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Werner Multi-Max Pro Ladder Claim Alleges Locking Mechanism Failure Caused Severe Fall Injuries
If you or a loved one was injured when a Werner ladder shifted, collapsed, or unlocked without warning, you may have legal options. The Law Offices of Jason Turchin offers a free consultation to review what happened. Call 800-337-7755 or contact our office online to talk with someone about your situation.
A multi-position ladder is supposed to make a job easier. One ladder can work as an A-frame, an extension ladder, or a stairway ladder, all held in place by locks that users trust to stay engaged. A recent Werner Multi-Max Pro ladder lawsuit claims that trust was misplaced. According to a recent report, the complaint alleges that a locking mechanism on the ladder failed during use, causing a fall that led to serious injuries. These are allegations, and the manufacturer has the opportunity to respond in court. For anyone who has been hurt in a similar fall, the case raises important questions about ladder design, warnings, and accountability. Our product liability lawyers have already handled several Werner ladder claims.
What the Werner Multi-Max Pro Lawsuit Alleges
The lawsuit, as described in published reports, centers on the ladder’s locking system. Multi-position ladders rely on hinge locks and telescoping locks to hold each section at a set angle or height. When those locks appear engaged but are not fully seated, or when they release under load, the ladder can fold, slide, or drop suddenly. A person standing several feet off the ground may have no time to react.
Claims like this often focus on one or more of the following theories:
- Design defect: the claim that the locking mechanism, as designed, can give a false sense of security or release under normal use.
- Manufacturing defect: the claim that a specific ladder left the factory with a flaw, such as a weak pin, worn spring, or misaligned component.
- Failure to warn: the claim that the instructions and labels did not adequately explain how to confirm the locks were fully engaged or what risks could arise.
Every case turns on its own facts, and a court will decide whether these allegations are proven. Still, the lawsuit reflects a broader concern that our firm has followed closely. You can read more about our work on these claims on our Werner ladder fall lawsuit page.
Why Ladder Lock Failures Can Cause Such Serious Injuries
Falls from ladders are rarely minor. Even a drop of six or eight feet onto concrete, tile, or a driveway can change someone’s life. Because a lock failure usually happens suddenly, the person often falls awkwardly, without a chance to grab a railing or land safely. Injuries reported in ladder fall cases can include:
- Traumatic brain injuries and concussions
- Spinal cord injuries and fractured vertebrae
- Broken wrists, arms, hips, and ankles
- Shoulder and rotator cuff tears
- Crush injuries to hands and fingers caught in folding hinges
These injuries can mean surgery, months of physical therapy, lost income, and in some cases permanent limitations. A product liability claim may help cover medical bills, lost wages, future care, and pain and suffering, depending on the facts and the law that applies.
Examples of Situations We May Review
The examples below are illustrations of the kinds of situations people bring to us. They are not actual client cases or results, and every claim is different.
- The homeowner painting a stairwell: A homeowner sets a multi-position ladder in stairway mode, checks that the hinge locks look closed, and climbs. Midway through the job, one side releases and the ladder folds inward. The homeowner falls onto the stairs and fractures a hip.
- The contractor on a commercial job: A drywall installer extends the ladder to reach a ceiling. The telescoping section slides down without warning, and he falls onto a concrete slab, injuring his back. Along with a possible product claim against the manufacturer, he may also have a workers’ compensation claim.
- The ladder that was used correctly: A retiree hanging holiday lights follows the instruction label step by step. The ladder still shifts, and she suffers a head injury. Her family keeps the ladder untouched in the garage, which may become important evidence later.
What to Do After a Ladder Fall
The steps you take soon after a fall may affect your ability to pursue a claim. If possible, consider the following:
- Get medical care right away. Some injuries, including brain injuries, may not show symptoms immediately.
- Keep the ladder. Do not repair it, throw it away, or return it to the store. The ladder itself is often the most important piece of evidence.
- Photograph everything. Take pictures of the ladder, the locks, the labels, the model and serial number sticker, and the area where you fell.
- Save your receipt or proof of purchase if you still have it.
- Avoid giving recorded statements to the manufacturer or an insurance company before speaking with a lawyer.
- Talk with an experienced product liability attorney about your options.
Ladder defects are not limited to one brand. Our firm has also written about telescopic ladder injuries tied to products sold on Amazon, which raise some similar questions about locks and collapses.
Florida Deadlines and Fault Rules
Florida law sets time limits for filing injury claims, and some deadlines may be as short as two years depending on the type of claim. Product cases can also involve other time limits tied to when the product was sold. Florida’s comparative fault rules may reduce your recovery if you are found partly at fault, and they may bar recovery if you are found more than 50 percent at fault. Manufacturers sometimes argue that a user set up the ladder incorrectly, so careful investigation can matter. Speaking with a lawyer early may help protect your rights.
Why Injured People Contact the Law Offices of Jason Turchin
Our firm has represented injured people throughout Florida for years. Jason Turchin, Esq. has been selected to Super Lawyers each year from 2020 through 2026 and was named a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2011 and from 2013 through 2016. He holds an AV Preeminent Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, received the Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Platinum Award in 2026, and has a 10.0 Superb rating on Avvo. The firm has maintained an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau every year from 2014 through 2026.
Jason is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a Lifetime Charter Member of Best Attorneys of America, and was included on America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys list and named to 7 Figure Litigators in 2026. He is also a #1 best-selling author on Amazon.com on accident law, and he has been featured by outlets including CBS Evening News, CNN, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and The Washington Post. Learn more about how our Werner ladder injury lawyers approach these cases.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be part of the existing lawsuit to file a claim?
No. The lawsuit described in news reports involves a specific person’s injuries. If you were hurt by a Werner ladder, you may be able to bring your own individual claim based on your facts.
What if my ladder was not recalled?
A recall is not always required to pursue a product liability claim. A ladder may still be considered defective even if it has never been the subject of a recall.
Can I still have a case if I threw the ladder away?
It may be harder, but it is not always impossible. Photos, witness accounts, purchase records, and medical records may still help. An attorney can review what evidence is available.
What if I was hurt using a ladder at work?
You may have a workers’ compensation claim and, in some situations, a separate product liability claim against the ladder manufacturer.
How much does it cost to speak with your firm?
The consultation is free. Our firm handles personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you generally pay no attorney’s fees unless there is a recovery.
Talk With Our Firm About Your Ladder Injury
A sudden ladder collapse can leave you dealing with pain, medical bills, and uncertainty about what comes next. You do not have to sort it out alone. If you were injured in a fall involving a Werner Multi-Max Pro or another Werner ladder, call the Law Offices of Jason Turchin at 800-337-7755 for a free consultation, or reach out online. We can listen to what happened, explain your possible options, and help you decide on the next step.
