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The following news articles are breaking news stories about sidewalk accidents and injuries. Read through the articles and see what types of accidents can occur. If you have been injuried in a sidewalk accident, fill out this simple form today for a free case review.


Raquel Welch injured in icy New York City sidewalk fall

December 15th. 2005 (www.realitytvworld.com)

Legendary film sex symbol Raquel Welch fell on the ice while getting into a cab in New York and fractured a bone in her arm.

Welch, 65, was taken to St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital by David Letterman's announcer, Alan Kalter, Tuesday, the New York Daily News reported.

"The Kansas City Bomber" was diagnosed with a hairline fracture near her right elbow and sent home with a soft cast.

Sidewalk Kids face a July 31 deadline

July 05, 2005 (seacoastonline.com)

School’s out, but the "Can Do Sidewalk Kids" are still working to pave the way for a safe walkway between the North Hampton School and the library on Atlantic Avenue.

Is homeowner liable for slip-and-fall injury on sidewalk crack?

November 28,2004(rgj.com)

On a bright sunny morning, as Mrs. Josephine Caloroso was walking past the home of Larry Hathaway, she tripped over a slight crack in the sidewalk and was injured. She and her husband brought this premises liability and loss of consortium lawsuit against Hathaway.

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