Municipalities are liable for injuries that occur on their property due to their negligence. They are also liable for the misconduct of their employees, such as police officers and firemen, who are acting in the course of their duties. In certain circumstances municipalities may also be liable to students for injuries occurring at school.

Municipalities, such as the City of New York, are given protections not afforded to other defendants who cause personal injuries. For example, a Notice of Claim against many municipalities must be made within 90 days of the date of occurrence. If this Notice of Claim is not timely filed, the plaintiff may be precluded from suing the municipality. Therefore, upon becoming injured by a municipality, legal representation must be sought immediately. 

An experienced attorney is needed to navigate though this treacherous area of the law. Gregory J. Cannata & Associates has had a long history of success representing plaintiffs bringing an array of claims against New York municipalities ranging from poorly maintained school facilities to police misconduct.

We also represent many municipal workers when they are injured. Unlike other workers, New York City uniformed employees and teachers are permitted to sue their municipal employer and co-workers for injuries which occur on the job.