Bad news for your class-action lawyer: “Approximately 60-80% of fatal falls occur at ground level (same-level falls), without involving enhanced heights like ladders, scaffolds, or roofs. Most fatal falls happen among adults aged 65+, where same-level falls (e.g., slipping, tripping, or stumbling on flat surfaces like sidewalks, floors, or counters) predominate due to factors like balance issues, frailty, and comorbidities.”
This strongly implies that most fatal falls might even be chalked up to “natural causes” — namely, getting old.
Did a bit of “butt surfing” myself yesterday. Thankfully, nothing serious banged up.
Apparently, Sperry Topsiders, always a great choice for a wet boat deck are not so good on icy concrete.
Bad news for your class-action lawyer: “Approximately 60-80% of fatal falls occur at ground level (same-level falls), without involving enhanced heights like ladders, scaffolds, or roofs. Most fatal falls happen among adults aged 65+, where same-level falls (e.g., slipping, tripping, or stumbling on flat surfaces like sidewalks, floors, or counters) predominate due to factors like balance issues, frailty, and comorbidities.”
This strongly implies that most fatal falls might even be chalked up to “natural causes” — namely, getting old.