JENKINTOWN PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS

Yes. Black Ice usually forms after snow removal services are performed. However, many times the removed snow is piled up near walking surfaces and when the temperature warms, that pile of snow melts into water. When the temperature then cools, the water refreezes into black ice. A landowner has a duty to assure its sidewalks and parking lots are safe. That includes watching weather forecasts and taking steps to remove ice when appropriate or piling snow in areas away from walking surfaces.