What Caused the Lower Manhattan Parking Garage to Collapse? Injuries, Fatalities, and an Investigation into Safety Concerns
On April 18, 2023, the upper levels of a five-story parking garage in Lower Manhattan collapsed, resulting in the tragic death of one person and injuring at least five others. The parking garage is owned by Enterprise Ann Parking, LLC, and is located at 57 Ann Street in the Financial District. Witnesses reported that the collapse sounded like an “explosion.”
The Department of Buildings (DOB) arrived at the scene shortly after the incident and reported that the garage had no recent violations and had an active permit for electrical work. However, the Eyewitness News team discovered four violations dating back to 2003 that are still open, one of which was marked as “hazardous” in severity level. This highlights the need for regulatory agencies like the DOB and OSHA to be more proactive in addressing potential problems before they surface.
Investigations into the cause of the collapse are ongoing. The FDNY has stated that the investigation is expected to be a prolonged operation due to the instability of the building. DOB personnel are continuing their efforts in the investigation, and it is unclear whether ongoing electrical work contributed to the instability of the building.
If you or someone you know has been injured as a result of a building collapse, the law is on your side. At the Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff, our attorneys have experience litigating significant structural collapse cases, including a $5.5 million settlement for a client who was injured when a wood bracing collapsed while he was exiting a ditch. Another client sustained serious injuries who was injured when the ceiling at a construction site he was working at collapsed, sending debris down onto him.
To speak with an attorney about your legal rights, contact us today to schedule a free consultation, or call us at 212-962-1020 and a Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff attorney will be in touch with you shortly.
The Department of Buildings (DOB) arrived at the scene shortly after the incident and reported that the garage had no recent violations and had an active permit for electrical work. However, the Eyewitness News team discovered four violations dating back to 2003 that are still open, one of which was marked as “hazardous” in severity level. This highlights the need for regulatory agencies like the DOB and OSHA to be more proactive in addressing potential problems before they surface.
Investigations into the cause of the collapse are ongoing. The FDNY has stated that the investigation is expected to be a prolonged operation due to the instability of the building. DOB personnel are continuing their efforts in the investigation, and it is unclear whether ongoing electrical work contributed to the instability of the building.
If you or someone you know has been injured as a result of a building collapse, the law is on your side. At the Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff, our attorneys have experience litigating significant structural collapse cases, including a $5.5 million settlement for a client who was injured when a wood bracing collapsed while he was exiting a ditch. Another client sustained serious injuries who was injured when the ceiling at a construction site he was working at collapsed, sending debris down onto him.
To speak with an attorney about your legal rights, contact us today to schedule a free consultation, or call us at 212-962-1020 and a Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff attorney will be in touch with you shortly.