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Making Your Yard and Porch Safe from Trip Hazards

When many people have guests at their homes, their biggest concerns are whether those guests are comfortable and enjoying themselves. Unfortunately, homeowners often fail to […]

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Guide to Filing a Premises Liability Claim After a Parking Lot Fall

A parking lot can become dangerous with icy and snowy weather and the development of defects like cracks and potholes. Neglectful parking lot maintenance can […]

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When Are Schools Liable For Student Injuries?

Originally published August 30, 2021. Updated April 17, 2023. Schools have a legal responsibility to provide “reasonable care” for their students, which means they must […]

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Who’s Liable When You Slip & Fall in a Parking Lot

A concrete parking lot can quickly become dangerous due to defects and inclement weather, such as snow and ice. The lack of regular maintenance and […]

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Five Important Steps to Take After a Slip & Fall Accident

According to the latest National Safety Council statistics, falls are among the top three causes of preventable deaths and the most common preventable nonfatal injuries. […]

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5 Steps to Take After a Slip & Fall

Winter can be a dangerous part of the year. As streets and sidewalks freeze, the risk of slip and fall injuries increases. Icy sidewalks and […]

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What is a Good Settlement Offer for a Slip and Fall?

A slip and fall may seem minor, but it can lead to severe injuries. Fall-related injuries are the leading cause of injury hospitalizations in New […]

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How Do You Prove a Slip and Fall?

A slip and fall can lead to serious pain and suffering for a victim. Common injuries from a slip and fall include broken bones, lasting […]

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What Are the Most Common Injuries After a Slip and Fall?

The injuries sustained in slip and fall accidents can range from bumps and bruises to serious brain injuries, and in the worst case, even death. […]

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What to Do If You’ve Broken Your Hip in a Slip and Fall

Slips, trips, and falls are one of the leading causes of accidental injury in the U.S. And while these types of accidents may sound minor […]

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