If you work at a large corporate office, there are chances that you will use escalators numerous times a day as you attempt to get to other levels of the office complex. In addition, those who work in shopping malls and even multinational companies will most likely be stationed in large multistorey buildings, and the only way to reach their office may be to take an escalator.

Escalators have thus become commonplace and unavoidable in our daily lives and they make it easy for us to access various levels of a building without having to take the stairs and become frazzled due to climbing the same for minutes at a time. As a worker, you are covered by workers’ compensation should you suffer any kind of injury as employees are required to carry workers’ compensation in just about every state.

However, these injuries can sometimes be very severe, and given the limited scope of this form of compensation and the possibility of negligence being a cause of one’s injuries, it may be wiser to reach out to an attorney for more information on how to recover maximum compensation so one’s injuries, as well as other damages, can be taken care of in a more comprehensive manner, and we’re here to help facilitate that. 

Are you looking for the best escalator injuries attorney? Please call us NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. The experienced escalator injury lawyers at McCready Law bring to the table over 90 YEARS of combined legal experience where we’ve helped thousands of individuals just like you across the country and from all walks of life recover compensation after falling victim to the negligent actions of other individuals or commercial entities.

To date, we have recovered over $250 million in compensation for past clients, and our commitment to getting the best outcome for our clients is seen in our fearlessness when it comes to litigating cases over engaging with the insurance company in negotiations which more often than not lead to the client getting a bad deal and a paltry payout.

In addition to having nationwide reach thanks to our network of referral attorneys and law firms, we also run a bilingual firm (Hablamos Español), and we take on all cases on a contingency fee basis, which simply means that there are ZERO UPFRONT FEES for the duration of the processing of the claim, as we only levy our fees at the end of the suit, and only if we’ve recovered compensation on your behalf.

If you got injured by a work escalator, please give us a call NOW at (314) 481-63338 to speak with one of our best escalator injury lawyers to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation – our intake team is standing by. 

Employer Responsibilities in the Prevention of Escalator Injuries 

Employers are legally obligated to you to ensure that the work environment is a safe one and that all injuries are tended to in a timely manner. 

Here are some of the responsibilities employees are required to have with regard to escalator safety:

1. They are required to maintain and inspect escalators on a regular basis to ensure that they are functioning well and safely. This may include things like checking for any mechanical issues, wear and tear, and any safety hazards that may become veritable problems later on, and then remedying the same. 
2. They must also comply with safety regulations put forth by organizations such as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration or OSHA, as well as any local, state, and federal laws. 
3. They are required to train their employees and promote awareness when it comes to how to safely use escalators and ensure that they know about the potential hazards associated with these mechanical implements
4. Employees must promptly report any escalator issues and incidents as well as encourage employees to do the same so that potential issues can be mitigated before they become full-on problems. 
5. Should an escalator go out of order, employees must make sure signage is placed near it in order to let employees know of any issues so they are not placed in dangerous situations due to lack of notice. 

Common Escalator-Related Injuries Employees May Face

1. Fractures and broken bones due to falls 
2. Sprains and strains on account of sudden stopping or acceleration of escalators 
3. Lacerations and abrasions due to being caught in the escalator mechanism 
4. Head injuries due to hitting one’s head on the escalator floor or surface 

Workers’ Compensation for Escalator Accidents and Injuries

Workers’ compensation exists to ensure that workers get the treatment they need in a timely manner. However, in order to qualify, one must report the incident in the shortest amount of time possible to their manager, and this may require that you fill out a claim form and provide details about the particulars of the accident. In addition, prompt treatment will help in establishing that an injury did indeed take place and that you were treated for specific injuries as well as may require to take time off work in order to recover.

Best Escalator Injury Lawyers – Call Us Today!

While workers’ compensation may seem like an ideal program for those injured due to elevator accidents at work, the reality is that you may be able to pursue additional, higher-value claims if you consult with an escalator injury lawyer. This is because they will be able to help you pursue personal injury claims against third parties and will help you carry out exhaustive investigations to significantly strengthen your claim.

In addition, an attorney will advocate on your behalf and shield you from the exploitative and predatory ways of insurance companies who may be looking to pay you just the bare minimum due to you not being represented by an attorney.

There is so much we haven’t talked about in this article when it comes to compensation for escalator injuries, and it’s because of this that we would like to invite you to give us a call TODAY at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. Remember, the call is 100% FREE, and we look forward to helping you.