Chicago Construction Accident Attorney

Top Illinois Construction Accident Attorney

Hazardous, unsafe conditions are routinely "all in a day's work" for construction workers. Despite mandatory safety laws and regulations, contractors continue to expose their employees to unsafe work practices, which contribute to the already inherently unsafe working conditions facing construction workers. As a result, construction workers often sustain catastrophic, sometimes fatal, injuries while on the job.

Most construction workers recognize the risk their jobs put them in, however, they should not have to assume the risk of injury due to unreasonably dangerous working conditions or the carelessness or recklessness of others. Each Chicago construction accident lawyer at Passen Law Group has a deep understanding of the construction business, and is dedicated to helping victims of unnecessary construction site accidents.

Injuries caused by the negligence of co-workers and subcontractors can include falls from work platforms or scaffolding, mishandling of dangerous machinery, and exposure to chemicals and other harmful substances, and can range from mild to severe, with the most serious injuries including permanent paralysis or death. If you have been injured as a result of a construction accident, a Chicago construction accident attorney from Passen Law Group can assist you in determining whether or not there is a case, and ensure you receive the full compensation available under the law. To speak with an Illinois construction accident lawyer, call us at (312) 527-4500 for a free consultation.

Types of Construction Accidents

Every year thousands of construction workers are needlessly injured or killed in construction site accidents. Although construction contractors and subcontractors are required by law to carefully inspect each site and employ a wide range of safety measures, construction workers face a much larger risk of work-related injury or fatality than any other sector or industry.

There are numerous types of accidents that can occur on construction sites. Some of the most common construction site accidents that result in death or serious injury include:

• Scaffolding Accidents
• Crane accidents
• Electrocution (injury from electrical hazards)
• Faulty or defective equipment
• Forklift injuries
• Machinery accidents
• Toxic exposure
• Visitor or pedestrian injuries
• Workers falling from elevated heights
• Workers struck by falling equipment or objects

Choose an Experienced Chicago Construction Accident Attorney

In Illinois, when a worker is injured on a construction site they are not limited to collecting worker's compensation from their employer. There are instances where the worker can obtain compensation in a separate civil action from "third-parties" who may also be liable. Potentially liable third-parties include the property owner of the site, contractors, subcontractors, equipment manufacturers, construction management companies and engineer professionals. It is critical to consult with an experienced Chicago construction accident attorney to identify all potentially liable third-parties arising out of a construction site injury.

Determining liability in construction accidents requires a thorough investigation of various people or entities, including the construction site's landowner, contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, architects and engineers. When attempting to determine the liability for injuries sustained in a construction accident, it is critical to consult with lawyers knowledgeable of the construction industry, including the standards mandated by OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act).

Proper representation of those injured in construction accidents also involves being able to communicate the extent of damages suffered as a consequence of the accident. Each Chicago construction accident attorney at Passen Law Group places great emphasis on bolstering all elements of damage, including pain and suffering, lost wages, medical expenses, loss of normal life and disability. Because we only take a small number of serious injury cases, our attorneys are able to give each case the attention it deserves to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.

To speak to a top Chicago construction accident attorney, call us at (312) 527-4500 for a free consultation, or fill out a Free Case Evaluation.