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Ice Skating Safety

Although many complain about the cold of winter and the inconvenience of ice and snow, nearly all of us have something we like about fall and winter. For many people, ice skating is an enjoyable way to get exercise and have fun during the coldest months of the year.

As dedicated Chicago personal injury attorneys, Friedman & Bonebrake care about the safety and well-being of their clients. To help you stay safe on the ice, please observe these safety tips.

• Learn to fall correctly. Slips and falls are practically inevitable for ice skaters, so if you feel yourself slipping, make sure to fall in the safest possible way. This means making your muscles and posture as loose as possible to avoid serious injuries. It is also important to keep your fingers away from your blades and others’.
• If you fall, move off of the ice as quickly as possible. You have low visibility while on the ground, which makes you a hazard to yourself and other skaters.
• If someone is injured too seriously to move, “stand guard” for them to make sure other skaters do not trip over them. Seek out professional medical attention as quickly as possible. If you have a spare sweater or jacket, this can help the injured person stay warm until help arrives.
• Do not just stand there. If you spot friends on the ice, it can be tempting to stop moving and chat with them for a time. Move off the ice before doing so, or you become one more obstacle for skaters to avoid.
• If you are capable of individual moves such as spins or jumps, be courteous of other people on the ice while doing so. Make sure you have plenty of space before attempting anything that could injure a bystander.

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If you have been injured by a reckless skater or a negligent skating rink manager, contact Chicago ice skating injury lawyers Friedman & Bonebrake today at 312-466-8200.