Garage Door Injuries and Accidents

What types of garage door accidents can occur?   Garage door accidents are not uncommon but they can still occur if a garage door has not been installed or maintained properly. Whether the accident happens inside your own home, someone else’s home, or a public place, a garage door accident can be very serious. Some common garage door accidents include:   -Getting hit with a falling garage door -Body part getting stuck between moving parts -Suffocation from getting stuck under a closing garage door  -Lacerations from broken glass of a garage door   What types of injuries can be caused by a garage door accident?   A garage door malfunctioning can cause any number of serious injuries, depending on the severity of the accident. Injuries that can be caused by a garage door accident include:   -Lacerations on face/body -Head trauma/concussion -Internal organ damage -Suffocation and lung damage -Broken bones   Who can be liable in a garage door accident?   To figure out who is liable in a garage door accident, it is crucial to know what caused the accident or any malfunction of the garage door. Among those that can be considered a liable party include:   -Property owner or tenant  -Seller -Manufacturer -Designer -Installer    What damages can I be compensated for after a garage door accident?   If you file a lawsuit after a garage door accident injury, you can be compensated for damages or losses caused by the accident. These include both economic and non-economic damages, including:   -Medical bills -Physical therapy  -Lost income and/or earning capacity  -Property damage -Pain and suffering -Emotional distress -Loss of enjoyment of life   What should I do if I was injured in a garage door accident?   If you or a loved one have been injured in a garage door accident, we invite you to contact our office at (310) 943-1171 for a free consultation with a Los Angeles garage door injury lawyer. Our attorneys will help you determine the liable party and proceed accordingly.