Where Slip and Fall Accidents Can Happen the Most
Posted by jmr on Mar 12, 2019 in Uncategorized | 0 comments Personal Injury Lawyer A slip and fall incident can arise anytime, and anywhere — whether you are at work, a friend’s place, a retail store or library. Tripping, slipping and taking a tumble can cause agonizing and expensive injuries. Those who are susceptible to the very worst injuries include children and seniors. In the United States, it is estimated that about 15% of deaths by accident are related to slip and falls. A lawyer understands just how much devastation and financial ruin a person who had taken such a fall may endure afterwards. We are here to tell you that you are not alone, and that we can help you fight for the restitution you deserve. If another person or party was responsible for the slip and fall, you may have the foundation for a successful lawsuit. Common Slip and Fall Hazards Properties, companies, retail stores, workplaces, apartments or other public places, must make an effort to keep the area reasonably safe for visitors. When a company or individual fails to provide a hazard-free environment, they could be putting visitors in grave danger. Here are some of the most common hazards that can cause a slip and fall accident to occur: Uneven or broken walking surfaces that lack warning signs Overly waxed or heavily mopped floors Loose rugs, curled mats and weak floorboards on stairs Parking lot potholes Spilled liquid or water puddles from rainy weather Grease or oil splashes that were not cleaned up thoroughly Unsalted ice on the walkway that leads to a property Debri, trash or retail products gathered on the floor Too bright of lighting that causes a glare Inadequate lighting that makes it difficult for visitors to see Fallen shelf or open desk drawers Odd transitions from one kind of surface to another (such as from concrete outside a store directly to smooth tile indoors, without a mat in between during wet weather) Weak handrail (or no handrail at all) installed along a stairway Getting Medical Attention A lawyer is likely to ask you if you have been seen by a doctor yet about your slip and fall injury. If you have not, then it may be time to do so as soon as possible. Not only it is a good idea to get checked out by a doctor, but you may want to file an incident report with the store or property that...read more