Winter Repair

With winter weather; comes slippery sidewalks —a concern for every smart business owner. When icy conditions often lead to injuries, safety becomes essential. So, the question arises; Should I put rock salt on my sidewalks? Commercial sidewalks are typically made from concrete or cement, unlike parking lots and driveways, which are often paved with asphalt.

When researching last month’s article Black Ice: Slip & Fall Risk about the dangers of black ice, we came across many articles on the legal aspects of personal injury and the liability it creates for business owners. Injuries can occur any time of year, but the winter months are especially tricky for parking lot owners.

What is Black Ice? Black ice can be a serious accident risk. Black ice often forms overnight when wet asphalt, after rain or melted snow refreezes into a thin clear sheet of ice. What distinguishes black ice from regular ice is that it is not cloudy or frosty.  It is so thin and clear that