Blog: Slip and Fall

Slip and fall accident cases can be complicated, which is why it is so important to have the right types of evidence to support your claim. The burden of proof means that when you make an accusation, you are the one who has to prove that you are correct. Having enough evidence gives you the […]

Slip and fall accidents can result in painful, long-term injuries. Falling on a hip can lead to months of surgery and rehabilitation. Even a small bump to the head can cause a catastrophic brain injury. It might not be possible to stop every slip and fall accident from occurring. However, you can be more prepared […]

Big-box stores are fun places to shop and full of bargains, but they can also be hazardous. Often crowded with highly stacked merchandise, the potential for slip and fall accidents is higher in these stores. Slip and fall accidents are the most common type of accident in such stores. If the owner, store management team, […]

While sleet, snow, and ice make winter the most dangerous season for slip and fall accidents, spring is not completely devoid of potential hazards, especially after dark. In the early weeks of spring, daytime temperatures rise, melting snow and ice. Nighttime temperatures, however, can still drop below freezing, causing puddles and other wet surfaces to […]

A slip and fall accident is dangerous on any surface, but particularly on stairs. Stairway slip and falls can happen virtually anywhere. Every property will have a landlord, whether a private owner, government entity, corporation, association, or another group. Examples of properties where a slip and fall could occur include: Residential rental or leased properties. […]

People go to hospitals when they have an illness or injury that they cannot heal on their own. Although they are places of healing, hospitals can also be dangerous, with significant opportunities for slip and fall accidents. In the United States, slip and fall accidents account for 15 percent of all accidental deaths, second only […]

A grocery store can be a very dangerous place if the property owner and staff are inattentive and negligent in their duties. All commercial property owners are responsible for maintaining a safe store for their customers. Grocery stores in particular face many potentially hazardous situations on a daily basis that require immediate attention to maintain […]

Winter is a great time for winter sports, vacation, and family get-togethers. However, the winter months bring freezing temperatures that may cause you to slip and fall. Worrying about a snow and ice slip and fall accident can take away the excitement of winter activities. Before you bundle up in winter clothes, there are some […]

Most slip and fall accidents are minor and only cause bumps and bruises, but some people can suffer catastrophic injuries. Slip and fall accidents are the leading cause of brain injuries. Each year, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) account for 235,000 hospitalizations, and 80,000 to 90,000 people end up with lifelong disabilities. When a person slips […]

Black Friday is when retailers and other companies provide massive discounts on many popular items. Many workers have Black Friday off due to the Thanksgiving holiday the day before. Each year, many stores open early and have steep discounts on popular items, including electronics. Those big discounts typically draw in large crowds, and big crowds […]