Falls are unquestionably the most common form of injury-producing accidents today.\u00a0Every year, millions of people visit the emergency room because of a slip and fall accident. The effects of these falls can vary, causing everything from a few minor bumps and bruises to skull fractures.\u00a0 Unfortunately for many of those individuals, the injury is due to no fault of their own but due to the negligent, careless or reckless acts of another party.<\/p>\n

The fact is that a slip and fall accident can occur anywhere at any time. Slip and fall accidents are not limited to certain places or circumstances. Uneven sidewalks, slippery snow and icy conditions are the most common causes of fall injuries. In the interior of complexes, wet floors, dangerous floor coverings and slippery pool surfaces present the biggest risk for slip and fall accidents. Some common places for slip and fall accidents include:<\/p>\n

Uneven Sidewalks, Walkways, and Driveways<\/strong><\/p>\n

Most property owners are familiar with regulations or laws that require them to ensure that the pavement in front of their home remains a safe place for pedestrians. \u00a0If someone experiences a slip and fall accident due to a hazard, a negligent property owner can be held liable. In particular, sidewalks, walkways and driveways can prove to be especially dangerous during the winter season, due to snowy and icy conditions that can create slippery paths for pedestrians. Such risks aren\u2019t limited to the winter season, either, since there are also other risks, such as cracked sidewalks or potholes that can result in serious risks to pedestrians.<\/p>\n

Slippery Pool Areas, Gyms, and Restrooms<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pool areas, especially in a condo or co-op building, are another common site for slip and fall injuries. Naturally, at a public pool, plenty of people are entering and exiting the pool, dragging water onto the floors with them. At the gym, there is always a risk of pools of sweat, water, or various types of sports drink collecting on the floor, or nearby weight machines. As for restrooms, there is plenty of risk that water used to wash one\u2019s hands can wind up on the floor, creating a slippery, hazardous environment for other persons.<\/p>\n

Wet Floors<\/strong><\/p>\n

Plastic rain mats should be used, especially in inclement weather, to reduce the danger of slipping on a wet floor. Property managers can protect their residents and visitors from a wet floor accident by replacing saturated mats, or using mops or wet vacuums, to remove water that may accumulate from snow, ice, or rain.<\/p>\n

Weather Conditions Due to Slippery Snow and Ice<\/strong><\/p>\n

Winter weather conditions, such as snow and ice, must be taken care of in a timely fashion. Although we can\u2019t always predict what the weather will do, property owners and municipalities alike have a responsibility to plow streets, shovel sidewalks and salt steps and walkways.<\/p>\n

Footwear<\/strong><\/p>\n

The National Floor Safety Institute reports that 24% of slip and fall accidents are caused by footwear, but this stat isn\u2019t just about heading out on the town wearing 9-inch heels. Sneakers and even work boots that don\u2019t provide proper traction can cause people to slip and fall at home, in public or on the job.<\/p>\n

Dangerous Floor Coverings<\/strong><\/p>\n

Curled edges of carpets or mats create another common slip and fall hazard. To keep the edges of floor coverings down, a special carpet tape can be used underneath.<\/p>\n

Mazin & Associates, PC, Personal Injury Lawyers based in Ontario has helped thousands of \u00a0injured people with personal injury claims, and would be honored to assist you. Call us today\u00a0at (416) 625-2122. The call is free, but the advice could be priceless.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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