On Long Island, a homeowner does not become liable just because underage drinking happened at a gathering. New York law focuses on a narrower question: did the homeowner knowingly provide alcohol to a person under 21 or actively help that person get it? New York uses...
Imagine you are heading home in an Uber on the Long Island Expressway when another car strikes you and causes a serious injury. New York holds Uber, Lyft and other rideshare companies to insurance requirements that shift with each phase of a trip. Understanding which...
You walk into a store and the lighting shifts from bright to dim. A wet floor, uneven surface or step may be harder to see until it is too late. When poor lighting contributes to a fall, it may become part of a premises liability claim. How poor lighting can...