How Must Businesses Prevent Slip and Fall Accidents?
Every retail store – or any other business open to the public, for that matter – owes the people coming into that business a duty to do whatever possible to prevent slip and fall accidents. When the business fails to do so, and someone is injured, the victim may be able to file a personal… Read more »
I Was Injured on a Dangerous Staircase. Can I Sue?
Falling down the stairs can result in serious injuries, such as brain, back, and neck injuries. These severe injuries often require expensive long-term medical treatment. Victims of slip and fall accidents or staircase accidents are often left with high medical bills, change to their quality of life, and overall mental anguish. Each year falls account… Read more »
Common Parking Lot Slips, Trips and Falls
Parking lots are a common site for slips, trips, and falls. Common Types of Parking Lot Hazards Parking lots can be incredibly hazardous for many different reasons. It may not seem like it, but parking lots are filled with places to trip, slip, and fall. Parking lots that aren’t well maintained may be even more… Read more »
Why Construction Accidents Are So Common and How to Prevent Them
Construction workers are at a higher risk for injuries on the job, including even fatal injuries. Members of the workforce know that all careers come with their own set of drawbacks. Without a doubt, some are inherently more dangerous than others. Construction workers spend their days using heavy tools and machinery, often at intimidating heights…. Read more »
6 Most Common Types of Wrongful Deaths
Wrongful death claims can be brought against someone who has caused the death of another person. This death can be caused by negligence or intentional action. Wrongful death claims allow people to file a lawsuit against whoever was legally liable for the death. Lawsuits for wrongful death are usually filed by a representative of the… Read more »
Winter Slip-and-Fall Injuries in Minnesota
Minnesota Winter Slip and Fall Injury Claims Slip-and-fall injuries are some of the most common grounds for premises liability claims in Minnesota. The legal theory of premises liability is that the owners and operators of a property need to exercise a reasonable amount of care to ensure that the property is safe for the people… Read more »
St. Paul Slip and Fall Accidents in Stores
Can I Sue a Store for Slipping and Falling on their Property? The amount of time that most people spend in stores would surprise most consumers. We have to spend time in grocery stores, consignment stores, as well as a number of miscellaneous retail locations to purchase almost everything we use in our day to… Read more »
Evidence in a Minnesota Slip and Fall Claim
Proving Negligence in a Minnesota Slip and Fall Claim Slip and fall accidents have the potential to happen almost anywhere. All it takes is a bit of uneven flooring or a stray power cable trailing across the ground for someone to lose their balance and hit the floor in a way that injures them. These… Read more »
Minneapolis and St. Paul Sidewalk Shoveling Laws
Local ordinances across Minnesota require property owners to clear snow and ice from their sidewalks to prevent slips and falls. In St. Paul, snow and ice must be removed within 24 hours (St. Paul City Ordinance Chapters 113-114). In Minneapolis, there are different requirements for single-family homes/duplexes and commercial properties like apartments and businesses. Houses… Read more »
Minnesota Winter Premises Liability
Minnesota winters complicate many things, including premises liability caused by slips and falls. Winter weather has arrived in the Twin Cities. Every year, Minnesota sees an increase in injuries and accidents when the snow starts falling and temperatures drop below freezing. One of the most common causes of winter weather injuries are stairways or entryways… Read more »