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...
The repercussions of a fall may grow more severe with age
A fall-related incident could take a devastating toll on the health and well-being of a victim of virtually any age. However, studies indicate that there are various reasons for which slip-and-fall accidents may pose a greater risk to the elderly. Individuals in New...
Possible signs of neck injuries after a fall-related accident
While a fall-related incident can occur in the blink of an eye, the aftermath of such an incident could continue to haunt a person through the rest of life. Studies indicate that neck injuries continue to be a common concern for victims of slip-and-fall accidents in...
Fall-related risks for household workers
There are a multitude of individuals who work in professions that require them to visit another party’s home to perform job-related tasks and some may even work within a household year-round. Those who work in professions such as plumbing may visit numerous houses...
Fall-related hazards at amusement parks
With summer approaching, many families may be preparing to take the kids to one of many popular vacation destinations. In many cases, a summer trip might include visiting a local theme park and with the excitement involved with such an occasion, individuals in New...
Trips and slips can lead to serious head injuries for victims
After suffering a severe blow to the head, a New Mexico victim may struggle with memory, cognition and other functions of daily life. This is possible regardless of how the injury happened as the severity of head injuries depends on factors that include the force of...