Escalator Accidents

In office buildings, department stores, airports, hotels and malls, visitors to these establishments must frequently travel up and down on escalators. As with elevators, escalators must be regularly inspected and tested to ensure that they are functioning properly. The Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that roughly 10,000 people a year suffer injuries after escalator accidents, with many of these victims being children.

If you, a loved one or friend suffers an injury while riding, entering or exiting an escalator, contact the New York escalator lawyers at the Law Office of Mark A. Siesel at (914) 428-7386 or fill out our online form for an immediate evaluation of your case.

Escalator accidents occur despite the fact that escalators (as with elevators) must be maintained in accordance with New York State building codes and regulations, and must be regularly inspected.

Escalator accidents often happen as a result of:

• Defective equipment
• Failure to conduct regular inspections
• Lack of maintenance
• Sudden stops
• Slippery surface of the escalator steps
• Loose metal teeth on the escalator which get attached to clothing, untied laces, or toes
• Clothing, and in particular, rubber or soft shoes being pulled into the “recess area”

Escalator accidents often result in severe scarring, fractures of hands, fingers, feet or toes and can even be fatal. Elevator accident cases are complex and require that you retain attorneys with the necessary background, experience and knowledge to maximize your chances for a successful outcome. At the Law Office of Mark A. Siesel, we will investigate your case thoroughly and immediately, secure all inspection and repair records, hire experts where necessary, and aggressively pursue compensation for your

Pain and suffering;

Loss of enjoyment of life;

Lost income and effect on your earning potential;

Loss of benefits such as pension, annuity, health insurance;

Medical and hospital expenses;

Loss of consortium and inability to perform activities of daily living.

If you’ve suffered serious injuries due to an escalator accident, the experienced lawyers at the Law Office Of Mark A. Siesel are here to help. We have a quarter century of experience and provide personal and devoted attention to your case. Call our office at (914) 428-7386 or fill out our online form for an immediate evaluation of your case.