Eating out at restaurants may be your version of a leisure activity after a demanding workday. But you may find yourself in a tougher spot when you slip and fall during your restaurant visit. Under New Mexico law, the restaurant owner has an obligation to provide you...
Did you slip, or did you trip and fall?
As difficult as it is to accept, most people will trip or slip and fall at a point in their life. The sadder fact is the accident may not even be your fault. Although falls do not always result in personal injury, there are times when falling may lead you to endure...
Should my injuries be severe before I can file a slip-and-fall lawsuit?
Slips and falls are common accidents that can happen to anyone. You’ll find plenty of things to slip or trip on everywhere you go. And with so many ways to fall – slipping on a slick surface, tripping over objects, dropping from an unsecured ladder, etc. – it’s no...
Are you partially at fault for a slip-and-fall?
Accidents happen to the best of us. A slip-and-fall accident occurs when someone slips or trips within someone else’s premises or property. The settlement money you will receive for your injuries and other damages depends on the percentage of fault. The higher your...
How comparative negligence affects your slip and fall claim
A high percentage of all slip-and-fall incidents happen in restaurants. The property or restaurant owner may be held responsible if a customer or staff member is seriously injured because of their negligence. However, New Mexico is a pure comparative negligence state,...
Is Your Child Safe On A Playground?
When you take your child to play at a park or other type of recreational area, you may assume that he or she is safe. Playgrounds should be areas that are free from unnecessary hazards and safety issues, but unfortunately, they are not always properly designed or...
What To Do If Your Child Slips And Falls At School
Whenever you drop your kids off at school, you trust the institution to keep them safe. Therefore, it can be extremely upsetting when your kid sustains a severe injury in a supposedly harm-free environment. If you suspect the school was negligent, you may wonder what...
Who Can You Sue For Premises Liability?
Property owners are responsible for maintaining the property they own. They are liable for accidents that happen to visitors or guests within their premises. If you have suffered injuries on another person’s property, you may be able to hold them accountable for...
Possible Financial Challenges After Slip-And-Fall Accidents
Being involved in a fall-related incident can be a harrowing experience and the outcome thereof may impact a person’s life in various ways. However, while most individuals may be aware of how a slip-and-fall accident could affect their health, they might not always be...
Seeking Medical Care After A Fall-Related Incident May Be Vital
While a fall-related accident could occur at any moment, being prepared to handle the aftermath of such an incident might not always be so simple. There may be various steps to take after a slip-and-fall accident, one of which may involve seeking swift medical care....