Here’s Why Slip-and-Fall Accident Happen

Numerous people across the state will visit the emergency room annually for help due to slip-and-fall accidents. Some injuries will not be serious and after some quick treatment they’ll be on their way will not result in a hospital stay. However, other injuries can be severe such as fractures, breaks or even a fatality. Hundreds of slip-and-fall accidents can take a financial toll on the victim and his or her family. The most common reasons for this accident are the condition of surfaces and the lack of job training at the businesses.

Slip-and-fall accidents happen when the walking surfaces are left in an unsafe condition, like with water or other liquids. This is because of failure to maintain the surface, like removing the hazard timely. The surface can also be unsafe due to the weather, such as tracked-in snow. Even an attempt to do the right thing, like keep floors clean, can result in an accident. When signs are not posted to notify guests that the floor is slippery a dangerous accident can occur.

A walking surface that is not level is also cause for concern. Carpeting that is fraying or cracks and potholes can cause a slip-and-fall accident. The law mandates that property owners keep their land safe for guests who are invited onto the property. This means clearing any potential dangers.

Finally, many of these accidents in Massachusetts occur on the job. The business has the obligation to teach its employees how to move about the job site. Whether it is small walkways or dangerous construction sites. Failure in job training which leads to an injury will also result in the employer being held liable for those injuries.

If you or your family member has been injured in a slip-and-fall accident in Massachusetts, call the Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers anytime at (617) 777-7777 for your case consultation.

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