Escalator and Elevator Accident Cases
Elevator accidents are more common than most people
realize. Each year, thousands of people in Florida and the US report
injuries sustained as a result of an escalator or elevator accident.
Old, poorly maintained escalators and elevators are a common cause.
Liability in escalator accidents depends on a many factors, and victims
have a right to hold the appropriate parties legally responsible.
Escalator & Elevator Accident Causes The main cause of escalator and elevator malfunctions is poor maintenance. Many public and private buildings, schools and shopping areas fail to keep up-to-date accurate maintenance records on their equipment. Neglected maintenance of elevators and escalators can result in door malfunctions, abrupt stopping, mis-leveling, dangerous gaps, and falls any of which can cause personal injuries such as back, head and joint injuries. In severe cases, someone may even become paralized or die.
How To Contact Cohen & Juda About Your Case: If you or someone you know has been involved in some type of escalator or elevator incident, simply complete the Case Information Form below or call us at (954) 424-1440.
If you are in Miami, Palm Beach or elsewhere in Florida you can call us toll free at 1-866-324-7333. By completing the form, we can better serve you by reviewing your details and can promptly get back in contact with you. All information is confidential.