If you slip, fall, or are otherwise injured in a store, you may have a valid legal claim against that business. Whether it’s a big box nationwide chain like Target or Costco, a grocery chain like Giant, or a local gas station or hospital, any business that welcomes the public onto their premises has a legal duty to keep them “reasonably” safe. Therefore, customers who are involved in slip-and-fall accidents where they are injured may...
READ MORETwo million; this is the number of floor falls injuries reported per year. This represents 25% of all fall injuries reported to emergency rooms in a year. These statistics are according to the national floor safety institute, and they show a glimpse of just how correct floor maintenance is important in the 21st century. Slip-trip-and-fall accidents are mainly caused by the following factors: Wet floors and poorly cleaned floors Floor contamination with dry residue such...
READ MOREHave you ever walked down the sidewalk in your neighborhood and you’ve noticed things like uneven stones, cracks, holes and maybe even roots and bushes growing up through the sidewalk. If you are actively looking for these things you can often avoid them, but not necessarily. After all, you expect the ground under your feet to be solid and smooth, so why would you be looking for it not to be? Well, what happens when...
READ MOREThe Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports that roughly 213,000 slip and fall injuries occur in the workplace each year. Over 600 of these are fatal accidents. If you have ever slipped and fell at work you’ve probably seen the benefits of having worker’s compensation firsthand. You were likely able to get your medical bills paid for, get some money for missing out on work and maybe a little extra for your pain and suffering. In the...
READ MOREAutumn is a beautiful season; but equally dangerous. We all appreciate the beauty around us during the autumn season from the colorful leaves to the pumpkin-spiced fragrances, it is undeniably splendid. However, it is a season that can be fraught with danger as the chances of falling are heightened. Fallen leaves obscure slip risks on the ground. Wet leaves create slippery, dangerous surfaces without grip that make slipping and falling more likely. When left to pile...
READ MOREIn November of 2012, two young women entered Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen located on Lee Street in Fulton County. As their order would take a moment to prepare, the two women stepped back from the counter to wait for their order to be called. When it was, one of the women, plaintiff Christian Miller, stepped forward to pick it up, stepping on a wet mat. Upon stepping on the mat, it slid beneath her and Christian...
READ MORESteps and staircases are trip and fall hazards for numerous reasons. It’s easy to trip or fall on a set of stairs if the staircase is in dire need of repair or if there’s something on the stairs, obstructing the pathway down. Every year, thousands of people trip or fall down stairs and the cause of the trip or fall could vary. It could be a simple accident due to the misjudgment or miscalculation of...
READ MOREA slip and fall injury can be devastating to your current lifestyle. The injuries from the fall may need more than immediate medical treatment. When the fall is due to another person’s negligence you may want to take the time to evaluate your injuries to seek fair compensation for your injuries. Falling on a wet floor, poorly maintained set of stairs, or an icy sidewalk could create a life altering medical issue. Symptoms of Back...
READ MOREIt is no surprise that liability is a big issue in today’s lawsuit economy. People are suing at an alarming rate, resulting in new laws and an added sense of caution on the part of local business owners and government officials. After a high school administrator was awarded a $5 million settlement for a slip and fall injury she received in North Philadelphia, others are beginning to think about their own potential for lawsuit. Administrator...
READ MOREWhen one thinks about the possibilities of slipping and doing a public face plant in front of complete strangers, the treacherous conditions of winter immediately come to mind. Perhaps that is why we let our guard down once the temperatures start to rise, but common summertime slip and fall accidents have the potential to disrupt the summer dreams you harbored all last winter while carefully navigating icy patches of pavement. The fact remains however, summertime...
READ MORESlip and fall settlements are among the most common settlements awarded to plaintiffs who have suffered serious, long-term injuries from the negligence of another. In some slip and fall cases, millions of dollars have been awarded to cover present and future medical costs as well as pain and suffering. 5 Notable Slip and Fall Settlements 1. In July 2004, an elderly hospital patient named Matthew Harris broke his hip when he slipped and fell in...
READ MOREMany of our clients question how long the legal process will take if they choose to pursue legal action against the party responsible for their slip and fall accident. There is no short answer to this question, because every accident is different, and determining how best to present your case takes time. The Process of Filing A Civil Lawsuit A civil lawsuit is filed when one party believes that another party has harmed them in some way....
READ MORESlips and falls happen to everyone, however, some instances are quite embarrassing such as the celebrity kind when they are walking the red carpet, in front of fans, photographers, and many other stars. While some celebrities can manage to make a stumble look cool, others are less talented when it comes to bouncing back after a fall. Here are several celebrity red carpet slip and falls. Memorable Red Carpet Falls 1. Adrien Brody During the 2003 Met...
READ MOREIt is no secret that driveways and sidewalks get damaged during the snowy winter season. The spring season has just started, and many property owners have found their nearby sidewalks shifted and cracked, and driveways laced with potholes. It is very common for people to fall on uneven or broken sidewalks, or to step into a sidewalk pothole they did not think was there. Harsh weather conditions sometimes make ones footing slightly higher than the other...
READ MORESlip and fall injuries are very common and can lead to very bad personal injuries. Something as minor as a mat in public areas can result in severe injuries. Proper positioning of mats in public places prevents you from the hassle and outlay of injuries sustained after tripping and falling because of a poorly positioned mat. Floor mats are one of the primary ways to avoid slip and fall accidents. Placing doormats at the entry...
READ MOREConstruction sites can be dangerous places. Whether activity on a site is boisterous and confusing, filled with distractions and dangers, or it’s a quiet scene waiting for something to happen, slips, trips and falls can happen. In fact, slip, trip and falls cause 15% of all accidental deaths, according to OSHA. The following types of construction site accidents can be dangerous, even fatal. Slips In Wet Areas Dangerous slips can happen when an area in...
READ MOREEvery day accidents happen. Often, those accidents happen to good people, but occasionally they happen to more nefarious individuals, those with criminal intent. Regardless of the quality of person affected by an accident, it is often determined to be the result of negligence or carelessness by someone else. In this modern world, responsibility is almost always placed, resulting in lawsuits, settlements and litigation. One way or the other, someone is held responsible. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Held...
READ MOREWilliam H. Macy and Felicity Huffman, Hollywood’s renowned couple, were slapped with a slip and fall lawsuit after a woman slipped and fell off from the staircase of their house. According to a TMZ report, the woman who had been visiting the celebrity couple in their home filed the lawsuit after falling off the couple’s staircase and sustaining injuries. Why They Got Sued Lourdes Orozco sued the famous couple for the serious personal injuries she allegedly...
READ MOREFashion shows can be a lot of fun if you’re into that sort of thing. For some people, it’s not the modeling part that deserves the attention, but some claim the best part of a prestigious runway show is watching one of those self-assured models take a tumble. Some of these falls can be quick and flawless, to the point of not even thinking twice about it, but some of these falls have gone down...
READ MORESlip and falls are especially worrying because they can happen to anyone anywhere. The weather doesn’t have to be icy or snowy to cause a fall. It is certain that most of us will suffer slip or fall at some point in our lives even the celebrities are not exceptional. In most cases, when a celebrity is a victim of slip and fall, people find it shocking and amusing to say the least, even the die-hard...
READ MOREWhenever you have to walk around icy parking lots and on the paths between buildings, it will require some special walking attention in order to avoid slipping and falling. Slips and falls have contributed to various levels of injuries during the winter season. Even if the sidewalks and the parking lots have been cleared of the ice or snow during winter, the slip tendency can never be entirely eliminated and people walking outdoors might still encounter slippery...
READ MORESlip resistant shoes are something that many employers require and their employees wear. We talked previously, about the different environments slip resistant shoes are necessary here. In this blog we will talk about the correct slip resistant shoe design. A slip resistant shoe becomes a necessity when conditions may change quickly or may differ from place to place. Floors that are often wet or oily present distinct challenges that can make a work place dangerous....
READ MOREUnder normal circumstances, finding a floor that is 100 percent fall-proof is very rare, but you don’t want to risk slipping or falling for this reason – falls can be fatal or lead to a permanent injury. It is the responsibility of the owner of the property to have their floors made to grip a shoe and safeguard a walker. Moreover, it is also in their interest to make those floors attractive and beautiful which...
READ MOREA slip and fall case is winnable. It’s important to know, though, that these are very difficult cases to win. The fact is, most of the time, when a person falls, he or she is able to get right back up and back to their daily lives. You may have a bruised ego or a bump on the head, but you are overall okay. This is not the type of slip and fall case that...
READ MOREWintertime can be a fun time of year. The weather is cold and snowy, making enjoyable activities like skiing and sitting in front of a toasty fire while enjoying a hot cup of cocoa a possibility. Unfortunately, wintertime can bring its fair share of danger, as well. There is a greater likelihood of your becoming involved in a car accident due to snowy and icy roads. According to research, approximately 116,000 Americans are injured on the...
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