Category Archives: Premises Liability
The Truth about the McDonald’s Hot Coffee Case
By Daniel E DAngelo Esq on September 17, 2012
Most people have heard about the woman who sued McDonald’s after she spilled hot coffee in her lap and scalded herself. The case is some times referred to as the McDonald’s coffee case or hot coffee case. This well-known but […] …read more
Don’t be intimidated by the exculpatory clause in your apartment lease.
By Daniel E DAngelo Esq on September 14, 2012
The “exculpatory clause,” “hold harmless clause,” or “indemnification clause” in your form residential apartment lease that states your landlord is not liable to you or your guests except for acts of gross negligence most likely does not protect your landlord […] …read more
