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Category: Slip and Fall Accidents
What Is A Homeowner's Duty To Warn Of Dangerous Conditions?
November 13, 2014 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsMany people are aware that business owners have some level of responsibility to warn of dangerous conditions, but do homeowners have a duty to warn of dangerous conditions? Fort Myers personal injury attorneys like Randall Spivey know the owners of private property owe a duty to individuals on their property. However, the extent of that duty will depend on the status of the individual who is on the property.
What Are Your Legal Rights If You Are Hurt While Vacationing In Florida?
November 6, 2014 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsMany individuals in search of "fun in the sun" choose Florida as a vacation destination. In fact, the tourism industry makes up a large part of the state's economy. Every year, Floridians welcome thousands of vacationers and individuals who choose to call Florida home for a portion of the year.
Falls Are A Big Problem for Seniors
October 27, 2014 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsAt least once a year, one third of seniors who live at home will fall. Falls are the leading cause of accidental death in the United States and the seventh leading cause of death in people 65 and older.
Trampoline Parks - Are They Safe?
September 29, 2014 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsEven though trampoline parks continue to become popular and are now within driving distance of many Americans, there still are no federal standards regarding the industry, according to NBC News Reporter Hallie Jackson on the Today show segment, How Safe Are Trampoline Parks For Your Kids? which aired September 17, 2014.
Slip & Fall Accidents May Have Serious Consequences
April 9, 2014 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsThe National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI) reports that 55% of all slip and fall accidents are caused by walking surfaces which are hazardous. What can make walking surfaces hazardous?
Walking and Talking Could be Dangerous
February 19, 2014 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsWith this being "in season" here in Southwest Florida, traffic has increased with additional cars, trucks and motorcycles. Many seasonal residents visit shopping malls, particularly on non-beach days. Finding available parking is a challenge, and parking lots are dangerous, particularly when pedestrians may be "walking and talking" on their cell phones.
Florida Slip and Fall Law - You May Have A Case
November 11, 2013 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsIn July 2010 the burden of proof in Florida slip and fall cases changed from that of the business establishment to the injured plaintiff, following Florida's being one of the top states in the number of slip and fall cases. However, under the Florida slip and fall law, you may have a case.
Slips and Falls Can Hurt Anyone!
September 4, 2013 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsThe Naples Daily News, in an article titled "Falls Can Hurt or Kill Anyone, Any Age", reported on July 30, 2013, that in the United States injuries are the leading cause of death for people ages 1 to 44 and accidental trips, and falls are a larger portion of this number than one would think.
Keep Your Home Safe from Slip and Falls
August 8, 2013 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsAn ice cube melting on the kitchen floor, a loose tile in the hallway, or a rolled up rug in the walkway—all these ordinary scenarios can lead to serious injury in your home. The National Safety Council (NSC) is launching a new campaign entitled “Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls,” to help prevent homeowners and their guests from suffering injuries caused by falling. With proper care and attention to safety around the house, Fort Myers personal injury attorneys say that residents can...
Over One Million Injuries In U.S. Each Year Are Slips, Trips & Falls
November 28, 2012 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsSlips, trips and falls happen every day. Serious injuries, including death, can occur as a result of slips, trips and/or falls. Personal Injury Attorney, Randall Spivey has seen first-hand the results of these accidents. There are some common causes.