You expect to leave a restaurant with a full stomach, not a catastrophic injury. But due to the nature of restaurant operations, you may be subject to inherent slip-and-fall risks around their premises. Some common hazards include wet and greasy surfaces, slippery substances, loose wires and uneven parking lot walkways. Therefore, restaurant owners owe you […]
Seeking Justice For The Injured
Why are elders at risk of severe fall injuries?
Everyone might slip and fall at some point in their life. Children or toddlers could fall as they learn to balance and walk properly. Athletes might tumble while competing or practicing. These individuals might suffer physical harm during these incidents, but they could be mild and require little to no medical care. However, other age […]
Did you slip and fall on government property?
Imagine running your errands on an average day without knowing that it’ll be fateful when you must contemplate suing the government for your tragic slip-and-fall injuries on their property. Your slip-and-fall incident may have occurred in government-owned and -maintained locations such as offices or buildings, public sidewalks, libraries and parks. If you’re strong-willed to pursue […]
Should I visit my doctor after a slip and fall?
Slip and fall injuries might not always seem serious, but sometimes they necessitate a hospital trip. If you experience the following signs and symptoms, seeing your doctor can help preempt severe complications. Popping or snapping sound If you heard a popping or snapping noise during or immediately after your fall, it is possible that you […]
How to avoid winter slips and falls
As winter approaches the danger of slips and falls increases. Even in sunny Florida, rain, snow, and sleet make surfaces slippery and more dangerous. However, there are things that you can do to ensure that you stay safe. Have a plan Be knowledgeable of weather conditions and wait for bad weather to improve before going […]
Common causes of slip and fall accidents in the workplace
Employees of Florida businesses expect their workplaces to be safe. However, slips, trips and falls are common accidents at work. These are the main causes of such incidents. Wet floors Workplace floors could be wet for a number of reasons. It could be due to mopping, spills or rain from outdoors when someone walks in […]
How is fault proven in slip and fall cases?
Anyone in Florida can suffer injuries from a slip and fall accident. In that situation, if you file a personal injury claim, you must know how to prove fault. Determining fault in slip and fall cases Negligence on the part of a property owner is the focal point of slip and fall cases. Although these […]
Where do most slip and fall accidents commonly take place?
Life is full of surprises, some of which can be unpleasant. An example of this situation is a slip and fall accident. One minute you’re standing or walking, the next minute you’re on the ground and in considerable pain. Considering that, it’s good to know where many people slip and fall. If you want to […]
Stay on your feet while working as a nurse
While working as a nurse in Florida, you might notice that there are times when it’s difficult to get your footing in certain situations. Since slips and falls are common incidents that occur in the healthcare setting that could result in an injury, it’s important to know a few ways that they can be prevented. […]