Escalators are one of the most common causes of injury, especially for toddlers and young children. Knowing what to do is essential if you have sustained an escalator injury. Here are five things you need to know if you’re injured on an escalator. Stay calm, assess the situation, and ask for help It’s important to…
Here’s an interesting thought experiment for the next time you’re riding in an elevator: Most people will refuse to go skydiving, even if offered the experience as a gift. They mostly cite a combination of safety concerns and fear of heights… But, the same people will take an elevator to the top of the Central…
Have you ever walked up 15 stories of stairs with your luggage after a long trip? Probably not… You probably haven’t had to climb endless stairs just to get to your apartment, hotel room, or office because an elevator was there to take the load off and carry you and your bags to…
According to Web MD, escalator injuries are increasing in people 65 and older. In fact, between 1991 and 2005, approximately 40,000 in this age group suffered escalator-related injuries that sent them to the hospital. In that same period, escalator injuries doubled in that age group. As escalator injury attorneys, we are well aware of the…