Staircase Accidents
Each year, there are countless reports of people injured in slip-and-fall accidents on stairs at home, in public, or in the workplace. It is the responsibility of property owners and managers to make sure that staircases and entrances are safe for pedestrians and are free of any hazards that might cause injury.
If a person suffers an injury on a staircase due to negligent maintenance or actions on the part of the property manager or owner, he or she may be eligible for compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. If you have been injured in a staircase slip-and-fall accident, consult an experienced Atlanta personal injury lawyer of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC at 770-631-1811.
Common Types of Staircase Accidents
Staircase accidents are often caused by:
- Ice or snow on staircases
- Rain pooling or gathering on or below stairways
- Liquid spills on stairs
- Objects or debris in high-traffic areas
- Defective handrails
- Damaged steps
- Lack of traction on the surface of the stairs
If a person slips and falls on a staircase, he or she may suffer serious injuries as a result of the fall. It is important for property owners, manager, and maintenance crews to properly maintain stairways in order to prevent injuries to pedestrians.
Contact Us
If you or someone you love has been injured in a slip-and-fall accident, contact the experienced Atlanta slip-and-fall injury lawyers of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC at 770-631-1811 to discuss the facts of your case.
