Recent Publications - Christina M. Bezas


Can You Be Sued if Someone Slips and Falls on Your Property?
December 1, 2023 | General Liability

The holiday season is one of the most magical times of year in New York, filled with excitement and festive decorations. It is also one of the busiest, from holiday gatherings with friends and family to decorating and checking off the holiday shopping list. For many, the days of holiday shopping in bustling stores have

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Who Is Responsible for Property Damage after a Hurricane?
August 15, 2023 | General Liability

Long Island is especially beautiful in late summer and early autumn. The sizzling summer heat has started to fade, the leaves on the area’s stately trees are green, and the warm water temperatures continue to attract  beachgoers. It also is a time when the New York area typically experiences peak hurricane season. Hurricanes and other

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Can You Be Sued if a Worker is Injured on Your Property?
May 17, 2023 | General Liability

It is important to note that if a contractor or worker gets injured on your job, you may be held legally responsible.

Springtime not only brings warmer weather, luscious greenery, and colorful flowers to Long Island, but it is also the season when many homeowners begin construction and home improvement or renovation projects.

Depending on

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Keep the Yuletide Glowing Only in Your Heart
December 14, 2022 | Commercial Litigation

The holiday season is one of the most magical times of year in New York. The crisp winter air is filled with excitement as residents transform their homes with festive decorations, bright lights and Christmas trees. Although Christmas trees and holiday decorations bring great joy and holiday cheer, it is important for Lloyd Harbor residents

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The Potential Liabilities of an Inground Swimming Pool
August 17, 2022 | Commercial Litigation

Many of Long Island’s residents share a deep love for the area’s dreamy summers. From dense wooded hiking trails to quiet secluded beaches overlooking the Long Island Sound, the area offers residents the perfect environment to enjoy nature and summertime.

In addition to taking advantage of the Island’s coastal areas, many local residents seek respite

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What Do You Do if an Oil Tank Is Buried in Your Yard?
June 8, 2022 | Commercial Litigation

It is not uncommon for Lloyd Harbor residents to have old steel heating oil tanks buried in their yards. Although these underground tanks continue to successfully heat our homes, they do not last forever. They are not protected from corrosion and, as a result, can pose an expensive and unexpected risk to unsuspecting homeowners and

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Five Steps to Navigate Networking as a New Mom
February 7, 2022

Your life changes forever when you bring a baby into this world. As a new mom and young lawyer, I can say from experience that returning to the office after maternity leave is an adjustment.

Being fully committed to both your legal career and your new family is a challenge that requires organization, discipline, and

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What Do You Do When Your Tree Falls onto Your Neighbor’s Property?
February 3, 2022 | Commercial Litigation

We residents of Lloyd Harbor share a love for the area’s natural beauty, which has been successfully preserved through the Village’s zoning ordinances. Though the area’s stately and mature trees are desirable, storms and disease can make those trees hazardous, and disputes between neighbors can arise when trees fall. What do you do when your

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