Elevator Accident Lawyers in Phoenix, Arizona

Elevator accidents can be caused by a multitude of things, whether it is due to improper maintenance, defects in an elevator's installation, or product flaws. An elevator's main function is to provide safe and efficient means of transportation between the floors of a building. Elevator accidents can potentially cause a person pain, suffering, and/or permanent emotional and physical damage.

Elevator Accident Prevention

It is the duty and obligation of a local Phoenix business to ensure the safety of all people who use their elevators. The following are a couple necessary actions a business should take in order to prevent an elevator accident.

• In order to make certain the elevator is working properly before use, a certified elevator inspector should examine whether or not the elevator meets all safety codes and regulations of the State.
• Employees of the building should also periodically check to see if maintenance is required to avoid any unnecessary accidents.

If caution and awareness are not a business or building's main priorities, then an elevator accident injury or death will likely ensue.

Claims Involving Minor Children

When a minor (someone under 18 years of age) has a personal injury claim, in many cases, there is an extra set of procedures that apply to protect the interests of the minor. Specifically, the minor, usually through their attorney, will petition the probate court for approval of the minor settlement. This includes the amount of the settlement, the medical expenses to be paid from the settlement, the attorney's fees and costs, and the net settlement for the minor claimant. A more detailed explanation of this process is explained on our Minor Child Injury Pages.

Claims against Government Agencies or Public Entities

When a government or public employee or agency is negligent and causes an injury, there is a markedly different process involved as compared to a claim against an individual or private business. There is a much shorter time frame to bring a claim and a lawsuit. Therefore, there is an increased urgency to obtain legal counsel to timely submit a claim against a government agency or public entity. A more detailed explanation is available on our Government or Public Entities Claims Pages.

Contact Us

Such elevator injuries can be caused by, but are not limited to, negligence, inattentiveness, or a conscious violation of safety codes and standards. If you or a loved one has suffered an elevator accident, please contact our Elevator Accident Lawyers for a free, personal, and confidential consultation. You can contact the Law Offices of Michael Cordova at 602-265-6700.

Our lawyers not only work on elevator accident cases but in other product and premises areas, as well as personal injury, auto accidents, dog bites, motorcycle accidents, and criminal defense and DUI, so please contact your local Phoenix attorneys for a free consultation.

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