With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, many business owners – especially retail business owners swamped by holiday shoppers – may have more important things to do than worry about than the weather.

But when cold weather hits, a little preventative maintenance and forethought can save you from an unwelcome holiday surprise, such as a flooded building or a personal injury lawsuit.

What can you do to (legally) protect your business during a cold snap? Here are three things to keep an eye on:

Find more legal tips for small business owners at FindLaw’s section on Small Business Law.

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Related Resources:

  • Winter Storms: How to Prepare Your Business for the Worst (FindLaw’s Free Enterprise)
  • ‘Storm Doctrine’ Debated in Slip-and-Fall Suit (FindLaw’s Injured)
  • Premises Liability: 5 Tips For Businesses (FindLaw’s Free Enterprise)
  • Icy Sidewalks Can Lead to Slip and Fall Suits (FindLaw’s Injured)

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