With the holiday shopping season underway, there may be a multitude of individuals who are gearing up to check off their list of presents to buy for family members and friends. During this season, retail stores may see a noticeable increase in consumer traffic, and...
Fall-related incident at Dollar General leads to serious injuries
There are many stores and retail chains that may see a multitude of customers come through their doors every day. These establishments may have a duty to provide consumers in New Mexico with a safe shopping environment and if they fail to identify and address safety...
Slip-and-fall risks on public sidewalks
Sidewalks may be present in a multitude of areas it might be difficult to determine how many people might travel these paths on any given day. While sidewalks may be intended to provide pedestrians with a safe place to navigate areas, there may also be some scenarios...
Unsecured carpet and your risk for a trip-and-fall accident
When you consider risks to your personal safety, you may not consider the potential harm you face when simply visiting a store or other place of business. While shopping, visiting a doctor’s office or visiting different public places, you could very well be facing a...
Common causes of fall-related incidents at grocery stores
The task of visiting the store to pick up essential items is something that most individuals may bear. However, while browsing the aisles at a local grocery store, many individuals in New Mexico might not be aware of the hazards that might lie in wait nearby. While...
Issues that might lead to uneven surfaces
Sudden changes in surface elevations can pose a significant threat to one’s ability to safely navigate an area and sometimes it could prove nearly impossible to detect similar hazards. There are a variety of issues that could act to create uneven surfaces and property...
What should you do after a slip-and-fall accident?
Being involved in a fall-related accident can be a devastating experience and the aftermath of such an incident could leave a person facing numerous challenges in life. Those who suffer harm in a fall on another party’s property may wish to take the necessary measures...
Mitigating fall risks in apartment complex stairways
There may be a multitude of individuals who reside in apartments and many of these complexes may consist of several stories worth of units. Individuals in New Mexico who do not live on the first floor of an apartment complex may face a need to use complex stairways...
Fall incidents remain a common cause of injuries in hotels
When preparing for a business trip or vacation, it might not be uncommon for many individuals to make plans to stay in a hotel for the duration of their trips. While individuals in New Mexico may research a hotel’s prices and amenities before settling on a location,...
Adequate cleaning procedures can prevent slip-and-fall accidents
When you go to work, visit a store, check into a hotel or visit any public place, there could be various hazards that may affect your health and safety. From slippery floors to the presence of tripping hazards, you could find yourself the victim of a slip-and-fall or...