Determining Store Liability
Many slip and fall accidents occur in your local grocery store, and where the store’s liability ends and begins can be tricky. The rule of thumb is that a store is liable for any hazard that it knew or should have known about. If that hazard caused a person’s injury, then the store could be […]
» Read More...February 13, 2018
Prevention Practices for Slip and Fall Accidents
Most of the methods businesses use to protect customers and passersby from slip and falls are not that effective. However, there are solutions when it comes to preventing slip and fall injuries. Certain techniques that are used for preventing slip and falls can make matters worse if they are not properly maintained. For example, non-skid […]
» Read More...January 29, 2018
Preventing Winter Slip and Fall Accidents
Winter weather brings a drop in temperatures, making it important to pay special attention to your surroundings. Water and rain can freeze over and create unsafe conditions, creating a greater potential for slip and fall injuries on a private or commercial property. While property owners and managers must make a reasonable effort to keep their […]
» Read More...January 10, 2018
City Liability for Sidewalk Slip & Fall Accident
Suing the government for damages caused by someone or something under its direct control is not easy, but it can be done. The city can be held liable for damages, including slip and fall accidents on sidewalks. These accidents can occur due to cracked or uneven pavement, and snow and ice accumulation in colder temperatures. […]
» Read More...December 18, 2017
Ankle Injuries After a Slip and Fall Accident
Victims can suffer severe injuries due to a slip and fall accident. Ankle injuries occur due to trauma on the ankle joint. The ankle joint is a complex system consisting of tendons, ligaments, and bones working together to allow mobility. The three main ankle bones are the tibia, fibula, and talus. The tibia and fibula […]
» Read More...November 28, 2017
Stair Injuries
Most people learn from an early age to use caution on stairs. However, research indicates that staircase injuries continue to increase. In a study published in the American Journal of Emergency Medicine, Dr. Gary Smith noted that stair injuries occur at any age. The study found that Americans average 38 stair injuries per 10,000 persons. […]
» Read More...November 22, 2017
Parking Lot Slip and Fall Accident at Barnes and Noble
A New Jersey man was recently awarded $600,000 for injuries he suffered after a slip and fall accident in the Barnes and Noble parking lot. The incident occurred two years ago, when the man went to a Barnes and Noble near Route 9 in Freehold Township, New Jersey. The man claimed that he slipped and […]
» Read More...October 26, 2017
Safe Halloween Decorating
Halloween is the time for all the creepy and crawly things to be on full display. Ghouls, spiders, cobwebs, and more will decorate homes and businesses alike. However, Halloween is also a time when property owners must be extra vigilant about preventing slip and fall accidents on their property. As a home or business owner, […]
» Read More...October 11, 2017
Common Spinal Injuries and Causes
Spinal cord injuries are commonly related to slip and fall accidents. Individuals over the age of 65 are at even greater risk of suffering a serious back injury or damage to the spinal cord in a slip and fall accident. Certain situations can increase the risk of falling for those of all ages, such as […]
» Read More...September 22, 2017
Senior Citizens’ Falls and Depression
One of the most common worries within the medical community is whether a senior citizen has become a fall hazard. Hospitals take multiple precautions to ensure that patients, especially older patients, do not fall while in their care. Falls in the United States cost about $30 billion a year. About one third of Americans aged […]
» Read More...August 31, 2017
