David Resnick & Associates, P.C., a New York City personal injury law firm, announced a $1,300,000 settlement for a 52-year-old Manhattan woman who sustained catastrophic injuries in a slip-and-fall accident outside an elevator in her residential building. The settlement, obtained by attorney Philip Monier, was reached before trial in the Supreme Court of the State of New York, New York County.
The woman slipped on water outside the elevator, resulting in injuries to her right hip, both knees, ankle, and spine. She required surgeries on her hip and ankle. According to Mr. Monier, the injuries have significantly limited her ability to perform daily activities such as walking, bending, exercising, and sitting. She can no longer handle regular house chores or sit or stand for extended periods.
The building owner, described as one of the largest landlords in New York City, initially denied negligence, arguing that no complaints had been made about the condition and that they lacked notice of the slipping hazard. However, the firm's legal team contended that the owner allowed the hazardous condition to exist for an unreasonable time without taking action. "Even though the building owner is one of the biggest landlords in the City of New York, they argued that they acted reasonably and were not responsible for the Plaintiff's injuries and damages — even though they allowed the condition to exist for an unreasonable period of time and did nothing to eliminate its presence," Mr. Monier said.
The settlement, while substantial, cannot undo the injuries suffered. "We believe that while this million-dollar settlement cannot undo the injuries and damage that she suffered, it will assist my client in living with the residual disabilities caused as a result of the defendant's negligence for the rest of her life," Mr. Monier added.
David Resnick & Associates, P.C., based in Midtown Manhattan, represents clients throughout the New York City area who have been seriously injured due to negligence. Founded in 1998, the firm handles a range of personal injury matters, including slip-and-fall accidents, auto accidents, pedestrian injuries, subway and escalator accidents, tenant injuries, construction injuries, and other negligence claims. The firm strives to maximize compensation for clients' damages.
