Injuries at the Gym

Gym memberships have become incredibly popular over the past few decades, and more people are interested in the beneficial aspects of physical activity than ever before. It is unfortunate, then, that so many people are injured in gym-related accidents every year. While some of these accidents are ultimately preventable, others are caused by the inattention of gym management or the shoddy design and construction of training machines.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a gym accident, the Chicago personal injury attorneys of Friedman & Bonebrake, P.C. may be able to help. Contact us today by calling 312-466-8200 to learn more about what we can do to help you.

Preventing Gym-Related Injuries

You can prevent most of the injuries you can sustain in the gym by being careful, responsible, and following these exercise tips:

• Always warm up before exercising. Letting your muscles stretch out and finding your breath decrease the risk of injury and allow you to spend more time exercising.
• Don’t push yourself to the breaking point. While it may be tempting to try and lift as much weight as you possibly can or run as fast as you can, this can increase the chance of incurring an injury.
• Use equipment only as directed. Read any instruction manuals, and, when in doubt, ask the gym employees for help.

While many injuries in the gym are due to the victims’ unfamiliarity with the equipment, many others are caused by defective machines or unsafe conditions caused by the gym management. If you have been injured in a gym accident, you may be entitled to seek financial compensation.

Contact Us

The Chicago personal injury lawyers of Friedman & Bonebrake, P.C. may be able to help you get the money you deserve following an accident caused by the negligence of another person or entity. Contact us today by calling 312-466-8200 for more information on what we can do to help you.