Owning property or running a business on a piece of property could result in your holding liability for any incidents that take place on that property. While most of the time you may have little to worry about in regard to the safety of others who visit the premises,...
Premises Liability
The importance of flooring issues in slip-and-fall prevention
There are certain things that could lead to a business facing significant liability issues. Among these are slip-and-fall accidents. When a customer or other individual is hurt in a slipping accident at a business, there could be the potential for the company to face...
What constitutes a dangerous property condition?
As a business or property owner, you certainly understand the importance of keeping patrons or other visitors safe. As a result, you likely take the time to regularly inspect the premises on which you conduct business in order to ensure that no dangerous conditions...
Chemical safety and swimming pools
There are various amenities a business might make available to its patrons. For some businesses, these amenities might include a swimming pool. For such companies, one thing that it can be critical to give appropriate focus to when it comes to their pools is chemical...
Don’t get tripped up by a premises liability claim
From the day your business opened, you have probably worked hard to ensure its success. You train your employees well, keep careful records, and maintain a clean and organized establishment. Nevertheless, you may have seen the life of your business flash before your...
If you got hurt on public or private property, who is at fault?
Suffering any type of injury is frustrating, but it can be especially difficult if you are unsure if you are at fault. Suffering because of the negligence or reckless behavior of another person is never acceptable, and you have the right to stand up for yourself, your...
How culpable are you when your dog bites?
A dog owner's worst nightmare is when an otherwise trustworthy pet lunges at someone. Whether it was a single bite or a vicious attack, authorities may now consider your dog dangerous, and it is likely you will be facing the consequences of the incident. Dog bites are...
Will the U.S. see lots of stretching studios in the future?
Many fields frequently see new trends. One is the field of fitness. One trend that it appears may currently be happening in this field is a shift away from higher-intensity exercise and towards stretching exercises.New trends in fitness can lead to a lot of different...
What should I do if injured in a slip-and-fall accident?
When you go to someone else's property, it is not unreasonable for you to expect not to get injured. However, sometimes a seemingly ordinary visit to a store in Louisiana, for example, can end up leading to a trip to the emergency room if you suffer a slip-and-fall...
Could smartphone use contribute to exercise accidents?
Sometimes, accidents occur at a gym or other fitness facility, such as a patron falling while using a piece of exercise equipment. In some instances, a fitness facility ends up facing personal injury litigation in connection to such an accident. When this is the case,...