Slip and falls are some of the most serious accidents that can occur and are often the cause of many catastrophic injuries. It’s important for individuals to recognize some of the areas where these types of accidents occur most. It can keep you safe and help you prevent significant injuries from occurring.
While we want to expect that we’re safe at work, there are some occupations where spills and other potential dangers are commonplace. As such, workers in specific industries can experience a slip and fall, and the injuries they sustain can be serious.
For instance, a cook is around hot items, liquids, and materials on the floor for much of his or her day. If the padding on the floor has a raised edge or a liquid gets spilled on the floor, it can be considered a serious hazard and present the potential of a slip and fall.
In a place where there are many people and some are not always paying the closes attention to what they’re doing, spills are common. When there are no warning signs of a wet floor or the staff is aware of the spill, yet they don’t clean it up in a timely manner, any person who slips and falls on the spilled liquid can suffer harm.
This is especially true in the winter when inclement weather makes it difficult to trek in certain conditions. Rain and snow fall to the ground and create slippery surfaces and this can lead to a pedestrian slipping.
Like any situation, the owner of the property (even if it is a government entity) must make an effort to keep their grounds free of harm. This can include plowing snow off the sidewalks, putting out warnings of raised sidewalks, and more.
Our Michigan premises liability attorneys work with you to help you understand your rights when you suffer a slip and fall on someone else’s property. It’s imperative to have your rights protected and our team will be there to help you every step of the way.
