Skilled Legal Advocacy For Various Tenant Injuries
Tenant injuries in rental properties can lead to difficult situations involving liability and compensation. Understanding the responsibilities of landlords and tenants, as well as the legal options available to injured parties, is crucial.
Were you injured in a rental property? I, Richard Connors, Attorney at Law, can guide you through the process of determining fault, negotiating with landlords or insurance companies, and pursuing fair compensation for your injuries.
Injuries Can Happen When Landlords Are Negligent
Landowners are responsible for the upkeep of their apartment buildings. In addition to fixing leaky faucets or broken appliances, landlords also have a bigger responsibility – preventing tenant injuries by ensuring their buildings are safe. Apartment units and rental properties in Lynn must be well-maintained. This means:
- Electrical wiring meets installation requirements.
- Floors, walls and ceilings are structurally sound.
- Stairways and handrails are sturdy and safe, and have proper lighting.
- Hallways and units are free from fire hazards.
- Working smoke and fire alarms are installed.
- All doors and windows have working locks.
When landlords fail to maintain the safety of their buildings, they could be responsible for any injuries that happen because of their actions (or lack thereof).
What Should You Do If A Landlord Fails To Maintain Safe Property?
If you suffered an injury while you were on apartment building property, you should contact an experienced lawyer who knows the state sanitary code, as well as the laws applying to landlord negligence in properly maintaining property.
An experienced attorney can help you take your claim to the Housing Court or District Court, depending on which is best suited to your situation. When you contact me – Richard Connors, Attorney at Law – that is exactly what you will find.
I have decades of experience protecting individuals’ legal rights in Massachusetts landlord-tenant cases. More importantly, however, I am committed to empowering my clients at every step of the process. I’ll skip the legal jargon, and explain your rights and options regarding landlord liability in language that makes sense.
Let Me Be Your Legal Representative
Learn more about your rights by scheduling a free initial consultation. Contact me through my online form or by calling 781-926-3353.