Premises liability cases entail sustaining an injury on public property, or private property you have a legal right to be on, due to the owner's negligence. Accidents can result from a lack of maintenance, improper construction, obstructions, inadequate security measures, or other hazardous conditions.
Common accidents in supermarkets, retail stores, and other commercial buildings include slips, trips, and falls, often caused by wet floors or loose inventory. However, these are not the only places you should exercise caution. Hazards are all around you, including these locations:
Playgrounds
You take your kids to the park to have fun, not to get hurt, yet this happens more often than you may realize. Playground equipment is often high, can get hot or and may not undergo sufficient maintenance. These traits can lead to broken bones, concussions, burns, and other injuries. The rate of traumatic brain injuries for playground accidents has increased, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Gyms
Do you work out at a private gym or play basketball at a public gymnasium? Most injuries probably come from the exercise, but sometimes the cause is the place itself. Equipment may malfunction, or surfaces may be slippery. These cases can be more challenging if you signed a waiver before use, but they are still worth pursuing.
Stadiums
There is nothing like a night out for a ball game, concert, or other entertainment at a stadium. Things can easily get out of hand at these events, though. The large mess can make slips or trips-and-falls more likely to happen. Lots of stairs mean a greater risk of accidents, and the high usage of the arena can result in seats and other components being damaged quickly.
Offices
Working at the office may seem like the safest place of employment, and for the most part, you are right. However, offices have their share of hazards as well. The most common are objects striking or falling on you. Defective equipment can also result in injuries. In this case, you may be able to file a workers' compensation claim.
If you have suffered an injury due to a property owner's negligence, you may be able to claim compensation. Speak with an experienced personal injury attorney concerning your legal options.