Injured in a Home Elevator Accident Attorney

We normally associate elevators with office and apartment buildings, but elevators can also be installed in people’s homes. Home elevators are commonly used by disabled individuals or the elderly with mobility issues. While these machines are immensely beneficial to many people and their loved ones, there is always the risk of injuries from a home elevator accident.

Have you or a member of your family been injured from a malfunction with an elevator in your home? Were you injured from an elevator accident while you were on someone else’s property? You may have grounds for monetary compensation from the property owner or the elevator maintenance company. The personal injury lawyers of Kenmore have decades of experience in the recovery of accident payments. If you would like to explore your rights and legal options, contact us for a free consultation with a home elevator accident attorney.

Elevator Accidents Can Cause Serious Harm

For many of us, elevators are ordinary machines that make life more convenient, and the thought of an accident on these contraptions is far from our minds. But elevators can indeed be responsible for catastrophic injuries under the following circumstances:

• Defective elevator cables that snap and cause the elevator to fall down the elevator shaft.
• Elevator doors closing on someone at the wrong time, which can cause crushing injuries.
• Misalignment, or elevators not being at the right level with the floor, posing a risk of trip and fall accidents or someone falling into an empty elevator shaft.
• Elevators moving too fast from floor to floor and putting passengers at risk of serious harm from being thrown around inside the elevator.

No matter the circumstance that led to your accident inside a home elevator, it’s important to seek legal advice from an attorney, who can fight for the compensation you deserve.

Negligence by the Elevator Maintenance Company

Now that we have an idea of the harm that can be caused by an elevator, let’s take a look at the parties that are liable for these incidents. In many cases, fault lies with the elevator maintenance company, as they are responsible for inspecting and maintaining the elevator. There are many acts of negligence by these companies that can cause injuries to an elevator passenger. Here are a few examples of the most common issues that can lead to a home elevator accident:

• Failure to conduct elevator load tests (testing of the weights)
• Not checking and repairing automatic stop systems inside the elevator
• Failing to inspect the door sensors (which can cause the doors to open or close at the wrong time)
• Failure to run tests that can prevent the elevator from sudden drops
• Ensuring that the elevator is level with the floor when it comes to a stop

Poor training of technicians, rushing through inspections, and other forms of negligence may be the reason that someone has a life-altering accident inside a home elevator. Figuring out the exact cause of your accident is critical to receiving payment from an injury claim against an elevator maintenance company. The attorneys of Kenmore can assist you with this, and many other tasks that are associated with the legal process for a home elevator accident lawsuit.

I was Injured on an Elevator at a Home – What are my Rights?

If the elevator that caused you harm is inside your own home, suing the maintenance company is the most obvious course of action. But what if you were injured in an elevator on someone else’s property? Certainly, you have the right to seek compensation if there was a problem with the elevator that caused you to be injured. In this situation, you may have grounds to sue the property owner for monetary damages.

Your right to sue is based on the legal obligation that owners have to keep their property free of hazardous conditions (premises liability). This includes ensuring that elevators on their premises are in good working condition and that all repairs are completed in a timely manner. Until the problem is resolved, they must make it clear that the elevator is unsafe by using things like warning signs and safety barriers.

Again, determining the exact cause of your accident is crucial, as it will help you figure out who you should go after in a lawsuit for injuries from a home elevator. We are happy to help you in this area, along with any other issues you have regarding your case.

Home Elevator Accident FAQs

Is there a deadline to file an elevator injury lawsuit?

If you are eligible for a home elevator accident claim, it’s essential to speak to a lawyer right away to ensure that your lawsuit is filed in a timely manner. From the date of your accident, you have two years to file a lawsuit against the property owner, elevator maintenance company, and any other parties that can be blamed for your injuries. Failure to submit your claim by this deadline can take away your right to sue altogether, as the courts are very strict about the statute of limitations for a personal injury lawsuit.

How much is the average settlement for a home elevator accident case?

Due to the severity of injuries that can result from these accidents, $150,000 to $1,000,000 or more is a possible settlement range in these cases. Some cases, however, may be worth around $25,000 to $75,000 as they involve less serious injuries. Keep in mind that the value of your lawsuit is based on the unique circumstances surrounding your accident. That means no two cases are alike when it comes to how much the victim is entitled to for the harm they’ve suffered. Our elevator injury attorneys can help you determine the approximate value of your case during a free case evaluation.

How long will it take to receive payment from an injury claim?

Here at Kenmore Law Group, our goal is to bring a resolution to all injury claims within 6 months of submitting our demands to the defendant and their insurance company. But it can actually take anywhere from a few months to several years to recover payment in these cases. Many of the claims we handle are settled within 6 to 12 months, meaning we are able to negotiate directly with the insurance company. If court intervention is required, i.e., a lawsuit and possibly a trial, it can take 2 or more years to secure a compensation award for a home elevator accident injury case.

I have a lawyer already but I’m concerned about my case. What are my options?

Sadly, this is a common issue among claimants who are seeking payment after being injured in a home elevator. If there are serious problems with your case that your attorney is not able to resolve (or is uninterested in resolving), you have the option to switch your lawyer and continue your claim with another law firm. But you should not make such a big decision on your own, as there are many implications to switching lawyers that you need to be aware of. To ensure that this is the best choice for you and your loved ones, contact us to schedule a free second opinion consultation. There is no pressure to do anything aside from meeting with us, so please take advantage of a free case review with a home elevator injury lawyer at our office.

The Accident Injury Lawyers of Kenmore Law Group

Our attorneys have been representing accident victims for over two decades in all sorts of cases involving private and commercial properties. We understand how devastating these incidents can be and the need for people to obtain every penny they deserve from the individuals or entities that are at fault.

Just give us a call to schedule a free case evaluation with an elevator injury lawsuit attorney. If you decide that a lawsuit is in your best interest, we will take immediate action on your case at no upfront cost. In fact, you won’t pay anything at all for the entire duration of your case, thanks to the Zero Fee Guarantee. We only receive payment upon the successful recovery of your settlement, meaning if we don’t win your case, there is no out-of-pocket cost to you for any of our services.

To discuss your elevator accident claim with a seasoned personal injury attorney, contact the offices of Kenmore Law Group.