Residents of Georgia have likely heard of the magician David Copperfield, who has become the subject of a lawsuit. A British tourist filed a claim stating that he experienced a slip and fall injury after David Copperfield asked him to take part in his magic act. The...
Premises Liability
Injuries and unsafe buildings
Georgia residents can incur an injury due to an unsafe building at any time. This occurs more often than they may like to think, and it is important that they know what actions to take afterwards. If someone sustains an injury on another person's property, premises...
Many floors fail to meet minimum ANSI slip-resistance standard
Buildings in Georgia and around the country often have floors made out of materials that have been chosen for their durability and appearance rather than their safety benefits, according to study from the risk-assessment firm CNA. The Virginia-based company looked...
Injuries involving stairs are becoming more common
Emergency rooms in Georgia and around the country treat an injury involving stairs about every 30 seconds according to a recent study from the Nationwide Children's Hospital. Researchers from the Ohio-based pediatric hospital looked at emergency room data compiled...
The dangers of same-level slip and fall accidents for customers
Employers in Georgia may be underestimating the danger of slip and fall accidents on their premises. According to a study by New Pig, an authority in drips, leaks and spills, employers who ignore these potential hazards may suffer losses in productivity as well as...