Costs of Slippery Surfaces
$18,838.00 The average medical and indemnity cost per slip and fall claim
(National Safety Council 2000 - 2001)
$50,000.00 Penalty for first violation of non-compliance with A.D.A. requirement
(Regulation 36.503 (3) (1))
$50,000.00 The average cost to defend a aliability law suit
$100,000.00 The average cost judgements for liability law suits
$????????? Increase for workers compensation and liability premiums
$218,838.00+
Workman's Compensation Some workman's compensation insurance companies will offer an incentive to their customers for a no-slip treatment. Lost control and sales personal confirm that by reducing slip and fall claims you will be able to substantially reduce your premiums.
Are you losing customers because they are afraid of a slip & fall?
IRS Incentive in complying with A.D.A. requirements The IRS has provided that small businesses can deduct up to $15,000.00 for certain removal of architectural barriers to the handicapped which include modification of the floor surfaces to make it comply with the non-slip guidelines. In addition, certain small businesses can receive a tax credit of up to $5,000.00 for money spent to comply with A.D.A. regulations. In The News
There are many lawsuits related to slips and falls due to wet and slippery floors. Some have merit, others may not. You can protect yourself in either case by having a no slip floor treatment applied to your floors. This shows you are taking proactive steps to protect your customers while protecting your business interests. Athlete Injured In Slip and Fall
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$12M Slip and Fall Award Amoung Virginia's Largest Ever
$100,000 Slip and Fall Lawsuit Moved to Federal Court
Chubb Group Insurance Stresses Slip and Fall Prevention at its Loss Control University
Slip and Fall Lawsuit at Burger King Children's Play Area
Making Churches Accessible to All - Including Slip Resistant Floors
Slippery Floor Prompts Wal-Mart Lawsuit
City Targeted for Lawsuit Due Slip and Fall at Local Pool
Slip and Fall on West Washroom Floor Brings Lawsuit
Slippery Shopping
Brain Injuries an Increasing Problem - Due in Part To Slip and Fall Accidents
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