Understanding the Legal Rights of Nursing Home Residents
Under federal and state law, Minnesota nursing home residents have certain rights and protections. Summary Federal and Minnesota state laws give residents of long-term care facilities, including nursing homes and assisted living communities, specific legal rights. The Nursing Home Reform Act mandates standards for care and resident rights, while the Older Americans Act provides advocacy… Read more »
The Long-Term Consequences of Slip and Fall Injuries
Injuries sustained in slip-and-fall accidents often entail considerable financial, physical, and emotional consequences. Summary Slip and fall injuries can lead to long-term physical, emotional, and financial impacts, making timely action for justice and compensation crucial. Physical consequences of slip and fall injuries include fractures, sprains, head injuries, spinal cord injuries, and chronic pain, which may… Read more »
6 Types of Evidence Used in Slip and Fall Cases
Whenever a slip-and-fall accident occurs, the results can be catastrophic. If this has happened to you or someone close to you, it will be critically important that you have the help of an attorney. That will be your best chance of obtaining the compensation you deserve. Sand Law attorneys have the experience and skill it will… Read more »
Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents
Slip-and-fall accidents are often the result of a property owner failing to remove unexpected obstacles from walkways or prevent conditions that cause people to lose their traction with the floor and fall. Summary Slip-and-fall accidents, where individuals slip on another’s property and suffer injuries, can lead to severe injuries. Causes of slip-and-fall accidents include wet… Read more »
How Can a Personal Injury Accident Cause a Traumatic Brain Injury?
Too often, reckless behavior results in a personal injury accident that inflicts a traumatic brain injury on someone else. Summary Personal injury accidents can traumatic brain injuries when an individual sustains blunt-force trauma to the head. Brain damage can cause a traumatic brain injury that can cause symptoms like headaches, nausea, memory loss, and vision… Read more »
Slips and Falls: Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common causes of slip and fall accidents? The most common causes of slip and fall accidents include wet and uneven surfaces. These include loose floorboards or mats, broken sidewalks, potholes in parking lots, messy or recently mopped floors, or weak staircases. Slip and fall accidents can be extremely dangerous. While they’re… Read more »
What Measures Are Businesses Required to Take to Prevent Slip and Falls?
Summary Businesses must take steps to prevent slip-and-falls, which can lead to severe injuries and, in some cases, tragedies. Minnesota law mandates property owners to take reasonable steps to keep patrons safe. Specific steps include posting warning signs, promptly cleaning spills, installing slip-resistant slowing, and others. A slip-and-fall lawyer can help you obtain compensation if… Read more »
Common Causes of Slip And Falls
Summary Common causes of slip and falls include hazardous walking surfaces, wet floors, inadequate signage, etc. A property owner or manager’s negligence often contributes to slip and fall accidents. A skilled personal injury attorney can prove negligence and help an injury victim obtain maximum compensation. Movies and television shows often depict slips and falls as… Read more »
Slip and Fall on Ice in Public. Do I Have a Case?
Summary Slips and falls on ice injure thousands of Minnesotans each year. Determining liability in a case involving a slip and fall on ice in a public area can be challenging. Property owners, governmental entities, and homeowners can face liability after these accidents. Hiring a personal injury lawyer will be an injury victim’s best chance… Read more »
The Use of Expert Witnesses in Slip and Fall Cases
Summary: Expert witnesses can often make the difference in a slip and fall case. Nearly 40% of all brain injuries in Minnesota result from falls yearly. Effective expert witnesses in slip and fall cases communicate technical concepts in a way people can understand. Types of witnesses include medical, biomechanical, and premises liability experts. Expert witness… Read more »