![Unmaintained escalator where a child was seriously injured.]()
How Escalator Injuries Happen in Dallas, TX Event Centers
How Escalator Injuries Happen in Dallas, TX Event CentersEvent centers have a responsibility to keep the children and families who frequent them safe. Dangerous escalator incidents that result in child injuries can happen when indoor family event centers like the one, in this case, do not properly maintain equipment or have adequate staff on hand to properly supervise children and families on the premises.
In this case, the little boy’s injuries were preventable. The indoor event center's escalator was not properly maintained, and the operators should have been aware of the potential risk it posed to visiting families. At a minimum, the event center should have posted signage to warn visitors about the faulty escalator.
How to Prevent Children’s Escalator Injuries
While it is the event center’s responsibility to regularly inspect and maintain escalators, there are certain things visitors at all-in-one event centers can do to stay safe:
- Ensure shoes, drawstrings, and scarves are properly tied
- Face forward and hold the escalator’s handrail
- Avoid the edges of escalator steps where small fingers and hands can easily get trapped
Because escalator incidents can happen in a matter of seconds and result in serious injuries, it is important to observe where the escalator’s emergency shutoff is located.
How The Button Law Firm Can Help After an Injury Caused by an Escalator in Dallas, Texas
Escalator injuries like the one described in this case fall under a complex part of Texas law called premises liability. Thus, it is advantageous to consult with our compassionate and knowledgeable lawyers at The Button Law Firm. We know what it entails to get justice from a negligent property owner and will fight on your behalf while you or your child focus on recovering from an escalator injury. Our attorneys at The Button Law Firm are recognized on the prestigious Texas Super Lawyers list, and we can help guide you after a traumatizing incident, especially one involving your child. We work on contingency, meaning we don’t charge you or collect any upfront fees to get started on your case. Call us at 214-699-4409 or fill out a contact form below for a free consultation.
