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Slip and fall accidents happen in every different kind of place and due to a wide variety of causes. Falls and the injuries they cause lead to more than a million emergency room visits each year, a broad variety of fractures and soft-tissue injures, and lead to a loss in the quality of life of victims.
When we are providing a consultation during an initial call with a client, the Bronx personal injury law firm of Feiner & Lavy evaluates the nature of the fall, the type of injuries suffered, the responsibility for the accident, and the losses our client has suffered. The nature of the fall can tell us a lot about who is responsible for the injuries suffered.
Wet surfaces are the most common reason for a slip and fall accident, and the weather can cause many of these accidents. Sidewalks in the winter that haven’t been properly cleared become icy and are a big reason for slip and fall accidents. But it doesn’t have to be winter for someone to fall on a sidewalk. Torrential rains can lead to puddling on sidewalks, concealing a broken or uneven surface that leads to a fall and a bad injury.
Injuries because of weather don’t only happen outside. If a store or building isn’t taking care to make sure that they have runners out and are frequently mopping to make sure their floors stay dry, then they are responsible for creating a hazard. In some cases, the flooring surface is not skid-resistant and becomes very dangerous when wet. And the runners that are used to absorb the water can become worn, torn or be poorly placed, becoming a tripping hazard themselves.
Another problem is uneven surfaces. This can be a section of a sidewalk that has been lifted by tree roots or stairs you regularly need to walk up and down that are not evenly spaced. A trip and fall on a sidewalk because of a raised section can be dangerous, but a tumble down a flight of stairs is even worse. Stairs are a real concern, especially if there is no handrail or one in poor repair, if the staircase is slippery or if it is not well lit.
When indoors, obstructed or cluttered aisles or walkways can present a hazard. These usually occur in a retail establishment, but also arise in office or apartment buildings. And it’s not just the big things, but an extension cord that is left across a dimly lit space is exactly the kind of hazard that proves problematic.
Maintenance issues are another area where problems are found. Loose floorboards can lead to a shifting surface that can put you on your back in a second and leave you in the hospital for days. Also, parking lots provide a setting for slip and fall injuries. Potholes, rocks and other obstacles in a dimly lit space can lead to a fall where even stationary cars add to the hazards as falling into them can lead to even more severe injuries.
As a firm that specializes in slip and fall accidents, the lawyers at Feiner & Lavy have seen most types of accidents, although some types of accidents or circumstances can be unique. Our firm cares a lot about guiding our clients because we understand that the legal process can be intimidating after dealing with medical care after an accident.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident in the Bronx, you need a lawyer who will fight for your injury. Don’t hesitate – contact Feiner & Lavy today! With more than 80 years of combined experience, we have a broad range of resources available to help you win the settlement you deserve. We are a local Bronx personal injury law firm that knows our courts, our borough and our clients. We pride ourselves on our level of determination and will not stop until our clients’ cases are resolved with the highest possible payout. If you believe you have been injured at the hands of another, call us today at 212-393-9130 for a free consultation.
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