Ceilings can collapse anywhere, from commercial spaces like restaurants, office buildings, and hotels to residential spaces like apartment buildings and homes. A ceiling collapse can cause extensive injuries, and there are often warning signs beforehand that can make a building owner responsible. It’s the building owner’s responsibility to make sure their building is safe and up to code, and failure to do so could result in serious consequences. If you or a loved one is a victim of a ceiling collapse accident, it’s important to take pictures and document as much as possible about the accidents and your injuries in order to strengthen your legal case.
give us a Call us nowCeilings don’t generally collapse spontaneously–there are warning signs you can be on the lookout for. These include:
If you inform your landlord or building manager about these warning signs and the problem isn’t fixed right away, the ceiling may eventually collapse and the people involved in maintaining the building may be held liable for any injuries.
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Ceilings don’t generally collapse spontaneously–there are warning signs you can be on the lookout for. These include:
If you inform your landlord or building manager about these warning signs and the problem isn’t fixed right away, the ceiling may eventually collapse and the people involved in maintaining the building may be held liable for any injuries.
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Ceilings are not supposed to collapse, and when they are constructed properly and are well maintained, they won’t. However, there are several preventable reasons why a ceiling may collapse. These include:
If issues like water damage or infestations occur, landlords or building owners should be on alert for ceiling collapse and can be held liable even if a tenant does not place a complaint about the growing issue.
Ceiling collapse is a kind of premises liability, which means you have to show proof that the property owner or manager knew about the potential for a ceiling collapse and didn’t repair the problem within a reasonable timeframe. That means you should document all communication you have with your building manager, landlord, or building owner, as well as any signs or clues that your ceiling is in danger of collapsing.
If your building manager does hire a construction company to repair the ceiling, but the repairs are inadequate and the ceiling still collapses, the construction company may be the ones held responsible for injuries and damages.
Injuries from ceiling collapse can be as severe as brain or spinal cord injuries, and even death. If you or a loved one is severely affected by a ceiling collapse, you need an experienced legal team on your side. The attorneys at Khavinson & Mandronico have represented many clients for ceiling collapse cases over the years and have helped them receive the compensation they deserve after such a catastrophic event. Reach out to our expert team so we can assist you.
