Blog: Premises Liability

The responsibilities of a property owner to keep their area safe extends beyond that of keep walking areas clear of debris. Inadequate lighting can be the cause of serious slip and fall accidents. It may be easy to take lighting for granted, but poor lighting can effectively hide obstructions that would cause someone to slip […]

Slip and fall accidents are all too common. Injuries from such accidents may range in severity from minor cuts and scrapes to broken bones to partial or total paralysis. Some of the most common causes of slip and fall accidents include wet, slippery surfaces; poor footwear lacking the needed traction for the surface; poor visibility; […]

Slip and fall accidents are one of the more common causes for emergency room visits in the United States and can lead to a variety of long-term injuries. It is important to be aware of your rights in the event of a slip and fall accident, especially when the accident occurs on a property you […]

A slip and fall accident can cause a victim to suffer severe injuries. In some cases, these injuries can be life-threatening. In others, they can leave the victim disabled for a prolonged period of time, possibly permanently, and require them to undergo extensive medical treatment. Fortunately, victims may be able to recover compensation for injury-related […]

Slip and fall accidents are dangerous for everybody, but children are at a greater risk of being seriously injured in a fall. This is partly because children lack the experience needed to properly judge a potentially dangerous situation and take appropriate precautions. Children under five years of age can fit through gaps as small as […]

Schools and college campuses are a place where people of all ages come together in many different settings. There are students, teachers, staff, and visitors using parking lots, playgrounds, sports facilities, cafeterias, and sometimes even swimming pools. Much of the population of the school moves about during scheduled class changes. In other words, large numbers […]