There are few holidays more exciting each year than Halloween. Most everyone looks forward to Halloween, even if they no longer trick-or-treat. That being said, if you are a property owner, you can expect trick-or-treaters to come knocking on your door, which is why you should do everything you can to help ensure your property is safe. Doing so can make the night more enjoyable for everybody. Read on for some valuable Halloween safety tips:
Halloween Safety Tips | What You Should Know
Fortunately, there are several actions you can take to help ensure that all trick-or-treaters who visit your premises are safe. They are as follows:
- Ensure that jack-o-lanterns that use real candles are kept a safe distance away from trick-or-treaters walking paths
- Do not place Halloween decorations in such a way that may cause a safety hazard
- Ensure all candy and other treats you hand out are not expired
- Keep your pet in another room, especially if he or she is aggressive
- Keep your steps and walkways in a safe condition
- Ensure all lighting is grounded
- Keep your property well-lit
What should I do if someone is injured on Halloween?
Getting hurt on Halloween night is a bummer, but it can be so much more than that if the injury is serious. At times, a slip and fall can result in fractures or broken bones, concussions or other types of traumatic brain injuries, and various other injuries. If you or someone you know is injured on someone else’s property because of unsafe conditions, you should try to document the facts of the incident. This can include taking pictures of the unsafe property conditions, asking any witnesses for their contact information, and receiving medical treatment immediately. Doing so can help ensure your injury heals, and it will also give you access to various medical documents describing the origin and extent of your injuries. Finally, if you are hurt and require financial compensation, you should contact an experienced Bronx slip and fall lawyer as soon as you can. Our firm is prepared to help you through every step of the claims process going forward. Ensure you bring your claim within three years of the date of your accident, in accordance with the state’s statute of limitations.
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Our entire legal team is dedicated to providing the advice you need and the personalized attention you deserve. If you have been injured due to another party’s negligence, call 212-421-0300 or fill out our contact form to schedule a free consultation with a New York City personal injury lawyer. You may be entitled to financial compensation, which can help you on your road to recovery.
