Legal Question in Personal Injury in New York

Law Enforcement Negligence

Is there a strong case in this scenario? 911 was called by neighbors around 7:45 AM due to a disturbance that was overheard involving a husband a wife. The police never answered the call; however, they called back the neighbor who initially made the call @ 10:45AM to find out what was the problem. During that time the wife was unlawfully imprisoned by her husband. In conclusion the husband set fire to the house around 12:20 PM. The wife suffered a broken nose and a sprained ankle from escaping out the window with only the clothes on her back. Is this case worth pursuing?


Asked on 12/01/06, 2:28 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Jason Stern Law Offices of Jason Stern

Re: Law Enforcement Negligence

Assuming your facts are correct, the City could be liable for her injuries. Please contact me via email if you wish to discuss this matter further.

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Answered on 12/01/06, 2:31 pm
Stephen Loeb Law Office of Stephen R. Loeb

Re: Law Enforcement Negligence

Against whom? Against the police or 911 the case would be a loser.

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Answered on 12/01/06, 2:31 pm


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