Falls are common and dangerous. They have caused an increase in hospital emergency room visits in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) registered over nine million fall victims in 2015. Although this is an everyday situation, few people know how to...
A slip-and-fall or a fall from a high place will likely cause injuries, some so severe that victims might need ongoing medical attention. Still, these are not the only consequences of a fall, as challenges like unforeseen expenses to your budget could also become a...
If you slip, trip or fall while at a friend's Mississippi home, a restaurant or some other location, you might incur serious injuries. These injuries may make it harder to remain at work, finish your education or engage in other activities that you enjoyed prior to...
Unfortunately, your life in Mississippi can change in a second after slipping and falling. Instead of proceeding with your day or night, falling can instantly cause severe pain while warranting the need for immediate medical attention. As a new study shows, slipping...
Thousands of Mississippi residents are involved in slip-and-fall accidents each year, and many of them are injured while shopping in supermarkets or convenience stores. Retailers are expected to do all that they reasonably can to keep customers safe, but preventing...
When someone falls on your property in Mississippi, the injuries may not initially appear serious. However, slips and falls can lead to lingering issues with severe consequences. Property owners must keep their premises in good repair to avoid negligence claims. What...
Whether someone owns or resides at a property, the individual is responsible for keeping it safe for visitors. Those who get hurt on someone's property might file a civil lawsuit in Mississippi if negligence contributed to their injury. However, not all premises...
Slip and fall accidents can be serious matters. People who trip on broken concrete or a stack of leaves may suffer broken bones or worse. Traumatic brain injuries are not uncommon when someone falls. Therefore, it often seems reasonable that the victim seeks...
When most people visit a store or restaurant in Mississippi, they're thinking about what they'll eat or what items they want to buy. However, it is doubtful that any of them will be thinking about being the victims of slip and fall injuries. Unfortunately, slip and...