New York City Sued Over Broken Elevators

The City of New York is the subject of the class action lawsuit. The class is comprised of disabled residents of public housing. The suit alleges that the City’s failure to repair some 3,000 elevators in public housing violates the Americans With Disabilities Act.

The suit complains that the City’s failure to maintain the elevators makes it impossible for them to leave their homes. The City has countered, arguing that it is continuing to repair and inspect the elevators at public housing throughout the city.

According to a report released by the Manahttan Borough President’s Office, 75% of elevators in public housing failed inspection.

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