Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New York

Homeowner Liability

I have neighborhood kids that ride their bikes in my driveway and on my grass. They are not invited and in fact I have told them not to do this on my property. Am I liable for any injuries that occur on my property?


Asked on 8/07/06, 6:07 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Debra Palazzo Law Offices of Debra Palazzo, LLC

Re: Homeowner Liability

Since you are aware that these children trespass on your property, you will be liable if you know/should know of a dangerous condition on your property and a child gets hurt because of it. Such as, an open pit/storm drain, sharp objects, etc.

You may want to fence it off if possible.

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Answered on 8/07/06, 10:28 pm
David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Re: Homeowner Liability

They are trespassing. Your liability is to refrain from an open and notarious dangerous instrumentality likely to attract chidren

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Answered on 8/07/06, 6:55 pm


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