Falling Object Injuries

Falling objects can easily cause devastating injury to anyone below. Falling object injuries can occur at any time in even seemingly safe places, indoors or outdoors, resulting in head trauma, sprains, or broken bones.

If you have been hit by a falling object, someone is likely at fault for your injury. The Experienced Racine personal injury lawyers of Habush, Habush & Rottier, S.C. can help you fight for compensation for your accident. Contact them today at 800-242-2874.

Causes of Falling Object Accidents

Any time you are in an area with a ceiling overhead or a tall structure nearby, you may be in danger of being hit by a falling object. Accidents involving falling objects may be caused by any of the following:

• An object is not securely attached to a ceiling or wall
• An object falls or is dropped out of a window
• A heavy branch falls out of a tree
• An object attached to the side of a building comes loose and falls
• A building is structurally insecure and falls or drops heavy pieces of material

Areas and Situations to Avoid

While falling object accidents can happen almost anywhere, there are certain situations that pose particular risk to passersby. Always be aware of your surroundings, and if you notice any of the following abnormalities, consider staying clear of the area:

• Hanging or wobbly objects overhead. If an object does not look to be securely attached or seems too heavy to be hanging, stay clear of it.
• Look for objects in open windows above or any objects sitting near the edge of a roof. These could easily fall or be bumped out a window, injuring people passing below.
• If you decide to sit or camp under a tree, avoid areas under heavy branches. If any parts of the tree appear to be dead, avoid that tree altogether as the branches may easily break off.
• Avoid old or dilapidated buildings that appear to be missing bricks, beams, or other structural objects. These structures are likely unsound and could fall or come apart.

Objects can fall suddenly and without warning, giving you little time to react. A falling object accident can cause severe injury, leading to costly medical bills, job loss, disability, and other personal and professional harm. If you have been injured by a falling object, an experienced personal injury lawyer can help you determine who is legally responsible and hold them accountable for your injuries.

Contact Us

For more information on falling object accident liability and personal injury, please contact the Racine personal injury attorneys of Habush, Habush & Rottier, S.C. today at 800-242-2874.