Not surprisingly, slip and fall injuries seem to increase in the winter. Snow and ice make walking surfaces slick, and pedestrians who are caught off guard can quite easily fall and injure themselves – sometimes quite severely. If you slip and fall this winter, a Philadelphia personal injury attorney at Console & Hollawell should examine your case. But the best approach, of course, is not to slip and fall in the first place. As winter approaches, be sure to walk carefully in the following areas:

Entryways and Foyers

Entryways and foyers are not exposed directly to the elements, but they can still be slippery due to melted snow. Ideally, building owners should outfit entryways and foyers with no-slip solutions, but many building owners don’t. The best way to avoid slipping in wet entryways and foyers is to walk slowly and use handrails when possible.

Elevated Walkways

Because they aren’t warmed by radiant ground heat, elevated walkways become icy faster than sidewalks. Weather forecasters often remind drivers that bridges get slick before ground-level roads, and we even see these warnings on road signs. But those warnings aren’t just for motorists. Pedestrians should also heed this warning when they use elevated walkways.

Remote Parking Lots

During the Christmas shopping season, many shoppers park wherever they can, including in remote parking lots that don’t receive the best maintenance. When parking in these lots, many people fall immediately after exiting their car. To avoid that fate, test the slickness of the ground with one foot while you remain in the driver’s seat.

Vehicle Steps

From the steps and ladders on big rigs to the running boards on SUVs, the stepping surfaces on vehicles are ice magnets. Prior to placing your full weight on a step or ladder rung, check it for ice with your toe or hand.

Have You Been Injured in a Slip and Fall Accident?

Slip and fall accidents happen year round, but winter weather can make them more likely. At Console & Hollawell, our PA personal injury attorneys are experienced with all types of slip and fall accidents. If you’ve fallen in an area that you didn’t know was slick, speak with a Philadelphia personal injury attorney at our firm today.

For over 17 years, the PA personal injury attorneys at Console & Hollawell have helped injury victims recover damages via settlement or court trial. Call us today for a free consultation.

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