Slip & Fall Accidents: The Danger Lurking In Autumn Leaves
Autumn is a beautiful time of year, but it’s not without its fair share of hazards. Taking a moment to bask in all of the golden foliage and autumnal beauty is a must, but among the bursting colors there is still a need for caution and care. Fallen leaves can cause surfaces to be slippery, and may also cover up hazardous flaws on the ground, including potholes and cracks in the pavement. Leaf cover can…
Can You Sue The Government For A Slip And Fall?
There have been numerous incidents where slip and fall accidents have caused serious injury in government-owned buildings and other facilities. Public transit locations are notorious for the danger they pose to the public. Uneven ground in parks and public sidewalks has caused several slip and fall accidents. Wet floors or floor mats have caused people to trip, slip and fall. If you’re ever injured and you feel the government is at fault, you may wonder…
What Happens If I Slip And Fall In A Retail Store?
In 2016, 3.3 percent of all full-time retail workers experienced an illness or injury related to the workplace. Noting that 3.3 out of every 100 workers was injured does not sound ominous until you realize that it is the highest injury rate in the corporate world. That 3.3 percent of workers being injured is even more than the construction industry, and many people consider the construction industry to be far more dangerous than working in…
Don’t Let Slip and Falls Scare You This Halloween
Halloween is intended to be scary. From ghoulish costumes for trick-or-treating to haunted houses, the entire idea behind this holiday is to scare or to be scared. That being said, Halloween was never meant to be a day of accidents. Yet, this holiday seems to have the highest record of slip, trip, and fall accidents. Whether you are inviting friends over to your home and serving candy or going out to take kids trick-or-treating, it…
Using Homeowner’s Insurance For Slip & Fall Accidents
The last thing you want when you have a visitor or worker in your home is an injury accident, but it does happen. When someone experiences a slip and fall accident at your home, who is responsible for paying the bills? If you are taken to court, do you pay the expenses and settlement or does your home owner’s insurance? The homeowners in Philadelphia need to understand how this process works so they can make…
Increasing Worker Knowledge About Slip, Trip, & Falls
As a general rule, construction companies want to increase workplace safety while decreasing construction accidents. Until recently, safety training was usually very generic and focused on important topics but in very general ways. There has been a recent focus on slip, trip, and fall accidents in construction workplaces and the study of motion, of the gait of a worker, is the central theme of these new studies. It is possible to reduce slip and fall…
Compensation After a Slip and Fall in a Hotel
Vacations are usually fun. It is a time to move away from the routine pressure of life, visit new and exciting sites or relax by the pool at a hotel. You usually expect to be safe when enjoying a hotel, whether you are there for business or even pleasure. Unfortunately, a slip and fall accident may happen any time anywhere in a luxury establishment. After suffering a severe injury from the falling, you may incur…
When Places Of Healing Hurt
When people go to the hospital or put loved ones into assisted living facilities, the last thing they would expect would be to facing a slip and fall incident. Even in a medical facility that is run by experts and has many different rules put in place to prevent accidents, things can happen. If you do get injured in a medical facility, it is important to remember that it is a personal injury situation just…
Staying Safe From Water-Related Slip and Fall Accidents This Summer
It’s the dog days of summer. With temperatures reaching their highest peaks of the year, it’s important to stay cool. Fortunately, the Philadelphia area offers a variety of water-related activities that are great for cooling off from the sweltering heat and humidity of mid to late summer in the city. Whether you’re going to a waterpark, beach, resort, or other water destination to cool off, it’s important to make sure you and your family stay…
Former NFL Star Reggie Bush Awarded $12.5 Million In Slip and Fall Lawsuit
In a case that could have future implications for professional athlete injuries, former NFL star running back Reggie Bush was awarded $12.5 million in damages over a slip and fall injury that occurred during a game in 2015. After returning a punt, Bush’s momentum carried him off the field. He continued running until he slipped and fell on an unprotected section of concrete on the sidelines, tearing the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left…
Is Your Workplace Safeguarded From Preventable Fall Hazards?
Workplace safety should be something that’s strived for constantly. Part of being a responsible business owner is making sure that your employees and customers are always safe and that your business is free of preventable hazards which could lead to serious accidents and injuries. Even if your workplace already has a safety plan in place, it’s good to hold regular safety reviews and determine if there’s anything more you can do to keep your business…
How Long Does It Take To Resolve A Slip And Fall Lawsuit In Pennsylvania?
If you’ve recently been injured after slipping and falling on someone else’s property, such as a home, business, school, hospital, or anywhere else, you may be wondering about your legal rights. Accidents happen, but sometimes they only happen because of negligence. When a dangerous condition ends up causing an accident with serious injuries, the victims of those injuries deserve financial support for the damages related to the accident. It’s common for people in this situation…
Are Schools Liable For Student Slip And Fall Injuries?
According to the Centers for Disease Control, about 9.2 million children visit emergency rooms each year for unintentional injuries. Since our children spend the bulk of their days at school, this means our schools are common locations for child injuries. It’s important for administrators and staff to make sure their schools are safe environments and that the risk of preventable injuries is kept to a minimum. However, sometimes kids get injured in slip and fall…
NYC Men Charged In Slip And Fall Scam
From 2013 to 2018, the patients of a former New York City chiropractor would have never suspected that he was masterminding a slip and fall accident scam that would total almost $31 million in claims. But that is exactly what happened, and there was plenty of shock to go around when the doctor was arrested in April 2018. The details of the fraudulent claim ring that expanded to four more primary participants and a list…
A Magic Show Turns Dangerous
On November 12, 2013, a British tourist in Las Vegas got the chance of a lifetime to be a part of an illusion by world famous magician David Copperfield. The trick is the iconic final illusion of Copperfield’s long-running Las Vegas show where random audience members disappear from the stage and wind up at the back of the auditorium. On this particular evening something went wrong, and now the slip and fall injury that occurred…
Sports And Gym Slip And Fall Accidents
One would think that in a world where sweat, water, and obstacles are commonplace that there would be a major problem with slip and fall hazards. But the world of sports and exercise does an excellent job of making sure that most of the professional sports venues and exercise gyms are safe. With so much going on in a gym or sports venue, a slip and fall accident is unfortunately inevitable. The secret is to…
The Slippery Slope Of Premises Liability
What happens when you fall in a public place? There are several levels of responsibility that go along with using public places, and both you and the property owner share in those responsibilities. Before we can judge who is responsible in a slip and fall accident on public property, we have to understand all of the conditions surrounding a personal injury and how civil courts determine negligence. Your Status On A Public Property When it…
Restaurant Slip And Fall Accidents
A restaurant is an extremely dynamic place that is constantly full of slip and fall hazards for workers and guests. For the workers, the kitchen and storage areas are havens for grease, cleaning solutions, and water. While restaurants work hard to keep slip and fall hazards out of the restaurant dining room, patrons are still exposed to spills near the kitchen, water on the floor, and cleaning solutions used to clean up spills. It might…
Workplace Slip And Fall Dangers: Firefighters
Firefighters assume certain risks when they respond to an emergency call that can make it difficult for them to receive compensation for slip and fall accidents. A firefighter who is at a fire scene that is immersed in bad weather could slip on an aluminum ladder, or they could slip and fall on the ice created by the water they are using to fight the fire. Communities all over the country are finding new ways…
The Dangers In Deliveries
In 2015, 745 truck drivers were killed while working on the job. This statistic includes all types of truck drivers, but it helps to emphasize the dangers delivery drivers face every day. While every company is interested in enhancing worker safety, the average delivery driver faces challenges that make avoiding serious injuries difficult. Concerns with traffic, the elements, and potential theft of goods while doing a delivery all play a role in making the job…
Don’t Have A Blue Christmas Due To A Slip And Fall
Christmas allows you to enjoy great food, time with family and friends, shopping and just being in a festive mood. But, Christmas can also bring bad weather. Whether you’re dreaming of a white Christmas or a bright sunny day, this is the time to be cautious. According to the National Floor Safety Institute, falls account for approximately eight million emergency room visits per year. You are at a significantly higher risk of becoming a victim…
How Are Slip And Fall Settlements Determined?
A settlement in a slip and fall case is usually not a number made up from thin air. When a lawyer works on a lawsuit settlement, they will usually use the same criteria that the courts would use to put together a personal injury award. There are several types of settlements that can be offered, and some settlements can even be a combination of many different options. The simplest way to understand how much your…
What Happens If I Slip And Fall In Someone’s House?
If you are injured as a result of a slip and fall at a private residence, you may be able to file a lawsuit against the homeowner’s insurance policy or pursue legal action to receive compensation for your injuries. The National Floor Safety Institute states that slip and falls account for over one million emergency room visits per year. Since slip and falls are fairly common and usually result in some type of injury, it…
Autumn Leaves Can Be Pretty, Pretty Dangerous
The trees in Philadelphia blossom with color when the autumn leaves arrive. The colors are bright and festive, and the leaves eventually wind up falling to the ground and creating a slip and fall hazard. As the autumn rains pick up when the calendar gets closer to winter, the wet leaves become more of a problem. The problem with wet autumn leaves is more than just the occasional injured pedestrian who slips and falls. The…
Beware Of Halloween Slip And Fall Accidents
While kids are thinking of candy, costumes, and trick or treating, parents need to be thinking about pedestrian safety and the potential for accidents. Halloween night is a time when a lot of people are out walking from house to house, and it is also a time when people tend to get injured. Philadelphia weather in late October can be treacherous for walking, so parents need to be aware of the potential for slip and…