Winter brings ice and snow to the Washington, D.C. area, and with it, the risk of slip and fall accidents. Property owners are required to keep their premises reasonably safe, which means taking certain steps to prevent slip and fall accidents due to snow and ice. But victims have to do more...
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Today, you might have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities, such as training at a CrossFit center, attending a steam yoga study, or even speed dating. These are fast-paced, exciting activities that are meant to get your heart pumping. Unfortunately, they also carry a higher risk for injury. Along with the opportunity...
Read MoreWhen is a Hotel at Fault for an Accident?
Injury Attorneys Holding Hotel Owners Responsible for Accidents and Injuries on their Premises in Washington DC
Hotels are just like any other business. The law requires them to provide a safe premise for those visiting their facilities. When you visit a hotel, you are there to relax, visit with family and friends, do business, or... Read MorePremises Liability: Exploring the Duties of Property Owners in D.C.
Injury Attorneys Holding Property Owners Liable in Premises Liability Cases Washington, D.C.
Premises liability is an area of personal injury law that focuses on a property owner’s legal obligation toward those who visit his or her property. In some cases, this obligation might extend to property managers or contractors who are responsible for maintaining... Read MoreWhat Constitutes a Defective Sidewalk?
Personal Injury Attorneys Fighting for Victims of Defective Sidewalks in Washington, D.C.
A defective sidewalk can lead to a plethora of devastating injuries – from slips and trips to broken bones, facial lacerations, or even a traumatic brain injury (TBI). However, what constitutes a defective sidewalk versus a person’s natural clumsiness? How would that determination... Read MoreCommon Injuries Seen on Escalators and Elevators
Personal Injury Attorneys Serving Victims of Elevator and Escalator Injuries throughout Washington, D.C.
In metropolitan areas, it is common to see escalators and elevators. Unfortunately, there are a variety of malfunctions that can lead to devastating injuries. The buildings that use these transportation options and the companies that manufactured or maintained them could be liable... Read MoreWhat Homeowners Can Do to Prevent Premises Liability Claims
Maryland Premises Liability
Maryland premises liability law holds landowners responsible when someone else is injured on their land. If you have been injured on another’s property, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. However, your rights when injured on someone else’s property depend upon your legal status while on the property. Also, those who are...
Read MoreCan I Hold a Casino Liable For an Injury?
According to the Washington Business Journal, a D.C. man has filed a lawsuit against Cordish Cos. Inc., the developer of Maryland Live! Casino in Anne Arundel County, for $150,000 after a roulette wheel ball injured him in a casino accident. The news source reported that the man filed the lawsuit last November in the U.S....
Read MoreFourth of July Firework Safety Tips
Do you plan to celebrate the Fourth of July this weekend with a firework display? If you do, make sure you are careful, as the incorrect handling of these items can lead to serious injuries and house fires. We represent injury victims in Virginia —each jurisdiction has its own laws about fireworks. Make sure that...
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