NAM Hearing Officers, Beth Alson, Esq., and Michael B. Titowsky, Esq., will provide an overview of cases and laws applicable to sidewalk trip, slip, and fall cases in the five boroughs, including a brief history of the evolution of sidewalk claims in New York City.

This presentation will also include a review of the current applicable New York City Administrative Code provisions, particularly Section 7-210, followed by a study of several cases covering the applicability and limitations of the Administrative Code.

Key learning outcomes and topics include:

• A detailed breakdown of NYC Administrative Code Section 7-210 and the shift of liability to abutting property owners.
• Analysis of Administrative Code Section 7-201, including the "Prior Written Notice" requirement and the history of Big Apple Pothole Maps.
• Snow and ice removal guidelines under Section 16-123, including the "storm in progress" doctrine and the four-hour rule.
• Exceptions to liability, specifically regarding owner-occupied one-, two-, and three-family residential homes.
• Case law reviews covering specific defect locations such as tree wells, curbs, bus stops, and pedestrian ramps.
• The doctrine of "Special Use" and liability regarding utility covers, gratings, and the 12-inch rule.
• Strategies for using evidence, including the admissibility and utility of Google Maps images.

Whether you represent plaintiffs or defendants, this course offers essential insights into evaluating exposure, identifying the correct parties to sue, and understanding the "quirks and nuances" of sidewalk litigation in the five boroughs.