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Originally Posted by OMG!WTF!
I think I read somewhere that if you put signs out on the sidewalk or display goods outside in public space then you could be responsible for the sidewalk. Is that what you mean? In the case you provided as an example, the business was found not liable but it's unclear whether the sidewalk was part of their property or public. It just says in front of the building.
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It depends on a lot of factors.
In the case of a large hotel where pretty much only hotel patrons are using there sidewalk and they are being directed to that part of the sidewalk, I think you would have a strong case.
In the case of a small retail store on 17th avenue, probably not.
It's not black and white. However, these kinds of cases are fairly common. I handle some personal injury cases, but generally avoid slip and falls.