Slip & Fall
An Alarming increase in Fatal Slip and Fall Accidents Among Seniors
Slip and fall accidents can happen to anyone, regardless of gender or age. There are, however, certain populations that do tend to be involved in these kinds of accidents more often than others. Seniors, for instance, or those who are over the age of 65 years old, are injured at a much higher rate… Read More »
Time Limits for Filing a Slip and Fall Claim in Georgia
Being injured in an accident can leave victims grappling with a lot of different and equally important things at once. They may, for instance, need to obtain medical care and follow through with a treatment plan, all while arranging to take time off from work, making plans for childcare, and staying current on household… Read More »
Dangerous Stairs, Walkways, and Ramps
Stairs, walkways, and ramps are a common installation on most public structures, serving the valuable purpose of improving accessibility. Unfortunately, when these areas aren’t carefully designed, built with the right materials, or maintained properly, they can end up posing a risk to visitors. Errors and Oversights Can Result in Hazardous Stairs, Walkways, and Ramps … Read More »
Did You Suffer a Hip Injury in a Slip and Fall Accident?
The types of injuries that a slip and fall accident victim can sustain are wide ranging, including everything from strains and bruising to broken bones and dislocations. These kinds of injuries can be debilitating, leaving accident victims unable to work while they recover and sometimes, forced to suffer with permanent disability. If you or… Read More »
Common Slip And Fall Injuries
Even those who use the greatest care in their day-to-day lives could end up the victim of a slip and fall accident because of someone else’s negligence. In fact, millions of people seek emergency medical care every year in the U.S. because of unintentional falls. The injuries sustained in these kinds of accidents can… Read More »
Filing An Incident Report Can Help Your Slip And Fall Claim
Property owners who invite others on to their premises must take steps to keep that property safe and those who fail to do so can be held liable for an accident victim’s damages. Proving negligence on the part of the property owner can, however, end up being more difficult than expected. Fortunately, there are… Read More »
Wet Floor Slip And Fall Accidents
Even those who are wearing the right shoes or who aren’t prone to falling could easily slip on a wet floor. While many slip and fall victims chalk these accidents up to their own carelessness and go on to contend with the consequences on their own, doing so isn’t always the best course of… Read More »
Wintertime Slip And Fall Accidents In Parking Lots
Wintertime can be dangerous, not just for drivers when the roads get slick, but also for pedestrians, especially those in parking lots. Fortunately, individuals who slip and fall in a parking lot because of ice or another dangerous hazard, could be entitled to compensation for their losses if there is evidence that the property… Read More »
What To Do After A Slip And Fall Accident
Slip and fall accidents can occur just about anywhere and at any time. Many victims, for instance, are hurt at work, while others slip and fall in public spaces, or even in the home of a friend. Regardless of where an accident occurs, victims may encounter resistance when trying to recover compensation for their… Read More »
Some Of The Most Common Causes Of Slip And Fall Accidents
It is not uncommon for slip and fall victims to assume that they were at fault for their accidents. This, however, is not always true. In fact, if the property owner failed to take steps to keep the premises safe, he or she could be held liable for the victim’s accident-related losses. We’ve included… Read More »
