Injure in a Slip and Fall Accident? Call an Attorney Now!
Slip and falls account for nearly 8 million hospital emergency room visits each year, representing the leading cause of visits (21.3%). Although not all slip and fall accidents result in fatalities, the majority, especially those involving the elderly, cause serious injuries to the victims. If you or a loved one fell on another party’s premises… Continue reading Injure in a Slip and Fall Accident? Call an Attorney Now!
The 411 on New Jersey Slip and Fall Accidents
In New Jersey, both private and public property owners have a legal duty to maintain their properties in a reasonably safe manner for visitors. This duty of care applies differently depending on the status of the visitor. For example, a retail owner owes a greater degree of duty to their customers than a homeowner does… Continue reading The 411 on New Jersey Slip and Fall Accidents
A “Little” Fall Downstairs Can Change Your Life
Life comes with its share of ups and downs. And, when you fall downstairs, the phrase takes on even more of a literal meaning. In some cases, it becomes a near death experience. At the very least, cascading downstairs represents more than a minor inconvenience. And, it doesn’t matter if you fall indoors or outside.… Continue reading A “Little” Fall Downstairs Can Change Your Life
Slipping and Falling on Ice Can Be Frightening
New Jersey weather can be a bit confusing as temperatures continue to rise and fall. Put that together with any amount of precipitation, and you have the potential for disaster. From one week to the next, there’s no telling if you’ll find it raining or snowing. However, one thing is certain. The prospect of slipping… Continue reading Slipping and Falling on Ice Can Be Frightening
Uneven Sidewalks and Cracks: What Happens if You Fall?
More than likely, you remember the old childhood rhyme. The idea was to skip over a crack in the sidewalk to avoid “breaking your mother’s back.” However, fast forward to now, and it’s actually your own well being that is undoubtedly a concern. What happens if you fall because of uneven sidewalks or defective cracks… Continue reading Uneven Sidewalks and Cracks: What Happens if You Fall?
Slip and Fall Accidents at Construction Sites
Construction workers and visitors to construction site face many hazards. Slips and falls at a construction site may arise from any number of circumstances, including broken walkways and steps, debris and equipment on the ground, and wet surfaces. Contractors, supervisors, and property owners often fail to warn workers and visitors about the hazards. Construction sites… Continue reading Slip and Fall Accidents at Construction Sites
