over New York.

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Answered on 2/21/11, 11:11 am

Yes, from what you describe, there is a claim. If the injury is not serious, and leaves no permanent scar, consider Small Claims court for a quick resolution. Otherwise, consult with counsel soon, while there may still be time to take photographs, investigate properly and make contact with your all-important "notice witness". Best, M.E. Zuller

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Answered on 2/21/11, 5:34 pm


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