Elevator accidents are a common hazard on the construction site. Often, an elevator accident injury comes because of these mechanical malfunctions and inadequate maintenance schemes:

• Break down of the pulley mechanism that lets the elevator fall freely until it reach the lowest level at such a high speed
• Inappropriate elevator leveling with the floor
• Elevator entrapment due to engine failure, electricity interruption or emergencies such as building fires and earthquakes
• Falling from an open elevator shaft in a construction site

Many elevator accidents are due to lack of proper maintenance. Sometimes there is elevator failure due to product defect, and the manufacturer could also be held answerable for the damages. The underlying factor on determining who has the liability merely depends on who has neglected his or her duties.

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