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We are all aware of our risk for a slip and fall accident during the winter. That is why property owners in Allentown have only ten (10) hours to clear their sidewalks following a storm. Winter is not the only time you are at risk of personal injury from a slip and fall accident.
According to the World Health Organization falls are the second leading cause of accidental injury deaths worldwide. Approximately 684,000 people die globally as a result of falls, with 37.3 million requiring medical attention.
Knowing how to prevent slip and fall accidents is the first step to keeping yourself safe. Keeping a personal injury attorney’s phone number in your pocket and knowing what to do after a slip and fall accident is important to your recovery and receipt of the compensation you deserve.
When you are in a slip and fall accident, there are several steps you need to take to insure your medical needs are met. It is also important to gather sufficient information in the event you need to consult with an attorney regarding a claim.
Do not make statements that may be interpreted as your acceptance of blame. Something as innocent as saying you are embarrassed at being so clumsy can be twisted against you in negotiations or court.
Do not make accusations against the business or homeowner about the cause of your fall. If there are conditions...
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