Slip-and-Fall Injuries
Dangerous premises can put innocent people in harm’s way when those premises cause a slip-and-fall or other injury. If you have suffered a slip-and-fall injury because of defective or dangerous premises, talk to a lawyer at Jacobs & Jacobs in New Haven, Connecticut.
Homeowners, business and apartment building owners and managers, and retail establishment owners and managers are responsible for keeping their premises safe for residents, customers, and visitors. When they fail in that responsibility, the result can be a serious slip-and-fall injury.
- Icy surfaces: Failure to properly clear and salt icy steps, sidewalks or parking lots can cause a serious fall. Snow and ice left long after a storm is especially dangerous.
- Unexpected, unrepaired potholes: Potholes in parking lots can be particularly dangerous at night if the lot is unlighted or inadequately lighted. A sudden surface change can cause a complicated fracture or a head injury.
- Slippery floors: When a slippery floor results from poor maintenance — a slippery spot left uncleaned or a leaking refrigeration unit, for example — the situation can cause slip-and-fall injuries.
- Code violation: Improper handrails, uneven stairs and inadequate lighting can cause a fall and injury.
- Inadequate security: Inadequate security can lead to violent assaults and serious injuries. When a parking garage or building lobby does not have visible cameras and security guards, the situation can be life-threatening.
You are welcome to call 866-668-7179 or e-mail our law firm to talk about your slip-and-fall injuries. If you cannot come to the office, we will come to your hospital room or home. We want to help you and your family through this.