"When I was injured due to inadequate security at a retail center in Columbus, I felt completely lost. This firm quickly stepped in, investigated the facts, and held the property owner accountable for their negligence. They treated my case with dignity and professionalism, securing a settlement that covered my medical bills and lost wages. I highly recommend them for any crime-related injury on someone else's property."
Injury Due to Defective Automatic Doors: Personal Injury Attorneys Protecting the Rights of Individuals throughout The State of Ohio
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Ohio Injury Due to Defective Automatic Doors: Personal Injury Lawyers
Experienced Premise Liability Injury Attorney providing Personal Injury representation involving Injury Due to Defective Automatic Doors that Malfunction throughout the State of Ohio.
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Ohio Defective Automatic Door Injury Lawyers: Premises Liability
A malfunctioning automatic door in a grocery store, hospital, bank, or hotel poses a serious, sudden, and often unavoidable safety risk. When these doors malfunction—either closing unexpectedly, opening too slowly, or failing to activate—they can cause severe injuries, including broken bones, head trauma, and soft tissue damage. Injuries caused by defective automatic doors are rarely accidents; they are typically the result of negligence by the property owner, manager, or the maintenance company responsible for the equipment.
If you or a loved one suffered a serious injury due to a defective automatic door in Ohio, you have a right to pursue a Premises Liability claim. Our experienced Personal Injury Attorney team understands the complex regulations governing these mechanized devices and fights to secure maximum compensation for your medical costs and losses.
Owner and Maintenance Liability Under Ohio Law
In Ohio, property owners owe the highest duty of care to their invitees (customers and guests) to maintain the premises, including all mechanized equipment, in a reasonably safe condition. Defective automatic door cases often involve multiple layers of negligence that our firm investigates:
Duty of Inspection and Maintenance
We establish liability by proving the property owner or manager had notice that the door was malfunctioning, yet failed to take action.
- Actual Notice: The owner or an employee knew the door was defective (e.g., through prior complaints, warning signs, or internal maintenance requests) but failed to promptly repair it or take it out of service.
- Constructive Notice: The malfunction (e.g., erratic operation, constant slow movement) existed for such a length of time that the owner, conducting reasonable inspection, should have known about the defect.
- Contractual Negligence: We investigate the maintenance contracts to determine if the maintenance company failed to perform required inspections, neglected necessary repairs, or improperly serviced the door, making them a separate negligent party.
Statutory Compliance
Automatic doors are governed by strict safety standards. Violations of these standards are powerful evidence of negligence:
- Industry Standards: We assess the door's condition against recognized standards, such as those published by the **American National Standards Institute (ANSI) A156.10**, which governs pedestrian automatic doors. Failure to comply with these standards, particularly those relating to sensor sensitivity, closing speed, and safety features, is key evidence.
- Building Codes: The door's design and installation must comply with local and state building codes.
Proving Causation: Types of Automatic Door Defects
We work with experts to pinpoint the exact failure that led to your injury, connecting the defective automatic door to your harm.
- Failure to Open/Close: Door hits a pedestrian who assumes it is open or remains stuck, causing a crash or entrapment. Common Injuries: Head injuries, Neck/Spinal trauma, Broken Nose.
- Unexpected Closing: Door suddenly closes on a person who is moving through the opening zone. Common Injuries: Shoulder/Arm fractures, Crush Injuries, Broken Hips.
- Sensor Failure: Safety sensors fail to detect a person standing in the path of the door. Common Injuries: Crush Injuries, Internal Injuries, Severe Bruising
- Abrupt Speed Changes: Door moves erratically, causing a person to trip or fall backward. Common Injuries: Slip and fall injuries, Broken ankles, TBI from hitting the ground.
Damages and Ohio's Statute of Limitations (R.C. 2305.10)
Injuries from being struck or crushed by a defective automatic door can be severe, requiring extensive medical care. We fight to recover comprehensive compensation for all damages resulting from the owner's negligence:
- Emergency Medical Treatment, Surgery, and Rehabilitation
- Lost Wages and Loss of Future Earning Capacity
- Compensation for Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI), Spinal Injuries, and Severe Fractures
- Pain and Suffering and Emotional Distress
The statute of limitations for a Personal Injury lawsuit in Ohio (R.C. § 2305.10) is generally two years from the date of the injury. It is critical to contact an attorney immediately, as maintenance companies often rush to fix the defective automatic door, destroying crucial evidence about the malfunction.
Contact Our Ohio Personal Injury Attorneys Today
If you or a loved one suffered a serious injury due to a defective automatic door or another mechanical failure on commercial property, trust our firm to investigate the maintenance records and hold the responsible parties accountable.
Call TOLL FREE: (800) 848-5297 today to schedule your Free Consultation.
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Office:
5000 Arlington Centre Blvd.
Columbus, OH 43220
Call: TOLL FREE: (800) 848-5297
What Our Clients Say
After prolonged exposure to toxic mold at my workplace, I started experiencing severe health issues. Proving the connection to the business's negligence felt impossible until I hired this firm. They were brilliant, connecting my health problems to the landlord's failure to address water damage. They gave me my health and my life back by securing a significant settlement. For mold-related injury cases, they are unparalleled."
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"The defective stairs at a restaurant in Toledo caused a significant knee injury. The property owner initially refused to pay, but this firm took on the challenge. They brought in experts to show the code violations and built an undeniable case. Thanks to their legal expertise, I received a fair settlement that allows me to focus on my recovery. They truly excel with cases involving unsafe property conditions."
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"I had a terrible slip and fall accident on a wet floor at a grocery store in Cincinnati that led to a serious fracture. The store tried to deny responsibility, but this firm's meticulous preparation and dedication proved the store's negligence. They were communicative throughout the entire process, making a stressful situation much easier to handle. Choose them if you need a top-notch slip and fall lawyer."
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