New Braunfels Elevator / Escalator Injuries Lawyer
Elevators and escalators are common features in many large commercial buildings. While typically a useful convenience, elevators and escalators have unfortunately been linked to a number of different safety risks. Injuries caused by elevators and escalators may be serious, requiring significant medical attention. In some cases, these injuries can permanently affect the quality of the injured individual’s life.
If you or someone you know has been injured by an elevator or escalator, you may be entitled to claim compensation for your pain and suffering. Contact the New Braunfels elevator injuries attorneys of the Burch Law Firm today at 830-629-0955 to discuss the details of your case with an experienced legal professional.
Common Elevator and Escalator Accidents
Elevators and escalators need to be well maintained and regularly inspected in order to ensure that they are safe for public use. Unfortunately, many elevators and escalators are not given this basic attention, increasing their potential for accidents.
Some of the most common causes of accidents involving elevators and escalators include:
- Elevator drops due to mechanical failure
- Elevator doors that close on someone
- Elevator doors that are improperly aligned with the floor
- Escalator has a large gap between moving steps and escalator side
- Escalator has a space between the steps and the floor
Elevator and escalator accidents can lead to a variety of devastating injuries, ranging from broken bones to wrongful amputations.
Contact Us
If you or someone you know suffered in an accident caused by a faulty elevator or escalator, we may be able to help you pursue the compensation you deserve. Contact the New Braunfels escalator injuries lawyers of the Burch Law Firm at 830-629-0955 today to speak with a qualified member of our legal team.
