Slips and Falls Caused by Worn Carpet and Floor Boarding Slips and falls are also a major source of injury for younger people. Although many people associate slips and falls with puddles of liquid in a grocery store, or a slippery sidewalk, falls in the home happen just as often. Falls can also cause more than just a few bumps or bruises. The CDC reports that one out of five slips and falls causes a broken bone or head injury. Falls are also the most common source of traumatic brain injuries. Falls are also extremely costly. Each year, slips and falls cost $31 billion.