The Most Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents

Slip and Fall Accident Risk Factors The term slip and fall accident sounds fairly mild. After all, many of us stumble or trip on things in our everyday lives and end up with bumps and bruises but emerge from the experience no worse for wear. However, slip and fall accidents do have the potential to cause severe injuries. People can end up injuring themselves in ways that can result in them missing out on potential income, losing money to expensive treatment, or developing a disability that affects career prospects. These slip and fall accidents have a way of occurring when people least expect them and often at the most inconvenient of times. The causes of slip and fall accidents are many and are often the result of a liable party’s negligence. Slip and Fall Accident Injury Claims Those that have been injured in a slip and fall accident can suffer severe injuries like a spinal injury or traumatic brain injury. The damages that come as a consequence of these injuries deserve to be compensated in the event that the accident was caused by a liable party’s negligence. S lip and fall accident victims can take legal action against those responsible for their injuries with...

What Can You Do After a Slip and Fall Accident at Work?

Protect your ability to recover physically and financially after a slip-and-fall accident at work. Summary Knowing what to do after a slip-and-fall accident at work can preserve your case and your health, putting you in a strong legal position. Workplaces often have walking hazards that can cause slip-and-fall accidents. Employees can suffer physical harm from slip-and-fall accidents, including traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), neck injuries, broken bones, and spinal cord injuries. If another party’s negligence led to your slip-and-fall accident at work, you may be entitled to compensation for the damages you have sustained. [lwptoc depth="3" width="full" skipHeadingText="Summary"] Victims of workplace slip-and-fall accidents have many steps to take in the aftermath to report it, receive medical attention, and maintain the integrity of their case for compensation for damages. Key steps include collecting evidence at the slip-and-fall accident scene, reporting the accident to superiors, and receiving medical attention at a hospital. Workers will also have to determine if they will file a claim for worker’s compensation. Our team of slip-and-fall accident attorneys at The Eberst Law Firm is prepared to help you recover a percentage of the payment for your medical bills and lost wages through a workers’ compensation claim. We are...

Rental Property Liability for Slips and Falls

Injured by a slip and fall at a rental property? When is the landlord responsible? When it comes to slip and fall accidents, the truth of the matter is that they can occur anywhere and to anyone. They most commonly occur in grocery stores, restaurants, and other privately owned businesses. However, a slip and fall accident can occur on your rental property as well. In certain circumstances, you may have grounds to sue your landlord or the owner of the property if their negligence caused your injuries. Each year falls account for over eight million emergency room visits, making them the leading cause of visits at 21.3%. Falls can be from heights, or because of a slip. For example, a fall in an apartment complex could occur because of a broken or loose stair. Can a Landlord Be Negligent for a Slip and Fall Injury? In short, yes. There are many ways that a landlord can be negligent. As a result of their negligence, accidents can occur. If those accidents lead to injury, they could be liable in a slip-and-fall accident claim. Dangerous Conditions It’s a landlord’s job to ensure that the living space is habitable and reasonably free of dangers. They must...

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Slip and Fall Accident?

In most cases, the person who is responsible for ensuring the property is maintained can be found at fault for a slip-and-fall accident. Summary To determine who is liable for a slip-and-fall accident, you need to establish who had a legal obligation to keep the property safe and whose actions created the dangerous conditions that led to your injuries. When a negligent property owner leaves a hazard unfixed, it can lead to a slip-and-fall accident. Slip-and-fall accidents may cause severe injuries like shoulder, facial, back, and neck injuries. If you slipped and fell on another person’s property, you may be able to hold the property owner or person responsible for keeping the property safe liable. [lwptoc depth="3" width="full" skipHeadingText="Summary"] Slip-and-fall accidents occur when a walking hazard, such as a wet floor, loose floorboard, or missing step, causes a person to lose their balance and fall to the floor. These types of accidents occur when a property owner, manager, or landlord fails to keep their property safe. If their negligence led to your slip-and-fall accident, they may owe you compensation for your damages. Victims of slip-and-fall accidents can suffer significant damages. For example, they may sustain damages such as medical bills,...

Catastrophic Injuries Caused by Slip and Fall Accidents in Stuart, Florida

Slip and fall accidents can lead to injuries ranging from minor bruises to severe and life-altering conditions. Among the most devastating outcomes are catastrophic injuries. These injuries can have long-term and profound impacts on a person's physical, emotional, and financial well-being. The Eberst Law Firm will be here if you or someone close to you suffered a catastrophic injury in a slip and fall caused by another’s negligence. You can schedule a free consultation by calling 1-888-CALL-JON or using our online contact form. What is a Catastrophic Injury? While most people associate slip and fall accidents with less severe injuries like bruises or sprains, they can also result in catastrophic outcomes. Factors such as the angle of the fall, the height from which the person fell, the surface they landed on, and their overall health and age can contribute to the severity of the injury. A catastrophic injury is a severe and debilitating injury that has a profound and lasting impact on the injured person's life. These injuries often result in long-term or permanent disabilities. They can significantly diminish an individual's physical and cognitive abilities, affecting their ability to perform daily activities and participate in work, social, and recreational pursuits....

Workplace Slip and Fall Accidents

Slip and fall accidents are not uncommon in workplaces. Because of regulations and liabilities in workplaces, these kinds of accidents are unique. Slips and falls are incredibly common, especially in dangerous workplaces, or when negligence occurs. Negligence refers to the failure to take proper care in doing something. This means that if someone were to haphazardly clean a floor, or not put down a “wet floor” sign, and then someone else were to get injured, the person who didn’t properly clean the floor was being negligent. These types of accidents account for one out of every four workplace injury that results in missing days of work. While these accidents may seem minor, they cause many injuries every single year. They also cause many people to miss days, weeks, and sometimes months of work. How to Prevent Slip and Falls in the Workplace According to OSHA (The Occupational Safety and Health Administration), 15% of all accidents deaths are caused by slip and fall accidents. So, what exactly is causing all of these accidents, and what can be done to stop them from happening? Safety First off, safety. Safe work environments turn out less injuries than unsafe ones, for good reason. Workplaces that care about the...

How a Traumatic Brain Injury Can Affect Your Life

Brain Injuries Can Change Your Life after an Accident or Illness The effects of a traumatic brain injury after an accident or illness can be long lasting and often permanent. While rehabilitation is possible, survivors of moderate or severe TBIs do face new obstacles and need to make adjustments to their way of life. Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can be devastating; they can be emotionally and physically devastating, but they can also be financially devastating. What is a Traumatic Brain Injury? According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, a traumatic brain injury is a form of acquired brain injury. That means it’s not genetic, but a result of damage from the outside world. A TBI can develop when the head suddenly and violently hits an object, like a whiplash, or when an object pierces the skull and enters brain tissue. Common Causes of Traumatic Brain Injury According to the CDC, slip and falls are the most common cause of TBIs. Over 1.3 million TBIs are attributed to falls annually. Consequently, the elderly who are more prone to falls are uniquely at risk. Car accidents and other non motor-vehicle related blows to the head are responsible for many TBIs as well. The latter includes physical fights and violent attacks. Athletes, especially those...

Brain and Spine Injuries as a Result of Slip and Fall Accidents

Brain and spine injuries due to a slip and fall accident are more common than you think. Additionally, they can affect your overall life quality. Imagine getting out of the bathroom and walking toward your table in a restaurant. Suddenly, you slip on someone’s spilled drink, fall, and hit the back of your head on the floor. Not only is your night ruined, but potentially your long-term health too. Continue reading to learn more about those injuries and how to deal with the legal opportunities that arise. Slip and Fall Statistics According to the National Floor Safety Institute, slip and fall accidents account for 12% of total falls. Based on these statistics, there are over 1 million hospital emergency room visits every year. 5% of all falls result in fractures, which hold serious consequences for people who suffer from them. Death isn’t the leading consequence of slip and fall accidents, but they do occur, especially among people over the age of 65. However, such accidents often result in large hospital bills, missed days from work, and reduced quality of life due to pain. Brain Injury Statistics According to the CDC, falls are the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries. Every year more than 800 000 people...

Common Florida Slip and Fall Injuries

Trip and Fall Injuries at the Center of Most Injury Claims Slip and fall accidents are surprisingly common occurrences that many might assume are fairly low intensity. To be fair, many occasions where people slip and fall because of a slippery surface or walking obstruction result in fairly mild injuries like scratches, bruises, or mild sprains. However, there are plenty of occasions where people end up hitting the ground or another surface in a rough way so that they suffer severe injuries. Typically there are a few types of injuries that people involved in slip and fall accidents tend to suffer more than others. Florida Slip and Fall Accident Claims When someone suffers a severe injury as a result of a slip and fall accident they will likely suffer significant damages that can drastically affect their life. Extensive medical bills for surgeries, medications, and therapy can drain finances and can sometimes become recurring costs. You can lose wages during recovery or have your ability to work affected. You can seek compensation for these damages and more by filing a slip and fall injury claim. If your injuries were caused by a slip and fall accident that occurred because of a liable party’s...