Staircases are a common fixture in many residences and buildings across the United States. Both indoor and outdoor stairways require maintenance, and certain fixtures such as handrails and grip pads are a necessity to ensure the safety of all of those who may use the stairway. Property owners have a responsibility to take these actions, and failing to do so may cause injury to others.
If you or a loved one has been victimized by an improperly or inadequately maintained staircase, contact Jacksonville stair injury attorney Donald Guthrie at 904-493-6455.
Possible Sources of Staircase Injuries
Property owners have a duty to ensure the safety of those who are on their property, especially if they are there for the purposes of doing business. Unfortunately, there are numerous areas where a property owner may fail to live up to this responsibility and expose their staircase users to unnecessary risks, some of which may include:
Having loose carpeting, rugs, or grip pads on a stairway
Allowing spilled liquid or other substances to remain on stairs, creating a slippery and hazardous surface
Failing to have handrails or grip pads installed on a staircase
Neglecting to use salt or other similar materials in icy weather
If a property owner fails to take these steps, serious injuries can occur, even if a stairway is only a few steps tall. Hip fractures, broken arms and legs, and head trauma are all common injuries that occur as a result of stairway injuries, all of which can carry with them major medical expenses.
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Property ownership carries with it serious responsibilities, and failing to live up to these responsibilities is unacceptable. If you or a loved one has been the victim of an inadequately maintained staircase, contact Jacksonville stairway injury attorney Donald Guthrie at 904-493-6455.