According to experts, fall down accidents are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for people aged 65+. Falls can have devastating emotional and physical effects on elderly individuals. Some elderly individuals feel less confident about their mobility after a fall, which can cause depression and feelings of isolation. Elderly individuals involved in a -->
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A pothole is a roadway defect that is caused by environmental factors such as heat, rain, ice and snow. These conditions erode a road and create cracks. When the cracks get deeper or wider, pavement material can separate and become dislodged by the tires of passing vehicles. If the hole spreads beyond the road and -->
According to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), approximately 55% of all slip and fall accidents are the result of hazardous walking surfaces. The following issues can create hazardous conditions for unsuspecting victims: Loose floorboards Parking lot potholes Uneven sidewalks Cluttered floors Torn carpeting Recently mopped or waxed floors Poorly constructed staircases Outdoor slip and -->
Every winter in Albany, paramedics respond to thousands of slip and fall accidents due to snow and ice. While it may be a lovely sight to see from inside your home, it can be treacherous to walk on. Establishing liability for a slip and fall accident on commercial property is generally the same as proving -->
Property owners who fail to remove snow and ice from their walkways cause serious injuries every winter. The city of Albany has implemented a new snow removal policy that will help to keep residents safe and reduce the risk of fall down injuries. Here’s an outline of the city’s rules as per AllOverAlbany.com: A property -->
Sometimes a little retail therapy is the perfect antidote to a dreary day. When we’re feeling anxious, stressed or simply under the weather, shopping can lift our mood. But if we’re not paying attention to our surroundings at all times, retail stores can also be places where slip and fall accidents commonly occur. Slip and -->
Slip and fall accidents become more common during the winter months. When winter begins, falls on frozen and slippery surfaces in stores and public places cause serious and sometimes life-threatening injuries or even death. It can be challenging to determine who is liable when an individual falls on someone else’s property or outside their business -->
Slip and fall accidents occur when parking lots are icy, sidewalks are uneven, and floors and stairs are slippery. These falls commonly result in serious injuries. If you have been a victim of a slip and fall accident, it is important to seek legal representation. A skilled and experienced slip and fall lawyer can review -->
Determining who is at fault when a slip and fall accident occurs in a store is challenging. There are several factors to be considered, and only the knowledge and skill of a personal injury attorney can help you decide if you should make a claim against a store. If you slipped and fell in a -->
A slip and fall accident can cause serious injuries. If it happens because of the negligence of another party, usually the property owner, it is important that you seek help to receive compensation for your medical bills and other damages. It must be proven that the owner of the property was negligent in maintaining the -->
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