The dockless scooter industry may be doomed to failure if prominent scooter rental distributors fail to prevail in a recently reinstated trip-and-fall lawsuit, courtesy of a California appellate court panel. Bird promotes clean, car-free alternatives with fewer motor...
Slip-And-Fall Accident
Understanding the potential severity of falls
Nearly everyone experiences a fall every now and then, and brushing these accidents off often seems easy. However, falls lead to thousands of serious injuries in the United States every year. Whether you frequently work on elevated surfaces such as a ladder or you...
The 4 biggest slip-and-fall risks at the grocery store
Slip-and-fall injuries are a leading cause of emergency room visits across the country. In fact, in a recent year, nearly 10 million Americans sought emergency medical care after slipping, tripping or falling. While most slip-and-fall injuries occur at home, many...
5 ways to prevent falls around the home
In 2016, 9.2 million people in the United States sustained falls at home or work that sent them to the emergency room for treatment of injuries, according to the National Safety Council. While some people recover fully from slip-and-fall injuries, others become...
5 common types of bone fractures
Your bones provide the body's framework and protect organs and other soft tissues from injury. Though typically very strong, the bones are nevertheless susceptible to fracture. The most common reasons that a bone can break include trauma, such as what may occur from a...
Why movie theaters can frequently pose dangers
Trusted Representation For Serious And Catastrophic Injuries Going to a movie theater is a great activity for people of all ages, making it possible for the highest quality movies to be displayed on the big screen. While the vast majority of people will be satisfied...
Can I still file a slip-and-fall claim if I was intoxicated?
Whenever you are a patron at a restaurant, bar or club in California, the premises owner has certain responsibilities to keep you safe. This means that they must do whatever is reasonably in their power to provide a safe space that is free of hazards. If their venue...
Yes, property owners are responsible for keeping visitors safe
If you slip and fall, you may be interested in filing a claim against the owner of the property. You will need to make sure that you have information on the situation that led to your fall, and you'll have to show that the owner or possessor of the property did not...
Learn how to avoid injury when falling
If you’ve been watching the World Cup this month, you may have marveled at the soccer players’ agility and footwork. You might have been stunned by their incredible endurance and control. And you’ve probably wondered at how they’re able to endure brutal-looking...
Helping a loved one avoid a slip-and-fall injury
Falls are more common and more serious than you think. One out of five falling accidents results in a broken bone. Falls kill almost as many Americans each year as motor vehicles and firearms. The elderly are especially at risk of falling, and more prone to serious or...