Elevator and Escalator Accidents in Bonita Springs
Bonita Springs Personal Injury Lawyer for Premises Liability Claims
When elevators or escalators malfunction, those who depend on using them daily are at risk suffering severe injuries. Such accidents are often caused by negligent maintenance on the part of the owner or operator of the building, a condition that places visitors and occupants in danger.
If you have suffered catastrophic injuries in an accident on an elevator or escalator and want to learn whether you have grounds for legal action to recover financial compensation, contact us at Pittman Law Firm, P.L. for a consultation to discuss the situation.
Looking for an attorney for an elevator accident in Bonita Springs? Our family operated law firm has practiced exclusively personal injury law for over 20 years, and we have a proven track record of success in defending the rights of the injured.
In elevator and escalator accidents, often the negligent parties are property owners, maintenance companies or manufacturers who are at fault for making defective products. An attorney form our firm can assist you in properly identifying the parties who are responsible for your injuries and can help you take action to hold them accountable.
Some specific ways that we seek to determine who is at fault for such accidents include:
- Examining maintenance records
- Interviewing witnesses
- Reviewing operating permits
- Scrutinizing inspection policies and inspection logs
- Studying purchase documentation
Suing for Injuries Suffered on an Escalator or Elevator in Bonita Springs
Injured in an escalator accident in Bonita Springs? The moment you step onto an elevator or escalator, you place your safety in the hands of the person who is responsible for maintaining the equipment. Understandably, most people do this without thinking.
You have a right to expect that the property owner or operator has taken every possible reasonable precaution to safeguard you against accidents, and if it can be proven that the proprietor failed you in this duty you may be able to file a premises liability claim or lawsuit for damages.
Contact us today if you believe that you may have the basis for such a case and want to take the next step towards recovering compensation. We will review your case for free!