Municipal Liability
Municipal Liability Attorney in New York City
The city has a responsibility to keep municipal property safe for its citizens and visitors. Likewise, the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) and Transit Authority (TA) are responsible for taking all reasonable steps to protect their passengers from harm.
At the Law Office of Stephen R. Krawitz, we take action for clients throughout the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Long Island. If you have been injured using public mass transit or on city property, please contact our Manhattan law firm now to discuss your case.
Turn to a Lawyer with Inside Perspective on City Duties and Policies
As a former attorney for New York City, Steve Krawitz is familiar with the city's policies and procedures. As City Attorney, he defended police brutality, slip-and-fall, and other municipal liability claims—gaining valuable insight into when a valid claim exists.
City Accidents—Subways—Buses—Police Brutality
Our lawyers are knowledgeable in the liability our municipality bears, and we have handled numerous claims against the TA or MTA. We handle personal injury and wrongful death cases arising from:
- Sidewalk falls, often involving a slip or trip due to uneven sidewalk, gaps, loose grids, or other defects
- Bus accidents, including those caused by sudden stops, and bus crashes
- Subway falls and other accidents such as a trip on defective steps, a subway train crash, or an assault in the subway as a result of negligent security
- Police brutality or prisoner abuse, as when a police officer or prison guard uses excessive force during your arrest or detention—or if a prisoner has been seriously injured or killed due to negligence by guards
- False arrest or malicious prosecution, which can cause considerable damage to an individual's reputation and even their career
In addition, our knowledge of municipality liability enables us to effectively pursue claims for people injured due to defective roads, faulty stop lights, city vehicles, or other property under the city's control.
You Must Act Quickly to Pursue a Claim Against the City
Liability claims against the municipality must be filed within a strict period of time. It is critical to consult an experienced lawyer right away. Please call 877-271-4315 now for your free consultation.
