Access Ramp Injuries
In order to comply with the requirements set forth by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), business owners often discover that they need to renovate their stores and offices with handrails and ramps to make sure they are accessible for all patrons and visitors.
While access-ramps are often extremely convenient and helpful, accidents can occur if they are poorly designed or maintained. If a person suffers a slip-and-fall injury on an access ramp, the business owner may be held liable for pain, suffering, medical expenses, and other damages. For more information on access ramp injuries, contact the Atlanta personal injury lawyers of Webb, Lindsey, Wade, Taylor & Thompson, LLC at 770-631-1811.
Causes of Access Ramp Accidents
Accidents may be caused by:
- Poorly designed ramps (improper grading, placement, etc)
- Liquid spills on ramp surfaces
- Inclement weather (ice, snow, etc)
- Obstructions on the surface of the ramp
- Improper traction
- Lack of handrails and other support systems
Persons who are injured on the premises of a business or private property may be eligible for compensation for expenses incurred by the accident. If an individual is forced to seek medical treatment or misses valuable work-time due to the slip-and-fall accident, he or she may be able to pursue legal action against those responsible for the maintenance of the property.
Contact Us
If you or someone you love has been injured in an access ramp accident, contact the Atlanta premises liability attorneys of Webb, Lindsey, Wade, Taylor & Thompson, LLC at 770-631-1811 to discuss your legal options.
