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Great point in that first paragraph. In the second paragraph, it's my understanding that you can't sue if there was no expectation of safety. If the path isn't cleared in the slightest, then you're not liable. I also know that in some areas the owner can just write into the lease "you guys have to clear the snow" and it becomes the tenant's responsibility.
Anyway, fucking, clear your sidewalks people, be nice.
You can sue for literally any reason you like in the US. Doesn't guarantee success of course and you might even end up being liable for court costs in addition to your own lawyer (if you hire one) but even if the lawsuit fails, being sued is a pain in the ass to begin with so why even open up the opportunity? Just shovel the damn snow or hire someone to take care of it especially if you are renting to disabled people.
Slumlords will downvote but fuck those assholes.