Slip and Fall Accident Lawyer
When most people go out, they probably don’t think that they’re going to have a slip and fall accident. However, these accidents can occur just about anywhere and can result in head injuries, broken bones and other serious injuries. If the accident occurred due to the property owner’s negligence, the owner may be held liable.
Here are the most common places where slip and fall accidents occur.
Grocery Stores
When many people think about slip and fall accidents, they likely imagine milk and juice spills at grocery stores. It’s true that many slip and fall accidents occur in grocery stores. If someone spills a liquid item and it doesn’t get cleaned up right away, customers can slip on it and get hurt.
Icy Sidewalks
When temperatures fall below freezing in Denver, snow and ice can accumulate on sidewalks, making them extra slippery. Property owners are responsible for putting salt on icy sidewalks to prevent people from slipping and falling. If they fail to do this and someone suffers a slip and fall accident, the property owner may be held liable.
Nursing Homes
Due to various health conditions, like arthritis or vision loss, elderly people have a higher risk of falling than their younger counterparts. Therefore, slip and fall accidents occur often in nursing homes. Senior citizens are also likely to suffer more serious injuries in these accidents. That’s why nursing home staff members must carefully watch residents and minimize hazards.
Swimming Pools
Many people enjoy hanging out by the swimming on a hot, summer day. However, swimming pools are one of the most common places for slip and fall accidents. When people step out of a pool, they naturally bring some of the water out with them. Unfortunately, this can make the ground slippery and increase the risk of slip and fall accidents.
Workplace
Slip and fall accidents can occur in many different work settings, from factories to offices. Liquid spills, torn carpeting, poor lighting and clutter on the floor can all increase the risk of these accidents in the workplace. In most cases, you can file for workers’ compensation for your accident.
Parking Lots
People can also get into slip and fall accidents when they’re walking to their car. Parking lots of grocery stores, restaurants and other businesses are another common location for slip and fall accidents. If there are pot holes, for example, people can easily trip over them and get hurt.
What to Do After a Slip and Fall Accident
If you have been hurt in a slip and fall accident, your first priority should be to get medical attention. A doctor can assess your injuries and recommend the appropriate treatment. The sooner you address your injuries, the more likely you are to make a full recovery.
If the slip and fall accident occurred due to someone else’s negligence, contact a slip and fall accident lawyer, like one from The Law Offices of Cliff Enten, to discuss your case.