In New Jersey, landlords have a duty to keep their property reasonably safe for renters and their visitors. That means routine inspections and repairs as needed and do what is necessary to keep the property free of hazards. If someone is hurt in a slip and fall accident that could have been prevented, the landlord[…] Read More
Category: Slip and Fall
What Are Common Causes of Holiday Slip and Fall Accidents in Retail Stores?
Slip and fall accidents in retail stores can be very serious and may result in severe injuries. It is important to know that injuries can appear or worsen overtime. Holiday slip and fall accidents become an issue when there is a great deal of merchandise in the stores, overflow of products and displays, people, messy[…] Read More
How Can You Avoid a Trip and Fall This Black Friday?
The day after Thanksgiving, also known as Black Friday, is famous for having the big discounts retailers offer. Shoppers can purchase otherwise costly or hard-to-find items. Black Friday is also infamous for injuries people incur. Shoppers, excited at the prospect of a bargain, visit stores in great numbers. Crowd control and maintaining safety standards becomes[…] Read More
What Steps Should I Take After a Slip and Fall on a Commercial Property?
Commercial property owners are responsible for maintaining reasonably safe premises for visitors. When a dangerous condition exists, the people in charge must act in a reasonable manner to protect others while addressing the danger. For example, a spill is a common occurrence in the customer areas of a busy grocery store. The store’s staff should[…] Read More
I Fell at the Gym. Who Is Liable?
Going to the gym is a great way to stay active and healthy. No one expects to get hurt while working out. Yet, slip and fall accidents at the gym are more common than you might think. Hundreds of thousands of people are injured every year while exercising, with many of these injuries happening at[…] Read More
What Are Common Summertime Slip and Fall Accidents?
Summer is the time to venture outdoors and enjoy your favorite warm-weather activities and events. However, an unfortunate slip and fall accident can turn an enjoyable summer afternoon into a painful ordeal. Over the next few months, it is wise to be mindful of common causes of slip and fall accidents. According to the National[…] Read More
Slip and Fall Injuries on Uneven Flooring
One of the major causes of slip and fall accidents is uneven flooring. Whether it be in a grocery store, big box store, retail store, or another commercial business, an uneven section of flooring can be dangerous. New Jersey premise liability law requires that property owners maintain their properties in a safe condition for their[…] Read More
What if I Had a Slip and Fall Accident at School?
Over 9 million children are treated in the nation’s emergency rooms every year for unintentional injuries, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Children spend the bulk of their time in school, making schools the most common location for children to sustain injuries, often the result of slip and fall accidents. What[…] Read More
What Types of Slip and Fall Accidents Occur in Spring?
Winter weather brings plenty of hazards, and slip and fall accidents are not the least of them. Although spring brings warmer weather and fewer threats of snow and ice, the threat of slip and fall accidents remains. Just as ice is a threat for slip and fall accidents, wet spring weather is hazardous too. People[…] Read More
Can a Hospital Be Liable for a Slip and Fall Accident?
Hospitals provide essential health care services to local communities. Although they provide essential services, the owners and operators of hospitals are subject to premises liability. If you are injured by an accident that occurs inside a hospital or on its grounds, that hospital could be liable for damages. Hospitals are not exempt from premises liability[…] Read More