Slip and falls are one of the leading causing of accidental deaths injuries in North America. A new treatment process for floors may help make walkways less slippery, thereby reducing the risk of suffering a slip and fall accident.
Are slip-resistant floors on the horizon?
Slip and Fall Accidents at Tampa Bay Business Establishments
If you sustain a personal injury in a slip and fall accident at a Tampa Bay area business establishment, you may be eligible to seek compensation by filing a claim for compensation. It is important to recognize that property owners have a duty to keep their premises free of hazards, and to warn guests when there is a potential danger that could result in a slip and fall accident. If you did get hurt, an area of personal injury law known as premises liability law allows you to file a claim against the property owner to seek compensation for your losses.
3 signs your slip-and-fall accident was caused by negligence
Imagine you are walking through the grocery store after work one evening. You're focused on picking up what you need and just getting home when suddenly you slip and fall. In the blink of an eye, your routine visit to the store ends up with you at the hospital.
Personal Injuries Caused By Slips, Trips, and Falls
Personal injuries can happen anywhere, and they have many different causes. In Florida, residents know that slips, trips, and falls are common causes of personal injuries, particularly among the elderly. And given that nearly 20 percent of Florida's population is aged 65 or older according to the 2014 U.S. Census, it's important to learn more about slip and fall accidents and how we can prevent the injuries that often arise from a serious fall.
