Winter has officially arrived. But that doesn’t mean you’re stuck indoors for the next several months. Many Long Islanders enjoy bundling up and walking in a winter wonderland unless it ends up in a slip and fall. More than embarrassment and bruises Most of us likely...
Slip-And-Fall Accidents
3 examples of unsafe property conditions that can cause injuries
The term premises liability relates to the responsibility of property owners to members of the public. Specifically, premises liability involves legal and financial responsibility when people get hurt due to unsafe property conditions. For the injured person to have...
3 serious injuries people can develop due to a slip-and-fall
People often generalize their experiences to better handle the complexities of modern life. Generalizations can be beneficial in some scenarios but harmful in others. For example, someone who has previously experienced a same-level fall, like a slip-and-fall at a...
3 crucial steps you need to take following a trip, slip and fall
We’ve all tripped, slipped and fallen at some point. While most fall victims leave the scene with nothing more than dirt on their outfits and a little bit of embarrassment, it is not uncommon for some to sustain life-altering injuries like broken bones and head or...
5 common causes of slip and fall accidents
Most people don’t expect to get hurt when walking in the common room of an apartment building or running errands. Unfortunately, accidents, especially ones involving slips and falls, are frequent occurrences. According to the NFSI (National Fall Safety Institute),...
Stay safe when running this fall
The days are getting shorter as we move into fall, but many people still like to run outside. In fact, with all of the fall colors, this can be one of the best times to run. However, shorter days also mean that you could face greater risks, especially when you have to...
Life-altering injuries that might result from a slip-and-fall accident
From sidewalks to grocery stores and private properties, slips and falls happen all the time. In fact, slips and falls account for thousands of injuries in the U.S. If the slip-and-fall accident that resulted in your injury was caused by someone else’s wrongful...
What’s an effective “wet floor” notice?
Shopping malls, grocery stores and other public spaces are often fitted with hard floors rather than carpets. Having such floor surfaces adds to the modern aesthetic and it is also efficient to clean. The drawback of this is that these surfaces can be slippery, and...
2 ways refrigeration units in stores lead to customer injuries
Refrigeration units and freezers play an important role in many businesses. At restaurants, they help preserve food for the safety of customers. At grocery stores and gas stations, they help ensure quick and convenient access to chilled beverages and food items that...
New Yorkers love corner bodegas despite their injury hazards
Most people appreciate the charm of a quaint little bodega. They stay open around the clock and usually offer hard-to-find but popular products. Brooklyn and the Bronx are home to several fascinating bodegas. You will usually find them cluttered with people and...