Thousands of Floridians ride up and down elevators every day. Whether to get to their apartments, condominiums, or work, many individuals trust a small part of their commute to elevators. With hundreds of thousands of elevators in the United States, the prevalence of these injuries occurs more frequently than you might imagine.
There are many different types of elevator accidents. Some include the following:
Types of Elevator Accidents
- Elevator getting stuck.
- Elevator doors opening to an open shaft.
- Suddenly speeds up or slows down.
- The elevator does not level with the floor.
- An elevator cable breaks or plummets into an open shaft.
- The elevator door closes and traps someone.
- The electronic eye mechanism does not work properly.
Types of injuries as a result of elevator accidents
- Scrapes and mild pinches
- Tendon lacerations
- Nerve lacerations
- Spinal Injury
- Brain damage
- Bone Fractures
- Amputation
There are many individuals who can be held accountable for an elevator accident occurring. The elevator manufacturer, the business owner or apartment landlord, or the elevator management company.
There are many consequences and burdens to face if you are a victimized by an elevator accident or injury.
- Medical bills
- Loss of financial support
- Loss of earning support
- Lost wages
- Rehabilitation costs
- Loss of your earning capacity
- Lack of insurance cooperation
- Pain and suffering
- Time away from school
If you have been injured in an elevator, contact Shocklee & Paolino, P.A. to discuss your options for compensation. Call us for a free consultation. 727-498-8771.