Holding Property Owners Accountable for Malfunctions
In a vertical city like Chicago, we rely on elevators and escalators every day in office buildings, apartment complexes, shopping centers, and airports. We trust that they will be properly maintained and function safely. When that trust is broken due to mechanical failure or poor maintenance, the results can be terrifying and lead to severe, life-altering injuries.
At Call Ted Injury Law, we represent individuals who have been injured in these complex accidents. Our experienced attorneys know how to investigate these cases to determine the cause of the malfunction and hold all negligent parties accountable, from property owners to maintenance companies. As a premier Black-owned law firm, we are dedicated to fighting for the safety of our fellow Chicagoans.
At Call Ted Injury Law, we represent individuals who have been injured in these complex accidents. Our experienced attorneys know how to investigate these cases to determine the cause of the malfunction and hold all negligent parties accountable, from property owners to maintenance companies. As a premier Black-owned law firm, we are dedicated to fighting for the safety of our fellow Chicagoans.
Complex Cases Require Experienced Representation
Elevator and escalator accident cases are a highly technical form of premises liability. Determining the cause of the accident is critical to proving negligence. Common causes include:
Sudden Drops or Abrupt Stops:
Causing falls, back injuries, and head trauma.
Causing falls, back injuries, and head trauma.
Misleveling:
The elevator fails to align properly with the floor, creating a serious trip-and-fall hazard.
The elevator fails to align properly with the floor, creating a serious trip-and-fall hazard.
Door Malfunctions:
Doors closing unexpectedly on a person or failing to open, trapping occupants.
Doors closing unexpectedly on a person or failing to open, trapping occupants.
Escalator Malfunctions:
Sudden jerks, stops, or reversals that cause falls.
Sudden jerks, stops, or reversals that cause falls.
Entrapment:
Fingers, shoes, or clothing getting caught in the moving parts of an escalator.
Fingers, shoes, or clothing getting caught in the moving parts of an escalator.
Failure to Perform Regular Maintenance and Inspections.
A Chicago Law Firm for a Chicago Problem.
From the high-rises downtown to the apartment buildings on the South Side and West Side, elevators and escalators are everywhere. As a dedicated Chicago Injury Lawyer, Ted London understands the specific laws and codes that govern vertical transportation. We have the resources to hire top engineering experts to pinpoint the cause of the failure and build a powerful case for compensation.
Who Can Be Held Liable?
Multiple parties could be responsible for an elevator or escalator accident, including:
The property owner or manager.
The elevator/escalator maintenance and service company.
The manufacturer of the equipment or a faulty part.
Our job is to identify every party that shares in the liability to maximize your financial recovery.
Contact a Chicago Elevator & Escalator Accident Lawyer
If you have been injured due to a malfunctioning elevator or escalator, you may be entitled to significant compensation. These cases are complex and require immediate investigation.
Contact Call Ted Injury Law today for a free, no-obligation consultation. We will review the facts of your case and explain how we can fight for you.
Contact Call Ted Injury Law today for a free, no-obligation consultation. We will review the facts of your case and explain how we can fight for you.
