Customers injured due to falls resulting from panic shopping may recover damages for their associated losses from the stores or, in some cases, the other shoppers responsible for causing their injuries. As the state and federal government implemented measures to slow the spread of COVID-19, people flocked to local grocers and retail stores to get… Continue reading Did COVID-19 Panic Shoppers Cause Your Fall?
Category: Slip and Fall Accidents
Who Is Liable for Sledding Injuries?
Depending on where the accident occurred, property owners or those who suffer sledding injuries themselves may bear financial responsibility. Sledding down hills covered in snow, as well as grass, is a popular pastime for people throughout Illinois. The thrill of zooming down a hill and the fun of time spent with friends may end abruptly,… Continue reading Who Is Liable for Sledding Injuries?
Is That Zip Line Safe? When Operator Negligence Leads to a Fall
When operator negligence leads to zip line fall injuries or fatalities in Illinois, the individual or company that owns or operates the attraction can be held liable. Zip line falls and collisions cause broken bones, head injuries, lacerations, paralysis, and even death. Zip Line Falls As zip lining becomes more popular throughout the United States,… Continue reading Is That Zip Line Safe? When Operator Negligence Leads to a Fall
Did You Suffer Spinal Cord Injuries in a Fall?
Slips and falls can cause permanent spinal cord injuries that leave victims with decreased strength, loss of sensation, and diminished bodily functions at any point below the point of injury. When a person suffers a spinal cord injury, even prompt treatment may not restore full function. In addition to physical changes, spinal cord injuries can… Continue reading Did You Suffer Spinal Cord Injuries in a Fall?
How Video Surveillance Can Help You Win Your Slip & Fall Injury Case
Video recordings from security cameras can help establish fault in a slip an fall injury case when an accident occurs at a business or public area. Injured parties and their slip and fall attorneys can use the footage as evidence to prove hazardous conditions and illustrate the severity of injuries when pursuing compensation from negligent… Continue reading How Video Surveillance Can Help You Win Your Slip & Fall Injury Case
Know the Symptoms of a TBI After a Slip & Fall
The sooner a traumatic brain injury is recognized and treated after a slip and fall accident occurs, the greater the recovery prospects of the individual. Early diagnosis can prevent further injury and allow physicians and therapists to administer treatments that can significantly improve quality of life. Whether the injury occurred at work, on the sports… Continue reading Know the Symptoms of a TBI After a Slip & Fall
Who Is Liable for Falls at State Parks?
Individuals who are injured at state parks can pursue government entities for damages that are caused by unsafe conditions. When park workers and others responsible for maintaining public areas are negligent in their duties, government entities are legally liable for the injuries that result. Common Injuries in State Parks Automobile accidents, slip and fall accidents,… Continue reading Who Is Liable for Falls at State Parks?
Don’t Fall for Negligent Hospital Care
Negligent hospital care is a leading cause of slip and fall accidents among all patient demographics. It is a problem that is especially harmful to elderly patients and those with compromised immune systems who are likely to have a difficult time recovering from their injuries. The Size of the Problem It is estimated that there… Continue reading Don’t Fall for Negligent Hospital Care
Some Common Injuries from Slips and Falls Might Surprise You
Slip and fall accidents commonly cause surprisingly serious injuries that can lead to permanent disabilities or death. When people fall, they may suffer from head injuries, spinal cord injuries, soft tissue injuries, fractures, abrasions, and cuts. If these accidents happen while victims are visiting the property of another person or entity, the property owner or… Continue reading Some Common Injuries from Slips and Falls Might Surprise You
The Chicago Pedway: Liability Beneath the Surface
The Chicago Pedway provides a great way for pedestrians to get around the Loop during inclement weather, but there are some dangers with it that could lead to accidents. Some areas of the Pedway have large cracks in the floor or are sunken, which could cause people to slip and fall. People who are in… Continue reading The Chicago Pedway: Liability Beneath the Surface