Businesses that regularly welcome customers into their facilities have a duty to ensure that their premises are safe. Sadly, not all businesses uphold applicable safety standards and allow dangerous conditions to exist on their property. If such neglect leads to a fall, the injured party may be able to pursue claims against the business. In some cases, expert testimony may be necessary to demonstrate the defendant\u2019s deviation from the standard of care, as discussed in a recent New York case. If you suffered harm in a slip and fall accident, meeting with a Syracuse personal injury lawyer about your rights is in your best interest.<\/p>\n
History of the Case<\/strong><\/p>\n It is reported that the plaintiff filed a lawsuit against the defendant after sustaining injuries from a fall at a United States Post Office. The incident occurred when the plaintiff was at the post office to mail packages. After dropping off several packages inside, she was directed to take the last package, a typewriter, to the loading dock. As the plaintiff walked toward the dock, she stepped onto a single-step landing that was part of the loading area.<\/p>\n