Every place of business has a responsibility to keep its premises clear and clean so that visitors, workers and passersby may travel safely. This ranges from keeping hallways uncluttered with equipment to quickly cleaning up spills. It also includes cleaning up after...
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Preparing to welcome winter and protect your customers
Winter weather is not that far distant which means soon enough you will need to take extra precautions to protect your customers. Neglecting to plan ahead could result in a costly premise liability case if a customer suffers an injury on your property. Keeping your...
What could happen when children trespass on your property?
When you own a plot of land, you could notice local children entering it without your permission. Although you may not realize it, there could be many places and items there that can lead to serious injuries for minors. Interactions with dangerous equipment According...
How do falls result in back injuries?
Falls are a common accident that can occur almost anywhere. Whether it is a slip and fall or a fall from a height, this type of accident can result in serious back injuries. The jarring of your body is often bad for the back and could leave you in serious pain. Cedars...
The dangers of a parking lot without sufficient light
A person who owns a property has a responsibility to keep it safe for people who visit the premises, and the owner of a parking lot is no exception. Evening hours can be particularly dangerous since the sun has set, giving pedestrians and drivers less light to help...
Negligent business owners, falls and older adults
As an older adult, you could have a number of concerns in your daily life, from financial worries to health problems. Unfortunately, many older adults become seriously hurt as a result of falling down, which sometimes happens as a result of another party's negligence....
What are some fire risks in fall?
Fall is the ideal time to have friends and family visit for a bonfire or to sit around a campfire. However, bringing fire into a party can create a hazardous situation. If you want to have a fun fall involving fire, Johns Hopkins Medicine recommends keeping some...
Slips and falls and a business owner’s liability
As a business owner, you wear lots of hats. If you own a place of business that has regular clients, customers or guests, you have a responsibility to keep them safe to the best of your abilities. Slips and falls are one of the most common risks when it comes to...
Can you file a claim for your poolside slip and fall injury?
For Illinois residents who live in a community with a pool, have a water park nearby or neighbors with their pool, the potential for dangerous situations and injuries increases. If an afternoon of fun turns tragic due to negligence, you may have grounds for a claim....
Hospitality industry still faces liability risks
Hopefully, guests and customers will resume going to conferences and restaurants and staying at hotels this year. With reopening, the hospitality industry will be responsible for the safety of their guests and may still face the consequences of a premises liability...