Cold Weather Can Create Serious Apartment Hazards
Save this for anyone who rents, or send it to a friend who owns rental property. Cold snaps are coming, and when temperatures drop below zero, apartment buildings face serious risks. One of the biggest dangers is frozen pipes that burst and go unnoticed.
When leaks linger, they can weaken ceilings, floors, and walls. Over time, this creates a dangerous situation for tenants who have no warning something is wrong.
How Burst Pipes Lead to Tenant Injuries
We have handled many cases where ceilings collapsed without warning. In some situations, clients were cooking dinner or using the restroom when debris and water suddenly fell on them. Often, the source of the leak was an upper floor where a pipe burst due to poor maintenance.
When a ceiling collapses, people can be knocked to the ground. Head injuries, falls, and impact with counters or sinks are common. These incidents are traumatic and can cause serious, long-term injuries.
When Landlords Fail to Maintain Properties
Some landlords in the Milwaukee area repeatedly fail to maintain their buildings. We see patterns of neglected repairs, lack of heat, and failure to winterize plumbing. In many cases, these landlords also change insurance companies frequently, which can make claims more complicated.
This behavior does not excuse unsafe conditions. Property owners are responsible for maintaining safe living environments for their tenants.
Injured Due to Poor Maintenance? We’re Here for You
If you are a tenant and were injured because a landlord failed to maintain the property, you may have legal options. This includes situations where heat was not properly maintained or water lines were not protected from freezing.
If frozen pipes caused a leak, a collapse, or an injury, call us. We’re here for you.
Call us to learn your rights after a rental property injury