How can you tell if a staircase is dangerous?
On oil fields, job sites and in many other locations, slip-and-fall accidents on staircases are a frequent cause of injury. Many workers don’t take these risks all that seriously until it happens to them. But slipping or tripping and falling on the stairs can lead to...
4 common causes of slip-and-fall accidents
Slip-and-fall accidents can be dangerous. Someone that’s suffered from a slip and fall may experience medical complications to the head and spine. This could lead to permanent damage and tons of medical bills. Slip-and-fall accidents happen more often than people...
What can businesses do to reduce slip and fall incidents?
People should be safe in and around public buildings, whether as customers or workers. Unfortunately, some businesses fail to take proper measures to prevent accidents, particularly slip and fall incidents. An NFSI (National Floor Safety Institute) study shows that...
Can older people sue after a fall caused by unsafe conditions?
Anyone can suffer a serious fall if they slip on a wet surface or trip over an unexpected object or uneven surface. However, some people are more likely to fall – and to be seriously injured – than others. As people get older, for example, any one or more of a number...
Why do your shoes matter in a slip-and-fall case?
Slips, trips and falls can happen anywhere – to anyone. Commonly, people end up slipping and falling due to spills on a tile floor that haven’t been wiped up, but they can also happen due to loose carpeting and rugs, clutter left on the floor in walking areas and poor...