Slip and Fall Accidents and Retirement Communities

St. George, Utah has a lot of retirement communities, and because of the large population of elderly people there is also a large number of slip and fall accidents. These types of spills can be quite dangerous for someone over 65. Retirement communities need to be extra cautious to protect their residents from these types of accidents.

Why Falls are Dangerous

For an aging person, even a seemingly minor slip and fall sustained while walking to the mailbox can be life-threatening. As we age our bones become more brittle. Bone marrow decreases, which allows bones to break more easily. The medical bills that result from a fall can get quite expensive, and sometimes a lawyer needs to get involved to ensure that the insurance company helps cover the costs of recovery.

Recovery From a Fall

Those who live in a retirement community like those in St. George are more likely to be found and sent to the hospital quickly. People often have to spend six months or more doing physical therapy to recover from a broken hip or torn knee. This can increase the danger for blood clots because the injured person has to spend more time confined to a bed.

Who is Responsible?

Depending on where the fall occurs, someone else may be responsible for the medical bills that result from an accident. If an accident occurs on private property that person is liable for the injury. A lawyer can help the injured person receive the assistance they need to deal with a slip and fall accident.

Who Can Prevent This?

Falls can be prevented by ensuring that there are no cracks in the sidewalk, all walkways are cleared of snow and ice and that floors are dry inside buildings. Retirement communities like those in St. George should take extra precautions because the age of their residents can lead to an increased risk for falls. No one wants to have to call a lawyer for an accident that could have been prevented.

Lura Briggs is a legal writer for Fusion 360, an SEO and content marketing agency. Information provided by Robert J Debry. Follow on Twitter.