Shopping accident liability guidelines and responsibilities

On behalf of Aiken and Aiken P.C. Personal Injury Attorneys posted in Premises Liability on Saturday, January 7, 2017

Massachusetts shoppers who slip and fall on a wet floor may have a legal claim against the owner. These types of accidents result in thousands of civil lawsuits around the country each year. Shopping injuries are surprisingly common and often result from a failure to properly secure the shopping area of a store. From wet floors to items left out in the open for customers to trip over, stores are required to maintain an environment that is reasonably free of hazards.

Premises liability case dismissed by appellate court

On behalf of Aiken and Aiken P.C. Personal Injury Attorneys posted in Premises Liability on Wednesday, December 28, 2016

A tragic premises liability case demonstrates the kind of test courts apply in Massachusetts and elsewhere in determining whether a basis for a claim exists. The lower court’s dismissal of the case was recently upheld by the Tennessee Court of Appeals.

Safety tips for swimming pool owners

On behalf of Aiken and Aiken P.C. Personal Injury Attorneys posted in Premises Liability on Saturday, July 9, 2016

As hot and humid weather approaches, many Massachusetts residents may be looking forward to cooling off in their swimming pools. While swimming can be an enjoyable sport, those who own a swimming pool can be held liable if someone is injured on their property. With a few safety tips, however, swimming pool owners can ensure that everyone stays safe on their property.

Guests may have been feeding alligators before Disney attack

On behalf of Aiken and Aiken P.C. Personal Injury Attorneys posted in Premises Liability on Monday, June 20, 2016

Massachusetts residents have probably heard about the fatal alligator attack that recently took place at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. On June 14, a toddler was killed by an alligator when the animal dragged him into the water at the Seven Seas Lagoon. Since the fatal incident, reports have emerged that the Walt Disney World Resort knew about the alligators on its property but did nothing to warn guests in high-risk areas of the property.

When a property owner may be held liable for fall accidents

On behalf of Aiken and Aiken P.C. Personal Injury Attorneys posted in Premises Liability on Wednesday, June 1, 2016

When a Massachusetts resident becomes injured in a slip and fall accident, they may already want to blame the proprietor. However, it can be difficult to determine who is liable for slip and fall accidents especially if the accident takes place on private property.

Blind woman sues Zac Brown for injuries suffered at concert

On behalf of Aiken and Aiken P.C. Personal Injury Attorneys posted in Premises Liability on Friday, February 19, 2016

A blind woman has filed a negligence and premises liability lawsuit against country singer Zac Brown for injuries that she claims she suffered during a concert of the Zac Brown Band at Boston’s Fenway Park in August 2015. Live Nation Entertainment, which was operating the event, is also named in the Massachusetts court filing.

Slip-and-fall accidents on sidewalks and parking lots

On behalf of Aiken and Aiken P.C. Personal Injury Attorneys posted in Premises Liability on Monday, February 1, 2016

During the winter months in Massachusetts, snow and ice on sidewalks and parking lots can be a big problem for people trying to walk across them. When the sidewalk is a public one in running in front of a business or a home, the question may arise regarding who has the responsibility to clear it.

Adequate security staffing for big events

On behalf of Aiken and Aiken P.C. Personal Injury Attorneys posted in Premises Liability on Monday, December 7, 2015

Safety is an important concern for those who operate Massachusetts clubs and for those who patronize them. A serious incident could lead to injuries or deaths, which makes it particularly important to focus on crowd management. However, it may be difficult to determine an exact formula for providing enough security for a large event. There are many factors to take into account, and knowing one’s own clientele is an important starting point.

Slip-and-fall accidents and floor maintenance

On behalf of Aiken and Aiken P.C. Personal Injury Attorneys posted in Premises Liability on Friday, December 4, 2015

Many Massachusetts residents are injured from slip-and-fall accidents each year. When these accidents occur on the property of another person, that person may be held responsible if they knew, or reasonably should have known, about the hazard and failed to correct it for a victim who was legally entitled to be on those premises.

Man injured at hazardous outdoor event

On behalf of Aiken and Aiken P.C. Personal Injury Attorneys posted in Premises Liability on Monday, November 23, 2015

Before winter approaches, people in Massachusetts may be enjoying their last outdoor parties and picnics of the season. Outdoor events can be fun, but they can also involve safety risks that leave event organizers liable for injuries. One man in New Jersey had to undergo surgery after attending a company picnic hosted by his wife’s employer.