Articles Posted in Premises Liability

Slip and fall accidents are among the most common causes of personal injury claims in the United States. According to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), slips and falls result in over 1 million emergency room visits annually, accounting for 12% of all fall-related hospital visits. In Illinois, property owners have a duty to maintain safe premises, and when they fail to do so, victims have the right to seek compensation for their injuries.

In this blog, we’ll walk through a typical slip and fall case using a fictional example to explain how these claims are handled—from the moment of the accident to investigation, settlement, or trial.

The Incident: A Fictional Case

As winter approaches, commercial property owners face the annual challenge of maintaining safe walkways and parking lots free from snow and ice. Failing to clear these areas properly can lead to hazardous slip and fall conditions that result in serious injuries. In Illinois, commercial property owners and snow removal contractors have a legal duty to ensure that they take reasonable steps to keep their premises safe during winter weather. Negligence in snow plowing or improper maintenance can make these parties liable for injuries resulting from dangerous slip and fall conditions.

In this blog, our Illinois slip and fall attorneys explore what constitutes negligent snow plowing, the legal responsibilities of commercial property owners, and how hazardous conditions on sidewalks and parking lots can give rise to personal injury claims.

Legal Responsibilities of Commercial Property Owners

Rotator cuff tears are common injuries resulting from slip and fall accidents in Illinois. These injuries can be extremely painful, affecting a person’s ability to work or complete daily tasks. Understanding how a rotator cuff injury happens, how to prove liability in a slip and fall case, and how to maximize your compensation is crucial for those seeking justice.

What Is a Rotator Cuff Tear?

The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons surrounding the shoulder joint. It helps stabilize the shoulder and allows for arm movement, such as lifting or rotating the arm. When one or more of these tendons is torn, the injury is known as a rotator cuff tear. Depending on the severity, these tears can either be: Continue reading