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 »
How Ice and Snow Cause Slip and Fall Accidents
Summary: Slipping and falling on ice and snow can cause catastrophic injuries. Unfortunately, state law doesn’t provide guidance on who is responsible for clearing ice and snow from a property. Municipalities typically establish those rules. Injury victims must contact an experienced attorney to have the best chance of obtaining compensation. On average, between 1,500-2,000 people… Read more »
Minnesota Slip and Fall Laws
Like all areas of personal injury law, slip and fall accidents can be complicated, with several nuances and intricacies. Minnesota slip and fall laws can be complex, but we’re here to walk you through it. We’ll investigate the incident to determine who was to blame. Once we determine fault, we’ll work hard to ensure they… Read more »
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 »