GMR Partner Robert Stein successfully defended a homeowner on a lawsuit brought by a United States Postal Worker who alleged she slipped and fell on ice while delivering a package, resulting in a surgical procedure for torn ligaments and placement of fixation hardware in the ankle. Plaintiff alleged a dangerous accumulation of ice, of which […]
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GMR Wins Nassau County, NY Premises Liability Jury Trial
GMR Partner Warren Holland won a jury trial in favor of his homeowner clients. The plaintiff was a plumber who alleged he tripped on a sidewalk defect on the defendants’ property. Plaintiff tore his Achilles tendon and underwent two surgeries to correct the condition. The trial was held on liability only. The plaintiff alleged the defendants’ […]
GMR Wins Jury Defense Verdict in Essex County, NJ, for Defendant Sued for Camouflaging Pothole
GMR Partner Warren Holland defended a client in Essex County, NJ, who was sued when Plaintiff broke her foot and ankle after tripping on a pothole, which she claimed was camouflaged with leaves. She alleged she observed the defendant’s agents routinely blowing leaves into the street, violating a City ordinance. Although the nature and extent […]
GMR Obtains Summary Judgment in Westchester Case Filed after Slip and Fall Fractured Plaintiff’s Wrist
GMR Senior Associate Samantha Pullman prevailed on a motion for summary judgment dismissing all claims against our clients in a Westchester County slip-and-fall action. Plaintiff alleged that she slipped and fell on an unsecured rug while cleaning the clients’ home, resulting in a fractured wrist requiring surgery. Samantha argued that this accident could not have […]
GMR Wins Favorable Verdict for Homeowners in New Jersey Intentional Tort Jury Trial
GMR Senior Counsel Cory Bonk obtained a favorable jury verdict after a three-day trial in New Jersey. The plaintiff sued Bonk’s clients for multiple intentional torts, including malicious prosecution, false light/invasion of privacy, and emotional distress stemming from a dispute between neighbors. The plaintiff also sought punitive damages. Bonk successfully obtained summary judgment dismissals of […]