Between freezing temperatures, icy surfaces, and decreased visibility, it’s no wonder winter often corresponds to an uptick in personal injuries.  While you can’t always control the environment—or the actions of people around you—you can take precautions to avoid harm during this season. With that in mind, the following guide outlines a few common winter incidents so you can protect yourself.

The Most Common Winter Personal Injury Claims 

1. Slips & Falls

Slip-and-fall accidents can be the result of a broad range of winter conditions. These might include icy walkways, slippery floors from wet shoes, or uneven terrain from driveways that haven’t been shoveled. They can lead to extensive injuries, including broken bones, muscle damage, cuts, and bruises. 

2. Car Accident

The winter season is fraught with hazardous conditions, making driving a challenge for even the most experienced motorist. From black ice patches to inclement weather, it’s crucial drivers slow down and exhibit caution behind the wheel.

Wet and snowy roads can decrease traction and make it difficult to maintain control over your vehicle, so always leave at least nine to twelve cars’ length of distance between you and other motorists, drive at least five miles below the speed limit, and maintain complete focus on the roads. 

3. Fire

Between relying on space heaters for extra warmth and cooking huge meals for family gatherings, people are much more likely to experience a fire during the winter season. Exposure to flames can cause a broad range of personal injuries—from burns to lung damage from smoke inhalation. Always exhibit extra caution when cooking and limit your use of plug-in objects. 

If you were involved in any of the aforementioned accidents due to someone else’s negligence and need a reputable lawyer to represent your needs in a personal injury case, turn to Cada Cada & Jewson. For almost 50 years, they’ve provided Lincoln, NE, residents with top-quality counsel and advocacy. Call (402) 477-2233 to request an initial consultation. Visit them online for more information on their practice.