Claiming against the city for slip and fall accidents on icy sidewalks
When it comes to walking outside during the winter, my rule has always been “better safe than sorry,” even if it means doubling the time it usually takes me to walk somewhere. However, even if you walk carefully and wear proper footwear, it is still possible to fall victim to a patch of ice. When someone slips and falls on a public sidewalk due to ice or snow, the city may be liable for the injuries sustained if it was…