Sidewalk Injuries in Arizona

    PHOENIX, AZ, August 23, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The everyday motion of walking or running on sidewalks is rarely ever given a second thought. Yet these fixtures in our city can have dangerous flaws like cracks, holes and uneven and irregular components. These types of flaws can cause numerous accidents and injuries to an unsuspecting pedestrian. Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa, Scottsdale and surrounding areas are filled with these flawed sidewalks that can injure you or a loved one at any moment.

The city officials in the Phoenix area are in charge of making sure that the sidewalks are safe for pedestrians. Poorly maintained sidewalks can cause numerous damages to you and your family. Unfortunately, they do not usually take responsibility for the injuries caused by these faulty sidewalks in most injury cases. Some examples of the types of injuries that these dangerous sidewalks can cause include:

Types of Injuries

• Broken bones
• Head trauma
• Concussion
• Scarring/ Bruising
• Spinal cord injury
• Back injury
• Fractured limb

These injuries can result in expensive medical bills, physical therapy, lost wages and can be the reason for life changing ailments. An Arizona personal injury lawyer can help examine the evidence of your case and help award you with compensation for your injuries. There are many different defects on a sidewalk that can cause injury, some examples include:

Dangerous sidewalk defects

• Cracked Sidewalk
• Uneven Pavement
• Slippery sidewalk
• Potholes
• Irregular sidewalk

Not only city officials can be held responsible for the injuries caused by a dangerous sidewalk. If a property owner was in charge of the maintenance of the sidewalk or if a city worker inadequately repaired the sidewalk, they can also be held accountable for your injuries.

A sidewalk injury case can be difficult to prove and establish. It is important that after the injury has occurred to take photographs of the defective sidewalk in order to assess the severity of the damage and fault. Pedestrians are also not the only ones in danger of becoming a victim of a defective sidewalk. Individuals who use walkers, canes, wheelchairs, skateboards, bikes, roller skates, or scooters can also be susceptible to injuries.

While you may be caught off guard with being the victim of a sidewalk injury, there are some safety measures you or loved once can take. Some precautions include:

Safety Measures

• Know your travel route
• Be informed of any construction work in the area
• Wear comfortable and durable shoes
• If you see defective parts of the sidewalk inform Maricopa city officials as soon as possible.
• If you are using a bike or other recreational device on the sidewalk, wear appropriate safety gear.

Contact an Arizona Personal Injury Attorney

While safety measures can help in some cases, there is no true prevention for sidewalk accidents. An Arizona personal injury attorney can examine your case and help you receive compensation for your injuries. Property owners and city officials are responsible for the maintenance of the sidewalks and should be held accountable. For more information please contact: www.solomonrelihan.com

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