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Laundry Room Dangers

We all do laundry on a regular basis, whether in a Laundromat or in our own homes. When an activity is such a routine part of our lives, we do not always stop to think about dangers that may be associated with it. Here is a brief list of things to keep in mind while washing a load to help you stay safe.

Safety Tips

• Keep washing machine and dryer doors closed at all times. Cats especially enjoy climbing into enclosed spaces, and have sometimes been killed when their owners turned on appliances without knowing they were there. Small children who do not appreciate the danger of large appliances are also at risk for this kind of injury. If you wash your clothes outside the home, keep a close eye on small children at all times.
• Keep the area around the washing machine and dryer clean. It is easy to let small pieces of lint accumulate in the trap, fall to the floor, form piles under or near the machine. The truth is that these small bits of fluff can add up to a serious fire hazard. Whether your appliances are in your home or a business, make sure the area around them is clean.
• Check a machine before you use it. Old, damaged or faulty household appliances can be a source of serious injury. If you own your washing machine and dryer, make sure to keep them in good shape. If you do not own these appliances, make sure to use a well-managed and reliable laundry service.

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If you have been injured by a defective washer or dryer, or by a negligent business owner, a Chicago personal injury lawsuit can help you regain the money lost to missed work and medical bills, as well as compensate you for your suffering.

Contact Chicago personal injury attorneys Friedman & Bonbrake at (312) 466-8200.