Category Archives: Slip & Fall
Unsafe Flooring Responsible for Many Slip-and-Fall Injuries
While most people realize that a fall can result in a serious injury, such as a broken arm or hip, the actual scope of the problem usually falls outside the public’s perception. In contrast, business owners, who pay high insurance premiums in anticipation of slip-and-fall accidents on their premises, and their insurance companies, are acutely […]
Slip ’N Slide — and Sue?
The Slip ’N Slide toy by Wham-O has been a favorite backyard summertime distraction since its release in 1961. When used correctly, this plastic slide that can transform a backyard into a water park provides great entertainment for children. Unfortunately the toy is so much fun, many adults are not able to resist a belly-first […]
Florida Law Update: Slip-And-Fall
A 2010 law makes it more difficult, but certainly not impossible, for an injured victim to receive compensation after a slip-and-fall accident. House Bill 689 requires that an injured plaintiff prove that the defendant either actually knew about the defective condition that caused the injury, or that the condition had been present long enough to […]
