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NY Personal Injury Attorneys Help Elevator Accident Victims In New York
There are thousands of elevators in every major city. When they malfunction, it can be more than inconvenient–it can be dangerous. People injured in elevator accidents in New York City can suffer serious injuries and death. When the injuries are the result of negligence from a Spinal Cord Injuries on Construction Sites, the victim may be eligible for compensation.
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To find out if you are eligible for compensation, it is important to speak with a knowledgeable and experienced personal injury lawyer. At the NYC law office of Proner & Proner, lead attorney Mitchell Proner helps clients who suffered an injury in elevator accidents. The firm also files wrongful death lawsuits for those whose loved ones have died. For a free consultation to discuss your legal options, please call the firm or fill out our online contact form to make an appointment.
Causes Of Elevator Accidents In New York
Elevator accidents can take many forms. People are injured by:
- Wet and slippery elevator floors.
- Elevator car stopping above or below the floor.
- Door not opening or door not closing.
- Emergency call button or phone not working.
- Elevator stops between floors.
- Elevator speeds up.
- Ventilation system not working.
- Worn hoists or cables.
- Electric eye not working causing doors to close when passengers are entering or exiting.
- Not inspected as required by the city.
- Swinging elevator doors on older buildings.
Who Is Liable For NYC Elevator Accidents?
When problems like this are the result of negligence by a building owner, an owner’s employee or a maintenance company, an injured person may be able to claim compensation. When a building is in violation of city building codes, an injured victim may also be eligible to file a claim. When an elevator has a manufacturing defect, an injured person may be able to bring a product liability claim in New York City, NY. An attorney can determine which type of legal action will get the best result.
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Building Strong Cases For Victims Of Elevator Accidents In New York
The NYC attorneys at Proner & Proner will determine exactly how and why the malfunction occurred and will investigate the full effect of the resulting injuries in your life. They will then build a strong case seeking maximum compensation for your medical bills, lost income, other costs related to your injury, and in some instances for your pain and suffering. In the case of fatal elevator accidents, they will file a wrongful death claim so that those mourning the death of a loved one can start putting their lives back together again.
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Got into a motorcycle accident and went to Proner&Proner. I received great services and excellent results, I would definitively recommend the services. It was a great experience for me, A++ attorneys.
When I felt I needed legal support after a motorcycle accident, I sought out an attorney who was a motorcyclist as well. Fortunately, I found Mr. Proner. The concern I received was a comfort. The firm’s contact with me while working on my behalf was reassuring and the results certainly made a bad experience easier to put behind me. My gratitude to Proner & Proner.
Mitchell Proner is an amazing and very experienced trial lawyer, who takes care of his clients. He represented me in a car accident case, kept me very informed during the lengthy legal process and got me the settlement that I expected. His friendly office staff was always willing to assist and answer any questions I had. I recommend Mitchell Proner to all my friends and family!
I am very grateful for the services they were very quick and they dealt with my case right away. Thank you very much.
Mitchell Proner is an excellent lawyer. He took our case and did the right thing. We recommend him 100% to anyone. His staff are professionals and they care about their clients.
Greatest Lawyers I ever had. Answer any and every question I ever had. They treated me as one of the family. I can’t say enough about this firm. Thank you so much for all you guys did.
Awesome experience, excellent service, very professional and fast resolving my case. My number one attorney – definitely recommended more than once. Thank you!
Contact Proner & Proner For A Free Consultation About Your NYC Elevator Accident Case
Call the law firm of Proner & Proner in New York City to learn how our attorneys can help after an elevator accident, or fill out our online contact form to schedule your free initial consultation.
Attorney Mitchell Proner serves clients throughout New York State and Connecticut, and he also handles cases throughout the United States.
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