Despite the sitcom jokes and viral videos, slip and falls are no laughing matter. A serious slip and fall can result in injuries to the head, hips, back, spinal cord, and other body parts. But accidents happen. How do you know if the property owner was negligent, and when can a victim sue for damage? The answer largely depends on whether the property is private or commercial. In slip-and-fall cases, the injured person is either an invitee or a licensee. You are an invitee if a business has explicitly or implicitly welcomed you to enter for a transaction. If your fall happens on a commercial property like a store, restaurant, gym, or entertainment venue, you are likely an invitee. A licensee, however, is someone who has visited a premises for their own benefit, whether or not they were invited. Examples include attending a social event at someone’s home or entering their property for a canvassing event. We’ve Got the Facts When Does a Slip and Fall Constitute Negligence?
Businesses must warn and protect invitees from potential dangers. Failing to do so makes them liable. But the defendant must show the business owner was aware of the hazard and had enough time to correct it, which can be a tall order. Defendants who were licensees face an even steeper uphill battle in their quest for justice. Their burden of proof is even higher. They must show that the property owner was aware of the danger, understood the invitee would likely not see it, and did not provide a warning or otherwise do anything to prevent the accident. An exception occurs in strict liability cases. Strict liability is when the property owner must prohibit the hazard by law. Examples of strict liability include safety code violations and city ordinances that mandate snow removal on sidewalks. Proving a slip-and-fall case comes with many challenges, so if you’ve been injured in this manner, you need an experienced attorney by your side. The Di Bartolomeo Law Office has extensive experience litigating these cases and winning compensation for our clients. We will give you an honest assessment of your case and help you decide how to move forward. Give us a call today!
PUZZLE
Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken Breast Inspired by DiabetesStrong.com
Ingredients
• 2 chicken breasts • 2 oz mozzarella cheese, cubed • 2 canned artichoke hearts, chopped • 4 tsp sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 10 large basil leaves, chopped • 2 cloves garlic, chopped • 1/2 tsp curry powder • 1/2 tsp paprika • Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 365 F. 2. Cut a slit lengthwise to create a pocket in the middle of each chicken breast. Place the breasts on a baking sheet. 3. In a medium bowl, combine the mozzarella cheese, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, basil, and garlic. 4. Divide the mixture in half and stuff each chicken breast pocket.
Using toothpicks, seal the edges of the pockets. 5. Season the chicken with curry, paprika, salt, and pepper, then bake for 20 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165 F. 6. Remove the toothpicks and serve with rice, potatoes, salad, or roasted vegetables!
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