Paternoster Elevator are Prone to Accidents, Negligence Lawsuits

A Paternoster elevator or lift is a very hazardous kind of elevator, which is built using a chain of open compartments (normally devised for 2 people). These lifts move at a slow pace and in a continuous loop up and down inside a housing construction and do not stop. People who are limber enough may get on or off at any level they wish to. If you have been harmed in an Paternoster elevator accident, please take advantage of our complimentary case evaluator.

Paternosters were all the rage in the first half of the 20th century. This was due to the fact that they could transport more people than other types of elevators. The Paternosters were more popular in Europe, particularly in public buildings, and not as commonly used in England.

Nowadays, in many countries, it is impermissible to construct Paternosters due to the fact that they are at high-risk for causing accidents such as individuals tripping or falling. Also, a heightened desire to attend to the needs of the differently abled, for example, wheelchair users, has brought the paternoster's gradual demise. Those Paternosters that still exist will remain in use until they are dismantled. So one can still locate them, although their time is dwindling to a close. As such elevators that belong to an ever-changing universe, Paternosters are part of a cultish interest--as are many vintage things.

If you've been harmed in an elevator accident, please fill out these short questions. A Client Relations representative will be in touch with you to discuss your potential case. Feel free, as well, to call us at (800) 476-6070 or emailclientrelations@weitzlux.com.

Click To Talk To Us Online

Please complete the following questionnaire:

Name
Email
Phone Number
Best time to call
City/State
Were you injured on an	escalator elevator
What are your injuries and how did they happen?
How did you hear about Weitz & Luxenberg
Additional comments

Handling Belts

Material Handling Belts - Grain Elevators and other Material Handling Belts
Material Handling Belts - Type of elevator used to transport material.

Passenger

Passenger Elevators - Elevator Accidents
Passenger Elevators - FREE evaluation by an elevator accidents lawyer

Elevator Types

Elevator Accident/Escalator Accident Attorneys - Elevator Types and Uses
Escalator, Elevator Accident Attorneys - FREE Lawsuit Evalutaion-Types

Name

Phone

strictly confidential

Your Question