$645,000 for Hoist Operator Injured by Manhattan Falling Elevator Door

$645,000 Settlement for a Hoist Operator Injured in an Elevator Door Failure at a Manhattan Construction Site

Supreme Court, Queens County

Accident Description:

While working as a personnel hoist operator at a construction site in Manhattan, our client was operating a freight elevator used to transport workers and materials. As he exited the hoist car, the cable controlling the hoist door’s opening and closing suddenly snapped.

The door immediately dropped downward with force, striking our client in the upper back, neck, and shoulder area and knocking his hardhat off. Emergency assistance was provided at the site, and our client was transported for medical evaluation and treatment of the injuries he sustained.

Injury Summary:

Following the hoist door incident, our client suffered injuries involving his head, neck, back, and left shoulder. He required extensive medical care, including pain management, physical therapy, and specialist evaluations, due to ongoing symptoms and limitations.

Settlement Result:

We at Oresky & Associates, PLLC, were able to secure a $645,000 settlement in light of the extensive medical treatment and ongoing effects of the injuries.

Handling Attorneys:

This case was handled by Steven Labell, Esq.