Southern Illinois Construction Accident Lawyers
Illinois Construction Accident Attorneys
Construction Accident Lawyers Illinois. There are nearly 3,000 work-place accidents in Illinois every year. Construction-related accidents can lead to serious injuries that may impact you and your family's lives. Contact us online or give our Illinois construction lawyers a call at (618)-244-5335 to learn more.
Common Construction-Related Accidents
- Falls: Falling from heights such as scaffolding, ladders, or roofs. These are often the result of inadequate fall protection.
- Struck by Object: Being struck by falling tools, materials, or equipment. This can occur due to improper securing of materials or unsafe equipment operation.
- Electrocutions: Contact with live electrical wires, faulty wiring, or improper use of electrical equipment. This often happens when electrical safety protocols are not followed.
- Caught-in/Between: Getting caught in or compressed by heavy machinery, collapsing structures, or between moving and stationary objects. This type of accident often results from inadequate machine guarding or unsafe work practices.
- Repetitive Motion Injuries: Continuous strain from repetitive tasks, such as hammering or lifting, leading to musculoskeletal disorders.
- Scaffolding Accidents: Scaffolding collapses due to improper setup, overloading, or failure to use safety measures, leading to serious injuries or fatalities.
- Trench Collapse: When trenches are not properly shored or sloped, they can collapse, trapping and potentially suffocating workers inside.
- Heavy Equipment Accidents: Mishandling or malfunctioning of heavy equipment like cranes, bulldozers, or forklifts, which can lead to severe injuries.
- Slips, Trips, and Falls: Slippery surfaces, uneven ground, or obstacles on the floor can cause workers to slip, trip, or fall, resulting in injuries. 20% of workplace deaths are related to falls, trips, and slips.
- Exposure to Hazardous Materials: Contact with toxic chemicals, asbestos, or other hazardous materials can lead to respiratory issues, skin problems, or other health complications.
If you've lost a family member in a construct accident or have suffered a work-related injury, contact our Southern Illinois work-comp and construction accident lawyers for legal representation.
What Are The Damages for Construction Accidents in Illinois?
Compensation ranges based on the case, insurance, fault, and liability. If you're injured the most important thing to do is keep precise records so that if a settlement happens, you can account for everything from transportation fees to prescription refills.
- Medical Expenses: Your medical expenses (which includes surgery, post-accident rehabilitation, medication) can be claimed. This might also include accessibility renovations to your home.
- Loss of Earning Capacity: If the injury affects the person's ability to earn income in the future, damages may be awarded to compensate for the reduction in earning potential.
- Property Damage: Covers the cost of repairing or replacing personal property that was damaged in the accident, such as tools, equipment, or vehicles.
- Loss of Consortium: Compensation awarded to the spouse or family members of the injured person for the loss of companionship, support, and services due to the injury.
- Out-of-Pocket Expenses: Reimbursement for additional expenses incurred as a result of the accident, such as travel costs for medical appointments, home modifications, or hiring help for daily activities.
- Punitive Damages: In cases of extreme negligence or willful misconduct, punitive damages may be awarded to punish the responsible party and deter similar behavior in the future.
It's important to communicate fully with your legal team to make sure you are able to recover a fair amount of compensation. Even not being able to work your usual job or pay for child care can complicate other financial stressors.
Workers' Compensation Benefits Include
- LOST WAGES FOR TEMPORARY PARTIAL OR TOTAL DISABILITY
- MEDICAL CARE
- PERMANENT PARTIAL OR TOTAL DISABILITY
- VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
- DEATH BENEFITS
- TRANSPORTATION
Construction Accident Lawyer Illinois
Workers' Compensation & Construction Lawyers for Construction Workers
Construction accidents can be difficult for you, your family, and even your business. Falls, slips, heavy objects, and other hazards are risks everyone on a construction site takes. It's our job at Hassakis & Hassakis to make sure that if you are ever injured, you have the best representation around. With 75 years of experience, our lawyers see through each case and will help you negotiate and settle with insurance companies, make sure the legal process goes smoothly, and represent you throughout the entire experience. Don't wait to contact our Illinois construction accident lawyers if you or a loved one have been injured on the job.
Southern Illinois Construction Accident Lawyers
Illinois Construction Accident Attorneys
Construction Accident Lawyers Illinois. There are nearly 3,000 work-place accidents in Illinois every year. Construction-related accidents can lead to serious injuries that may impact you and your family's lives. Contact us online or give our Illinois construction lawyers a call at (618)-244-5335 to learn more.
Common Construction-Related Accidents
- Falls: Falling from heights such as scaffolding, ladders, or roofs. These are often the result of inadequate fall protection.
- Struck by Object: Being struck by falling tools, materials, or equipment. This can occur due to improper securing of materials or unsafe equipment operation.
- Electrocutions: Contact with live electrical wires, faulty wiring, or improper use of electrical equipment. This often happens when electrical safety protocols are not followed.
- Caught-in/Between: Getting caught in or compressed by heavy machinery, collapsing structures, or between moving and stationary objects. This type of accident often results from inadequate machine guarding or unsafe work practices.
- Repetitive Motion Injuries: Continuous strain from repetitive tasks, such as hammering or lifting, leading to musculoskeletal disorders.
- Scaffolding Accidents: Scaffolding collapses due to improper setup, overloading, or failure to use safety measures, leading to serious injuries or fatalities.
- Trench Collapse: When trenches are not properly shored or sloped, they can collapse, trapping and potentially suffocating workers inside.
- Heavy Equipment Accidents: Mishandling or malfunctioning of heavy equipment like cranes, bulldozers, or forklifts, which can lead to severe injuries.
- Slips, Trips, and Falls: Slippery surfaces, uneven ground, or obstacles on the floor can cause workers to slip, trip, or fall, resulting in injuries. 20% of workplace deaths are related to falls, trips, and slips.
- Exposure to Hazardous Materials: Contact with toxic chemicals, asbestos, or other hazardous materials can lead to respiratory issues, skin problems, or other health complications.
If you've lost a family member in a construct accident or have suffered a work-related injury, contact our Southern Illinois work-comp and construction accident lawyers for legal representation.
What Are The Damages for Construction Accidents in Illinois?
Compensation ranges based on the case, insurance, fault, and liability. If you're injured the most important thing to do is keep precise records so that if a settlement happens, you can account for everything from transportation fees to prescription refills.
- Medical Expenses: Your medical expenses (which includes surgery, post-accident rehabilitation, medication) can be claimed. This might also include accessibility renovations to your home.
- Loss of Earning Capacity: If the injury affects the person's ability to earn income in the future, damages may be awarded to compensate for the reduction in earning potential.
- Property Damage: Covers the cost of repairing or replacing personal property that was damaged in the accident, such as tools, equipment, or vehicles.
- Loss of Consortium: Compensation awarded to the spouse or family members of the injured person for the loss of companionship, support, and services due to the injury.
- Out-of-Pocket Expenses: Reimbursement for additional expenses incurred as a result of the accident, such as travel costs for medical appointments, home modifications, or hiring help for daily activities.
- Punitive Damages: In cases of extreme negligence or willful misconduct, punitive damages may be awarded to punish the responsible party and deter similar behavior in the future.
It's important to communicate fully with your legal team to make sure you are able to recover a fair amount of compensation. Even not being able to work your usual job or pay for child care can complicate other financial stressors.
Workers' Compensation Benefits Include
- LOST WAGES FOR TEMPORARY PARTIAL OR TOTAL DISABILITY
- MEDICAL CARE
- PERMANENT PARTIAL OR TOTAL DISABILITY
- VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
- DEATH BENEFITS
- TRANSPORTATION
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Workers' Compensation & Construction Lawyers for Construction Workers
Construction accidents can be difficult for you, your family, and even your business. Falls, slips, heavy objects, and other hazards are risks everyone on a construction site takes. It's our job at Hassakis & Hassakis to make sure that if you are ever injured, you have the best representation around. With 75 years of experience, our lawyers see through each case and will help you negotiate and settle with insurance companies, make sure the legal process goes smoothly, and represent you throughout the entire experience. Don't wait to contact our Illinois construction accident lawyers if you or a loved one have been injured on the job.
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Third-Party Liability Claims Lawyers in Southern Illinois
A third-party claim is usually filed by someone that is not the policyholder or the direct insurance company. Any payment is made out to the third party (not the victim or any insurance company). A law firm will typically file these claims and help victims with a number of post-accident situations, including:
- Collecting Relevant Information: They thoroughly investigate the circumstances of an accident to identify any third parties who might be liable. This could involve gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and consulting with experts.
- Identify Third Parties: These lawyers determine if third parties such as contractors, subcontractors, equipment manufacturers, or other parties are at fault.
- File Claims: They handle all aspects of filing the claim, including drafting and submitting the necessary legal documents.
- Negotiate Settlements: They negotiate with insurance companies and the legal teams of the third parties to secure a fair settlement for their clients.
- Litigation: If a fair settlement cannot be reached, these lawyers will represent their clients in court to pursue the compensation deserved.
Why Would you File A Third-Party Liability Claim?
A third-party claim is one filed by someone who is not the policyholder or the direct insurance company. These claims arise when a third party is responsible for causing an injury or damage. An injured construction worker would file a claim against the third party's insurance company, instead of or in addition to their workers' compensation claim with an employer.
For example, in a construction accident, if a worker is injured due to faulty equipment provided by an external company, the injured worker can file a third-party claim against the equipment manufacturer. This claim is separate from workers' compensation, which is typically filed against the employer.
Third-party claims are common in various situations, including:
- Auto accidents involving multiple vehicles (and commercial drivers)
- Product liability cases where a defective product causes injury
- Premises liability cases where injuries occur on someone else's property
- Construction accidents involving subcontractors or equipment manufacturers
A key advantage of third-party claims is the potential for higher compensation compared to workers' compensation claims. This is because third-party claims can include non-economic damages such as pain and suffering, which are typically not covered by workers' compensation. This depends on a lot of different factors.
Third-party claims can be complex and require thorough investigation and evidence collection to prove liability. This is why it's crucial to work with experienced attorneys who specialize in personal injury and third-party liability cases. We know how to navigate the legal process, negotiate with insurance companies, and make sure that all legal requirements and deadlines are met.
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Illinois is what is known as a no-fault state. This means that if you were injured on the job (within reason--i.e. not inebriated) you're entitled to workers' compensation benefits.
Illinois Workers' Compensation Claims
It's important for workers to file a claim as soon as they are able. If you're in a construction accident in Illinois, you can do this through the Illinois Department of Insurance (IDOI), though we recommend reaching out to an construction accident attorney as soon as possible to make sure you get the compensation you need.
You need should report any accident to your employer as soon as possible and document everything. Your employer should then provide you with a claim form to complete and submit to the IDOI. This form will require detailed information about the accident, the injuries sustained, and any medical treatment received.
While it is possible to file a claim on your own, we strongly recommend reaching out to a construction accident attorney as soon as possible. An experienced attorney can guide you through the complex legal process, ensuring that all necessary documentation is completed accurately and submitted on time. We also help you gather evidence, such as medical records and witness statements, to support your claim. Our attorneys represent your interests in negotiations with insurance companies or in court if necessary. Insurance companies may attempt to minimize the amount of compensation they pay out, and having a skilled lawyer on your side can significantly improve your chances of receiving the full amount of compensation you need for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.
Your Southern Illinois Construction Accident Lawyers
If you are injured in a construction accident in Illinois, it's best to act quickly. File your claim through the Illinois Department of Insurance and consider consulting with a construction accident attorney to ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve. Your health and financial well-being depend on taking the right steps after an accident. Contact us online or give our Illinois construction lawyers a call at (618)-244-5335 for help with your workers' compensation and construction accident claim.
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