Minnesota Injury Attorney
Elevator and Escalator Accidents
We use elevators and escalators on a daily basis these days. The devices seem safe enough, but like all technologies, nothing is fool-proof. Over 11,000 people are injured and 27 people are killed each year as a result of accidents on elevators and escalators. Many of these victims are innocent children. Common injuries that occur in accidents of this type include brain injuries, limb amputations, disfigurement and death.
Lawsuits of this nature are notoriously difficult because there are so many parties that may be responsible for the device’s malfunction. A property owner may own the device, but if it has a built-in defect, the manufacturer will be responsible. If the maintenance company has failed to perform their job properly, an otherwise safe escalator or elevator may turn into a death trap. Your Minnesota personal injury attorney can help you discover the party responsible for your injuries and allow you to collect damages for your medical expenses, pain, suffering, reconstructive surgery, lost wages and more.
A Minnesota personal injury lawyer will help you gather maintenance records, operating permits, inspection logs, maintenance worker testimony, purchase documents and more. If the property owner is at fault for the injury, evidence will need to be gathered to show that he or she was aware the device was not working correctly and failed to correct the problem. This is a crucial aspect of proving owner negligence.
If the company that makes and distributes the elevator or escalator knew their products were defective and failed to recall them, they may be responsible instead. In this case, your Minnesota personal injury lawyer will sue them for product liability.
Lastly, some service companies will lie about the frequency of their maintenance visits. Without proper lubrication, adjustments, maintenance and upgrades, elevators and escalators are bound to become faulty and dangerous. Usually these companies will fail to keep appropriate records and maintain current operation standards, which can be used as evidence against them. In these situations, this company may be at fault for any injuries caused by their negligence.
If you have any questions or are ready to file suit against the person or company responsible for your escalator or elevator injury, contact a Minnesota personal injury attorney from The Law Firm of Bolt & Hoffer.
Bolt and Hoffer Law Firm
Suite 130
3340 Northdale Blvd NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55448
Phone (763) 208-3707
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"I needed the direction and Christopher Hoffer provided that. He is very calm, well organized, and very capable. I still have pain from the car accident today but he helped me get a settlement from the insurance company to cover auto and medical expenses and was very supportive. He did a great job for me and he'll do the same for you." – Marv O.
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