Seeking Damages for Injury Victims
Falls from ladders are a danger to workers and homeowners alike. If you were injured by a defective ladder on the job or while doing a home improvement project, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses.
The attorneys at Queller, Fisher, Washor, Fuchs & Kool, L.L.P., have experience with defective products and worker injury claims. We can help you seek the compensation you need. For a free consultation with a Brooklyn defective ladders lawyer, please call 877-394-1329 or contact us online.
The Dangers of Ladder Defects
Working on a defective ladder may cause a person to fall if he or she slips on a rung, the ladder collapses or the ladder tips over. Injuries common in these types of accidents include brain injuries, broken bones, back injuries, neck injuries and spinal cord injuries. In the worst cases, a brain or spinal injury may result in wrongful death.
Whether you were injured or lost a family member to wrongful death from a ladder accident, our attorneys can help. We can work with product engineers, as well as medical and financial experts, to determine liability and build a case for compensation. We will argue for damages for your medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and related expenses.
Ladders may be defective because of poor design or manufacturing or improper labeling, or from wear and tear. Common ladder defects include:
- A warped or cracked frame
- Rungs that are loose, cracked or missing
- Damaged or missing feet
- Uneven feet
- Defective extension mechanisms
- Corroded components
- Too weak to support the maximum intended load
- Broken or missing safety devices
In addition, ladder accidents may occur because the wrong ladder is used for a particular job. If your employer made you use a ladder that was not suited for your task, you may be eligible for workers' compensation and/or other damages. Please discuss your injury with an attorney to learn more.
New York Broken and Defective Ladder Lawyers
Call Queller, Fisher, Washor, Fuchs & Kool, L.L.P., at 877-394-1329 for a free consultation.
