Slip-and-Fall Accidents on Snow and Ice in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, winters mean lots of snow and ice for businesses, sidewalks and other public buildings. Snow and ice can create hazards for pedestrians and can cause slip-and-fall accidents that result in serious or life-changing injuries. Property owners have a responsibility to reasonably protect guests from these harsh conditions and may be held liable for an accident on snow or ice occurs due to their negligence.
At the law firm of Hill & Associates, P.C., in Philadelphia, our attorneys have more than 20 years of experience dealing with personal injury and premises liability claims in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. Our lawyers are able to evaluate the differences between ice and snow accidents that could not be avoided and those that could have been avoided by proper maintenance and snow removal.
Contact us to learn more about your rights to compensation by scheduling a free initial consultation with us at Hill & Associates. Call us toll free at 866-720-4699 to make an appointment.
Common Ice and Snow Accident Injuries
In movies and television shows, people slipping, tripping and falling on ice and snow are jokes, but in real life, these accidents cause serious trauma and damage to innocent people. Broken bones, as well as spinal cord, neck, back, and even brain injuries can occur as the result of slippery sidewalks caused by ice and snow.
Our firm also represents clients involved in accidents caused by:
- Inadequate lighting
- Falling debris
- Blocked aisles
- Workplace slip-and-fall cases
- Improper warnings
- Inadequate security
In some cases, a third party may be contracted to remove the ice or snow. If that party failed to timely perform on their contract, they may be responsible for your injuries. Our firm will determine who is at fault and who should be held liable for your injuries.
Contact Our Firm About Your Ice and Snow Accident Claims
If you or someone you love has been injured slipping on ice or snow that should have been removed, you need to know your rights under the law. Pursue the compensation you deserve by contacting us at the law firm of Hill & Associates. Schedule a free initial consultation at our Philadelphia office by calling toll free at 866-720-4699.
