Winter is not the only season with slip and fall risks, even though it often gets the most attention. Summer has just as much potential to throw hazards in your way that lead to a serious fall. Sliptech explains many people do not give much concern to slip and falls...
While slipping and falling may not result in an injury for most young people, falling can be much more severe for people 65 and older. In fact, falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injuries for older adults according to the Centers for Disease Control....
After getting injured in a building or store, you may worry that there is not enough proof to show the store owner was at fault for the accident. In order to combat that, it is important to learn more about what possible arguments there are for slip and falls. Common...
It is likely that if somebody asked you to picture a hazardous work environment, you would think of a construction site or a quarry. However, construction sites are not the most hazardous when it comes to slips and falls. The real culprit may surprise you. According...
Severe injuries in truck or motor vehicle collisions are a real possibility. The phrase "any one you walk away from" is cold comfort to anyone who, due to a spinal cord injury (SCI), suddenly cannot. SCIs are some of the most devastating injuries with wide-spread...
A slip and fall accident might not seem like a major event. Even when injuries occur, most people would assume them to be relatively minor, like bruises. Occasionally, more serious injuries, such as a fracture, might occur. While this might be the case for younger...
Pennsylvania business owners and managers have a broad range of responsibilities, from increasing sales to managing budgets and staff. However, a crucial part of their duties includes keeping their customers safe. If you slip and fall while at a business, they may be...
While many slip-and-fall accidents occur outside, inside slip-and-fall incidents also are common. Learning what areas are most dangerous while shopping or maintaining a building is important for owners. Staircases Stairs with rough edges or otherwise slippery surfaces...
Injuries or deaths from slipping, tripping, and falling in the workplace are preventable, yet each year the accidents account for the most common reason for missing work. According to the National Floor Safety Institute, 85 percent of workers' compensation claims come...
If you have been hurt in an accident, you may be thinking about pursuing compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. If you have already begun doing your research, you have probably encountered the phrase “contingency basis.” This blog post will explain what this...