Sidewalk Injuries
Pedestrians walk along sidewalks so they do not have to share the road with cars, an otherwise dangerous activity. Sidewalks are supposed to be paved pathways for pedestrians to traverse safely from one place to another. However, cement sidewalks aren’t always adequately maintained.
If you have been injured while walking on a sidewalk, you may be eligible to receive compensation. The Philadelphia premises liability lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. have decades of experience protecting the rights of injured people. Contact us at 215-238-1130 to speak with an experienced attorney.
Potential Sidewalk Issues
Sidewalks often contain serious hazards for pedestrians. Sidewalks begin to deteriorate with age, weathering, and frequent use. After a sidewalk has begun to deteriorate, it is the responsibility of the property owner or the city to repave the sidewalk, making it once again a safe area for pedestrians. After time, sidewalks can develop:
- Cracks that become larger and larger over time
- Uneven pavement that can cause slip, trip, and fall accidents
- Pot holes
- Tree roots growing larger and protruding from beneath sidewalks
- Gaps in the pavement
- Pavement that is elevated above other segments of sidewalk
- Hedges that extend over sidewalks pathways
Most sidewalks are hazardous to pedestrians because they have fallen into disrepair. However, it is your right as a pedestrian to have a safe, well-maintained pathway to walk on. If you trip and hurt yourself on a sidewalk, you may suffer pain, loss of work, and medical bills. This will have negative and perhaps lifelong consequences on your life.
Contact Us
If you have been injured due to an unsafe sidewalk or footpath, you may be eligible to receive compensation. Contact the Philadelphia personal injury lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 215-238-1130 to learn more about your legal options.