Anyone runs the risk of suffering a serious injury in a fall, but older adults, or those 65 and over, are especially at risk. Falls among older populations may be common, but many of them also lead to emergency room visits, hospital stays and expensive, invasive...
Are you experiencing back pain after a fall?
Fall incidents often lead to unprecedented injuries, especially of the head, neck and back. These areas often have a higher susceptibility to damage than others, especially when it comes to the way most people fall, i.e. on their side or back. Speaking of, back pain...
How can my business prevent slippery surfaces?
Slips and falls are bad for a business owner's bottom line for multiple reasons. First of all, if a worker sustained an injury due to a slip or fall that is the business’ fault, this can be a very expensive mistake to make. Additionally, hurt workers also hurt a...
What is an attractive nuisance?
Children have a special status under the law in many cases. This also applies to premise liability. For example, something that exists on your property that could draw children but also threatens them with harm is an “attractive” nuisance under the law. Because of...
3 common sources of apartment complex injuries
As in other states, Arizona requires that residential landlords of multifamily units maintain safe premises for tenants and their families. In addition to keeping common areas clean and hazard-free, this may mean making regular inspections and staying on top of tenant...
Taking action after a dog bite
If you recently sustained injuries due to a dog bite caused by a negligent owner, you need to take a look at your options. Some dog bite victims remain silent because they worry that legal action will not result in a favorable end result or that the court will dismiss...
More than 95% of hip fractures result from falls
The older you get, the harder you may find it to recover from a broken hip. Hip fractures are serious injuries that may have a significant impact on your quality of life, and many hip fractures that occur across Arizona and the United States are the results of falls....
What are the testing requirements for elevators in Arizona?
Most people do not think twice before stepping onto an elevator. However, owners and operators of elevators must schedule inspections of mechanisms on a regular basis. Not only is this essential for the safety and well-being of those who ride, but it also ensures...
What causes falls on sidewalks?
People who run, walk or ride a bike or skateboard on sidewalks can suffer a serious injury because of cracks or other conditions that make them unsafe. Many people assume that such an accident is no one's fault, but that is not the case. Whether the walkway is on...
What can make a fall on stairs serious?
Like many people, you probably use stairs to access different floors in public areas or a business. You probably have never experienced a fall on stairs before. This is likely because the property owner maintains the stairs you regularly use. An unsafe set of stairs...