Stage Collapse
Millions of people attend concerts and shows every year in the United States. Unfortunately, sometimes the stages that are involved in these events collapse, usually because of design or construction error. When stages collapse, they endanger a large number of people, and the likelihood of serious injury is significant. Under premises liability law, property owners may be found to be financially responsible if people are injured on their property, including in the case of a stage collapse.
If you or someone you know has been injured or killed because of a stage collapse, it is possible that you are entitled to financial compensation for medical bills and other considerations. Contact the Houston premises liability attorneys of Williams Kherkher today at 832-369-8296 to discuss your case with a compassionate and committed legal advocate.
Causes of Collapse
Although stages may collapse because of inclement weather or other calamitous incident, usually they fail because of some design, construction, or maintenance error. Some of the reasons for stage collapses might include:
- Old/worn out support beams
- Rusted bolts/nails/screws
- Overcrowding/too much weight on the stage
- Owners not updating equipment
It is the responsibility of stage owners to help ensure that the equipment is safe for both users and spectators of the stage, and if owners are found negligent, they may be held accountable through a civil lawsuit.
Contact Us
If you have been hurt because of a property owner’s negligence, it is important that you understand your legal rights and options in the matter. Contact the Houston premises liability attorneys of Williams Kherkher today by calling 832-369-8296 to learn more.