Being alert to your surroundings is always a good idea. However, when you are shopping or eating at a restaurant in Georgia, you should not have to think constantly about whether there may be an issue with the floor that could make you fall. According to EHS Today,...
slip & fall accidents
Types of slip-and-fall accidents
Slip-and-fall accidents can happen almost anywhere. At , we have seen them happen in apartment buildings, parking lots, retail establishments and hotels. The basic concept is that negligence of a property owner led to you falling and being...
Protecting customers from slip-and-fall accidents
Slip-and-fall accidents are a common hazard in retail stores in Georgia. Wet floors are usually the main culprit. Floors may become wet due to customers tracking in rain, from spills or by watering systems in certain areas of a store. According to Chain Store Age,...
Why are seniors so susceptible to slip and falls?
Per the United States Census Bureau, nearly 13 percent of Georgia’s population is 65 or older. As an older American, you may be prone to suffering serious injury after a relatively small accident, even though a similar accident may cause only nominal harm to a younger...
What are common injuries from slip-and-fall accidents?
Uneven or slick surfaces may seem insignificant, but they can lead to debilitating slip-and-fall injuries that can change your life forever. While many of victims in Georgia are elderly, there are many young, healthy people who also sustain severe injuries. The Brain...
How can I reduce the risk of falls of elderly guests?
You will no doubt have a full house this holiday season as loved ones stop by to share in the festivities. Unfortunately for older guests, the risk of falling in the home is a very real concern. That’s why it’s so important for New York home owners to be aware of this...
A Property Owner’s Responsibility For Safety Of Customers And Guests
As a consumer, you have a right to feel safe and secure while you are shopping for the goods and services that you need. The owner of the business or manager of a property is expected to provide its customers with a reasonably safe space - whether that means cleaning...