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Tips to Prevent Holiday Injuries

November 20, 2019 by Lyle Long
Reindeer doll that offers tips for preventing injury during holidays

The holidays are a time for joy and cheer, but should you suffer an injury, you may find yourself in need of a personal injury lawyer in Pompano Beach, Florida. Unfortunately, from November through mid-January is considered a high-risk time for injuries. These include car accidents, slips and falls, fires and burns, product defects, and more. Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s are among the most dangerous days on the road of the entire year. If you find yourself the victim of a situation requiring legal representation, act quickly to get the best possible outcomes in a court of law.

The Leading Causes of Holiday Injury

Many holiday injuries happen right at home, but there are steps that you can take to keep yourself and your family safe. Some of the most common holiday injuries may surprise you.

Car Accidents

The most traveled days of the year fall throughout the holiday season, meaning there are more cars on the road than at any other time. The day before Thanksgiving is commonly regarded as the busiest travel day of the entire year. It’s estimated that more than one-third of all Americans travel for the holidays, and the transportation method of choice is by car.

Add the increased number of drivers on the road to travelers who aren’t familiar with where they’re going, and it’s a recipe for disaster. With parents driving cars packed with kids and luggage, drivers’ views can become obstructed, leading to an increased rate of accidents. More people drive late at night during the holidays, returning from office parties or gatherings with family and friends. Nighttime driving is already considered to be more dangerous than driving during the day. When you add the fact that there are even more travelers during the holiday season, the risk of an accident increases even further. It’s estimated that nearly 40% of all fatal automobile accidents happen at night.

Tips to avoid holiday car accidents include never drinking and driving, being careful not to overpack your car, eliminating distractions while driving, and being overly cautious of other drivers. Slow down, look both ways, and always anticipate what another vehicle might do. Wear your seatbelt even if you’re just going down the street, and make sure your children are secured in their car or booster seats, if applicable.

If you’re injured in a car accident that results in injury, contact a lawyer as soon as possible.

Slips and Falls

Slips and falls are another common holiday injury. Getting up on the roof to hang holiday lights, putting stars on top of the tree, carrying heavy items, and increased foot traffic at shopping centers all lead to higher chances of slips and falls. Tripping on cracked pavement, sidewalks, and stairs in public places is common as is slipping on water or spills in stores and restaurants.

Tips to avoid holiday slips and falls include exercising extreme caution when climbing ladders and carrying heavy items. If you’re using a ladder, make sure that someone is there to hold the ladder and spot you, and never try to carry more than you can handle. Ask someone for help. When out and about, heed the warning of “Caution! Wet Floor!” signs, and check out your surroundings as you’re walking to look out for any potential hazards.

If you are injured in a slip and fall at a public location, you may be entitled to compensation. Most people aren’t aware, but the same is true at private properties. This is known as premises liability, and a lawyer specializing in slip and fall cases in Pompano Beach can help you get the compensation you deserve.

Scalding, Burns, and Fires

The holidays pose an increased risk for scalding, skin burns, and house fires. The leading causes of these events are cooking and Christmas trees/decorations. Thanksgiving is the most dangerous day to cook, followed by Christmas day. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) states that nearly 20% of holiday home fires are started by cooking equipment.

Holiday decorations pose another considerable risk for injury. Christmas tree fires, decorative lighting malfunctions, and candles are the main culprits. The NFPA states that decorative lighting is the cause of almost half of all Christmas tree fires. This is because people inadvertently place lighting equipment either too close to the tree or plug too many electrical items close together.

Candles and fireworks (often set off on New Year’s Eve) are another cause of fire and holiday injury. To keep your family safe against holiday home fires, be careful not to leave your decorations turned on for extended periods, as this can cause overheating. Make sure that you are not overloading your outlets, and if you notice that a breaker keeps blowing out, take power away from that source. It’s a signal that it’s overloaded.

As always, be careful with open flames and be sure to make sure they’re extinguished before leaving the house or falling asleep. When cooking with deep fryers, crockpots, and other appliances that exert heat, pay close attention to make sure food and surrounding items don’t burn, melt, or catch fire. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby, and make sure that it’s up to date.

Choking Hazards and Product Defects

Choking hazards pose a serious threat to children throughout the holiday season. As friends and loved ones bring gifts, be sure to check the age requirements that are noted on the box. Check for any small pieces that may have broken in transport or that you believe may be unsafe. Each year, millions of toys are recalled due to the number of injuries they are observed to cause in children.

It’s not just toys to look out for, either. Products like baby bottles, pacifiers, and more can also pose a choking hazard to small children. Furthermore, crib products and car seats are often subject to recall, as well. To minimize risk, stay informed on the product recall lists of the current year. If you have a recalled item, be sure to throw it out or return it right away, no matter what.

Product recalls don’t just affect children. Millions of products, ranging from lamps to cooking appliances, power tools, and more, are recalled each year as well. If you or a loved one are injured or suffer a wrongful death due to a product liability issue, reach out to a Pompano Beach attorney right away.

Theft and Assault

While the holidays are supposed to be the happiest time of year, unfortunately, theft and assault crime rates rise during the season, possibly by as much as 30%. People are more likely to be carrying high-value items with them during the holiday season, giving thieves more of an opportunity to get an expensive item when holding someone up. People are also more likely to carry cash this time of year, giving thieves another incentive to attempt robbery.

Sometimes theft comes with assault, something we all hope we never experience. To stay safe, be observant of your surroundings. Don’t walk alone at night into an isolated parking lot or garage, especially if it is not well lit. It’s okay to ask a store employee to accompany you for safety reasons.

Sometimes, people feel more comfortable carrying pepper spray, or keychain “sirens” with them in case they are attacked or feel threatened. A siren or whistle is likely to ward off would-be assailants before an assault or theft can happen, as it draws attention to your location. Another helpful hint is that many cell phones now have discrete emergency notification services in their design. Check with your cellphone manufacturer to see how you can activate 911 services on your phone without an assailant noticing.

Seeking Legal Representation for a Holiday Injury in Pompano Beach, Florida

If you or a loved one fall victim to any injury or crime this holiday season, contact LJW Legal for a free case evaluation. We specialize in a wide variety of practices, including animal attacks, car accidents, personal injury, medical malpractice, product liability cases, slip and fall/premises liability, and wrongful death cases.

We will fight for you in court for the best possible outcome, to get the compensation you deserve.

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Ryan and Helen were very thorough and diligent with my case. This was my first time having to hire for this type of service and am honestly thrilled to have been referred to such a diligent, efficient and caring team. They made sure to stay in touch and keep me updated all throughout my case. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Thank you all for your excellent care.
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Very good, professional and responsible lawyer. His office was in contact with me every time they had new information. Step by step Mr. Alex Jean would explain to me what is going on with my case. I didn’t have to wait for years for results. So far from what I hear from other people about their cases Mr. Alex Jean is the best. And I will reference my family and friends you and thank you so much
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20:35 13 Sep 22
Ryan Wechsler is by far one of the best lawyers around. He gave me the assurance that everything was going to be okay. He is a very professional, respectful, knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and an honest lawyer. His entire team (Daniela & Helen) was amazing. Very pleasant and kept me up to date every step of the way during my case. Ryan fought hard for me! I’m very thankful for all of his hard work and everyone at Long, Jean & Wechsler. If you’re ever in need of a great legal team give them a call.
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14:59 30 Aug 22
Lyle was a pleasure to work with, he delivered on his promises. He was very prompt with his responses and very helpful when we first touched base. I’d definitely take him again on any relevant case.
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02:15 13 Jul 22
I hired Alex Jean for a personal injury case and little did I know I was going to get world class treatment.I was referred to the best Chiropractors in Miami and then when I moved to St.Pete the LJW team had great connections there too.My Tesla is as good as new, my back is recovering and not to mention the settlement from the insurance. If I didn’t hire them I’d still be trying to recover money from insurance to fix my car.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you need a personal injury attorney I 100% recommend Alex Jean and the team at LJW.
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16:29 07 Jul 22
Ryan Wechsler is an excellent attorney. He worked tirelessly on my case, which was a difficult one to begin with. When other attorneys were given me issues to take my case, he was the only one that was reassuring and determine to seek justice for me. I completely trusted his counsel. Had it not been for Mr. Wechsler I would have accumulated a lot of debt. I am forever grateful that he accepted my case.
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12:47 30 Jun 22
Ryan and the team are absolute rock stars! I got a recommendation from a good friend to use them, and I was not disappointed. They solved my issue with one strong letter and avoided a bad situation and lots of time and $$$ saved. I will definitely be using them again if the need ever arises.
Micheca AristildeMicheca Aristilde
19:46 08 Jun 22
Very good firm. I had an unusual case. A crane dropped on my car the week of Christmas. Considering the fact my accident occurred during the holiday season, Lyle and his paralegal, Helen, ensured that I received treatment the same day, got a rental, and even settled my case in less than 6 months.They were extremely polite, communicative, and on top of everything. I highly recommend reaching out to them for great legal representation.
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19:20 08 Jun 22
Worked with Ryan and he helped me navigate the process of our law suit. Was in great communication throughout the process. 5 stars
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02:16 08 Jun 22
We had a great experience with Lyle and their team. The communication worked great, they had the patience to explain all the details to us and were responsive to our questions. We got a great settlement.
Perry CrawfordPerry Crawford
18:55 15 Apr 22
Lyle and his law group conducted themselves professionally and were very caring and concerned about my injury. My recovery was foremost on their minds.He fought for me relentlessly and got me what I truly deserved. His confidence and tenacity won the case decisively.Thanks Lyle.
Andrea ChlimperAndrea Chlimper
17:18 15 Apr 22
I highly recommend Lyle Long and his firm. Additional to a very very good settlement amount, Lyle and his staff were a pleasure to work with. Lyle walked me through the entire process from the moment I contacted him regarding my automobile accident. They were excellent with communication, returning my calls/emails and keeping me informed with updates and progress. Unfortunately, this is my 2nd time hiring his firm. My first experience was that positive that I never thought about hiring another firm to handle my legal matter.
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20:04 28 Mar 22
I highly recommend using this law firm. They’re super friendly, super helpful and very very professional. They had everything under control and dotted all the i’s and crossed all the t’s. I couldn’t be more happy with there service!!!
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18:44 01 Feb 22
I got Into an accident 8/13/2021. A friend of mine told me to contact Ryan, I reached out to him the day after my accident ( which happened to be a weekend day ) and he immediately got right on the case. He was very helpful and I was literally able to reach out to him by phone or text any day and any time. He is always available. He set me up for all of my medical treatment and made sure I understood the whole entire process. He’s a great lawyer and is really on your side. My case was resolved in 4 months and my settlement was way more than I expected. I couldn’t be more thankful for him and his staff. They are excellent.Thank you Ryan,Latia J
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