Slip & Fall Cases in the Winter
To begin, the winter season is upon us. With that being
said it is one of the most joyful times of the year. The onset of Thanksgiving,
Christmas, and other winter holidays bring cold weather, but warm times. This
is the time of year where we spend time traveling to visit family the most on
average. In addition to the good times the winter season brings, it also brings
with it potentially dangerous conditions. Furthermore, weather conditions such
as snow and ice can create slippery and wet surface that could cause and
individual to slip and fall, in turn injuring themselves. This article aims to
break down how you may avoid becoming a causality to a slip and fall personal
injury case this winter.
What are Slip & Fall Cases?
Slip and fall cases most usually fall under the umbrella of personal injury law. Furthermore, these types of cases arise when someone slips, falls, and becomes injured. Slip and fall cases are common at the workplace when it comes to unmarked wet spots for example. In addition to the workplace, slip and fall cases can and often occur due to natural elements like the weather.
Winter Slip & Falls
If you live in the Chicago area, it can go without saying that you understand what the winter season entails. Winters in Illinois can be very cold and accumulate a ton of snow, ice, and slush. Furthermore, the temperatures of the season can vary and often do. For example, you may experience 6 inches of snow. The next day that snow melts and over night that melted snow becomes ice. The point here is that the winter season is always changing and presenting us with opportunities to slip and fall. In conclusion, always be sure to shovel and salt your properties and take your time while walking around in the winter months.
Personal Injury Attorney
Prime Law Group, LLC’s Nicole O’Connor is here to help. In the event you find yourself needing advice regarding a slip and fall personal injury case, Nicole has the knowledge and tools to guide you successfully.