Elevator / Lift Compensation Claims Information
Elevators are hard-wearing pieces of machinery which are essential to most of our daily lives. Whether you work in a tall office building or live in an apartment – or even regularly park in a multi-storey – riding in a lift can be a daily occurrence. The building’s owners have a duty to ensure that all lifts and elevators run as smoothly as possible. If you’ve suffered any kind of injury due to a poorly maintained elevator, you need to get in touch with Tylers Solicitors today. We can work with you to make lift injury compensation claims, including compensation for being stuck in a lift.
The injuries sustained in a lift are rarely life-threatening, however they can have a serious, long-term impact on your life. In many cases, it isn’t just a case of the physical injuries you might have sustained. Psychological issues, such as claustrophobia, can be a common development which can impact your overall health and wellbeing. If you’ve suffered any kind of lift injury, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Tylers Solicitors today.
What Kinds of Lift Injuries Can I Make a Compensation Claim For?
There are many kinds of injuries that you could suffer in a lift. Most of these injuries are minor, but in some circumstances, they can be extremely serious. Some of the most common kinds of elevator injuries include slips, trips and falls, injuries caused by emergency breaks and limbs being trapped in faulty elevator doors. If you’ve suffered any kind of elevator injury, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Tylers Solicitors today.
What are the Common Causes of Lift or Elevator Issues?
There are many ways in which you could suffer an injury on a lift. For example, the space between the lift and the floor could be uneven, leaving to slips, trips and falls. Other common causes include a lack of effective maintenance or overloading of the lift’s maximum capacity. If you’ve been injured due to any of these issues, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our experienced team today. At Tylers Solicitors, we can help you to understand if you’re entitled to claim following any kind of lift or elevator injury.
Is it Possible to Claim After Being Stuck in a Lift?
If you’ve been trapped in a lift due to a mechanical fault, you may be entitled to claim compensation. Being stuck in a lift can be an extremely traumatic experience, and one that you deserve compensation for. If you’ve been trapped in a lift and have sustained any kind of physical injury, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Tylers Solicitors today. In some cases, we may even be able to help you claim compensation for a psychological impact that the injury has had on you.
Why Should I Choose Tylers to Represent My Lift Injury Compensation Claim?
Tylers Solicitors has extensive experience when it comes to helping people from all walks of life get the compensation they are entitled to. Our team of no-win, no-fee legal experts can work with you to get the compensation that you need to move on with your life. Our team are committed to helping all our clients get the maximum amount of compensation possible for their injuries. Even if you were stuck in a lift and sustained no physical injuries, we may still be able to help you get the compensation you need! For more information, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team today.
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Compensation Amounts
Lift Injury Compensation Claims Amounts
When you suffer any kind of lift injury, the amount of compensation you receive depends on the severity of your injuries. The greater an impact your elevator injury has had on your life, the more compensation you could receive. For more information on the amount of compensation you could receive, check out our simple compensation calculator below. Alternatively, you can get in touch with our no-win, no-fee legal team today.
Stuck in a Lift Compensation Amounts
If you’ve been stuck in a lift for any period, you may be able to claim for compensation. The stress of being trapped in a dangerous, confined space like an elevator can lead to a wide range of health concerns. These can be both physical and psychological. The amount of compensation you will receive depends on the length of time you were trapped in the lift and any long-term effects to experience has had on you and your health.
£1,350 to £101,470
Injured by Elevator Emergency Breaks Compensation Amounts
If you were in an elevator when it was forced to make an emergency stop, you may be entitled to claim compensation. The sudden, sharp stop of the brakes can cause a range of physical injuries, including neck injuries, back injuries and head injuries. If you’ve been injured by an elevator’s emergency break, we are here for you. Whatever kind of physical injury you’ve suffered due to an elevator’s emergency break, call Tylers Solicitors today!
£6,920 to £101,470
Slips, Trips or Falls in the Lift Compensation Amounts
If you were in an elevator when it was forced to make an emergency stop, you may be entitled to claim compensation. The sudden, sharp stop of the brakes can cause a range of physical injuries, including neck injuries, back injuries and head injuries. If you’ve been injured by an elevator’s emergency break, we are here for you. Whatever kind of physical injury you’ve suffered due to an elevator’s emergency break, call Tylers Solicitors today!
Up to £307,000
Trapped in Lift Door Compensation Amounts
If you’ve been injured after being trapped in a lift door, you may be able to claim compensation. Most modern lifts have automatic sensors which prevent the doors from closing on any kind of blockage. However, if the lift doesn’t have these sensors, or the doors are faulty, you may be able to claim compensation. These types of incidents can cause broken bones, damage to your limbs and all kinds of minor to serious crushing injuries.
£3,090 to £54,280
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tylers a No-Win, No-Fee Solicitors for Elevator Injury Claims?
Here at Tylers Solicitors, we can provide a complete range of no-win, no-fee compensation claims. Whether you’re looking for stuck in a lift compensation or compensation following any kind of elevator injury, we are here for you. Whether you’ve been injured following a slip, trip or fall or during the deployment of an elevator’s emergency brakes, we are here for you. Thanks to our no-win, no-fee services, you’ll be able to get the stuck in a lift compensation you’re entitled to without paying a penny. At Tylers Solicitors, all our legal costs are recouped from the eventual settlement, meaning you don’t pay a thing.
Where Can I Claim for Stuck in a Lift / Elevator Injury Compensation?
If you’ve been stuck in a lift or sustained any kind of elevator injury, we are here for you. Whether you’ve been trapped or injured in a lift at work, a shopping centre or car park, you could still be entitled to claim compensation. It is rare that any kind of lift or elevator injury will be your fault. So, whether you’ve sustained an elevator injury or been trapped in a lift at work or elsewhere, Tylers Solicitors is here for you. For more information, don’t hesitate to call our friendly team of no-win, no-fee legal experts today.
How Long Do I Have to Start an Elevator Injury Compensation Claim?
Whether you’ve been stuck in a lift and are looking for compensation, or suffered any kind of elevator injury, you have up to three years to start your claim for compensation. This is the same as any kind of personal injury claim. Whereas some people prefer to begin their claim as quickly as possible, others will wait until the full symptoms of their injury have developed. Please be aware that, in some cases, it can take months or even years to receive your compensation, so it can be worth beginning your claim as quickly as possible.
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