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Elevator Accidents

New York Elevator Accident Lawyers

Defective & Dangerous Elevators Can Cause Serious Injuries

The New York elevator injury attorneys at The Paris Law Group, PC, represent people from all walks of life who have been injured by defective elevators and other preventable dangers. We have a strong record of results advocating for personal injury victims in all the boroughs. We handle cases where an individual’s arm or leg is trapped in an elevator door, where a person trips and falls because the elevator does not line up with the floor, and much more.

Contact The Paris Law Group, PC today to schedule a free consultation.

How Do Elevator Accidents Happen?

Millions of people call New York City home, and the thriving metropolis is known for its many skyscrapers and multi-story hotels and apartment buildings. Elevators are a way of life in New York City, and many people experience being stuck on an elevator from time to time. However, sometimes these incidents do much more damage than making a person late for work.

Elevator accidents can happen for a variety of reasons including:

  • A person getting a limb trapped in a defective door
  • Electrocution from poorly maintained electrical systems
  • Slip and fall accidents from improperly aligned floors

In busy company offices, elevators can run almost constantly all day long, putting more wear and tear on the components and possibly meaning the elevator requires servicing and maintenance more often than the standard. It is also possible for an elevator to be used so infrequently that the property owner is negligent in making sure it is in running condition until an unsuspecting visitor is injured.

Who Is Liable In An Elevator Accident?

When an elevator accident does occur and someone is injured, the victims may have legal grounds to file a suit against any applicable responsible parties. While who is named as a defendant largely depends on the specifics of the case, possibilities include:

  • The elevator manufacturer
  • The company responsible for servicing the elevator
  • The property owner
Contact our office today to begin getting a better understanding of your options.

Fighting to Get the Compensation You Deserve

During the course of litigating a case involving an elevator accident, a member of our firm will ensure that we collect all the required documents and evidence to ably represent you in the courtroom. We know how to hold the appropriate parties responsible.

Depending on the situation, we may be able to bring a suit against:

  • A manufacturer that created defective elevator parts or equipment
  • A service company that failed to have independent inspectors conduct regular and thorough inspections
  • A property owner who fails to maintain the elevator or have it promptly repaired

Elevator Accidents at Construction Sites

While residents or employees who use elevators every day may certainly be at risk of an accident, construction workers are at particular risk for elevator and hoist accidents. New York City has strict safety standards and building codes designed to minimize this risk, but serious injuries still occur.

Some of the most frequent types of NYC elevator accident injuries result from construction workers:

  • Falling down an elevator shaft
  • Coming in contact with live electrical wires
  • Becoming trapped in an elevator cage
To learn more about your rights after any elevator or hoist accident, call The Paris Law Group, PC, today at (888) 365-4940 for a free consultation. Our lawyers only get paid if we recover compensation for you

Our Clients Always Come First

Hear From Our Past Clients
  • “I am extremely happy I made the choice to choose you, since I saw the dedication and effort you put in the case. I know it was a long and tedious process, but you managed it very well to win. Thank you one more time for everything Mr. Jason.”

    - Alfredo O.
  • “Jason guided me through the process with effortless expertise. His preparation was precise and methodical, and his execution in the courtroom was impressive.”

    - Jessica E.
  • “I had never felt more lonely or defeated than I did after my injury. Getting injured because of someone else's negligence can feel outrageous. No one wants to get hurt, but if you do trust me that you want Jason Paris and his staff on your side.”

    - Jill V.
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Small Firm. Big Numbers.

Millions of Dollars Recovered for Our Clients and Counting
  • Slip and Fall $14.4 MILLION
  • Slip & Fall $11 Million

    A well-known cellist was awarded almost $11 million after a slip and fall in a gourmet food market that resulted in injuries that now hamper her ability to play the instrument.

  • Pedestrian Knockdown $2.8 Million

    The client was a pedestrian crossing the street when she was hit by a yellow school bus making a left-hand turn. As a result of the impact, she was forced to fall to the ground and sustained an injury to her shoulder and lower back, both of which resulted in surgeries.

  • Slip and Fall $2.7 MILLION
  • Struck by a Bag of Cement $2.6 MILLION
  • Construction Accident $2.5 Million

    We were able to win a jury verdict of $2,500,000 after a pretrial offer of $150,000 for our client who sustained injuries from a construction accident.

  • Bus Accident $2.1 MILLION
  • Bus Accident $2.1 Million

    A mediated settlement was reached on the eve of trial on behalf of the client who was a driver of a motor vehicle which was struck in the rear by a bus.

  • Pedestrian Accident $2 Million

    The client, a young boy, was crossing the street near his home on Staten Island when he slipped on ice in the roadway and was hit by a car.

  • Car Accident $1.7 Million

    The client was an ambulance driver responding to an emergency call. While in the process of making a left-hand turn with the ambulance lights and sirens in operation, he was struck by a vehicle going straight.

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OUR PROMISE TO YOU

What You Can Expect From Our Firm
  • Client-Centered Approach

    For us, it is not about the money. We genuinely care about our clients and will do everything we can to make them whole after an injury. 

  • Personalized Legal Solutions

    Our firm is dedicated to providing you with undivided attention, as well as to tailoring our approach to your particular needs.

  • Access to Experts

    To give your case every possible chance of success, we enlist the most qualified experts, specialists and investigators on your behalf.

  • Maximized Recoveries

    We don't only strive for victory; we also take all conceivable steps in order to maximize the recovery that you deserve.

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