When it comes to construction accidents, the consequences can be severe and life-altering. Every year, thousands of construction workers, are injured or killed on construction sites due to various hazards and unsafe working conditions.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident, contact a Palatine construction accident lawyer in our law firm, The Kryder Law Group LLC, Accident and Injury Attorneys for the legal representation you need.
In this Article
What Are the Most Common Types of Construction Accidents in Palatine, IL?
Construction accident cases stem from:
Falls from heights, like scaffolding and ladders, are a leading cause of construction deaths and serious injuries
Being struck by falling objects, equipment, or vehicles
Electrocution from exposed wires and faulty gear
Entrapment or being caught in machinery or materials
Trench collapses during digging
Common Types of Injuries from Worksite Accidents
Construction accident victims suffered injuries such as:
What to Do After a Serious Injury on a Construction Site in Palatine
Steps to consider taking after being injured in a construction site accident include:
Report the accident to your supervisor immediately.
Seek medical attention.
Document all injuries, treatments, and expenses incurred.
Contact construction accident attorneys for legal guidance and representation.
How Can a Construction Accident Lawyer Help You?
While preparing personal injury cases for injured construction workers, attorneys:
Gather evidence like accident reports, witness statements, and photos/videos.
Collaborate with medical experts to assess your injuries and their long-term impact.
Negotiate with insurers or sue to secure fair compensation for injuries, lost wages, and suffering.
Clarify your legal rights and options, managing all legal proceedings for you.
What is the Difference Between a Third-Party Lawsuit and Workers’ Comp?
After a construction site accident, you may be entitled to both workers’ compensation benefits and compensation through a third-party lawsuit.
By Illinois law, workers’ compensation benefits are provided by your employer’s insurance company and cover medical bills, lost wages, and disability benefits. Workers’ comp is a no-fault system, meaning you do not need to prove anyone’s negligence to receive benefits.
A third-party lawsuit is a personal injury claim against someone NOT your employer who may be responsible for your construction site injury, such as a contractor or equipment manufacturer. To pursue this type of personal injury lawsuit, you must prove that the third party was negligent in causing your injuries.
Types of Compensation for Construction Site Accidents
Successful personal injury lawsuits for serious accidents can recover financial compensation for:
Medical expenses
Lost wages
Pain and suffering
Wrongful death benefits for families who have lost a loved one in a construction accident.
What Is My Case Worth?
Construction accident lawyers evaluate the value of a case by considering:
The severity of injuries sustained and their impact on health and work capability.
Lost wages and potential future income loss due to disability or decreased earning capacity.
Negligence or breaches of safety regulations breaches by the responsible party or parties.
Evidence and documentation from the accident scene and medical records.
Contact The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers Today
If you have been injured in a construction accident in Palatine, seek legal representation from an experienced and knowledgeable lawyer. At The Kryder Law Group, LLC, Accident and Injury Lawyers, we have a team of skilled attorneys who will work diligently for your rights and pursue compensation you deserve.
Contact us today for a free consultation.
Get help from a Palatine construction accident lawyer when you've been injured on the job at a construction site.
$7.5 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when a support wall fell and struck him. (Highest award on record for a construction injury in DuPage County at the time).
$3.2 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when he fell in an uncovered foundation trench, ranking as the highest award on record for a construction injury in McHenry County at the time.
$3 Million
Recovery for the family of a man struck by a garbage truck that was making an illegal turn.
$2.2 Million
Recovery for a salesman injured in an automobile collision.
$2 Million
Recovery for a man struck by a speeding vehicle as he waited for the CTA bus.
$1.5 Million
Recovery for a truck driver that was struck by another car on the expressway while his vehicle was disabled.
$1.4 Million
Recovery for a computer programmer that slipped and fell in the washroom at work.
Recovery for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a parking lot. At the time, this was the second-highest recovery on record in DuPage County for a similar injury.
$800,000
Recovered for a disputed wrongful death claim against a trucking company. The company denied they were involved in the collision.
$660,000
Recovery for a truck driver that was injured while unloading his trailer.
$550,000
Recovery for a person who slipped and fell in a grocery store.
$550,000
Recovery for a woman who injured her neck in a motor vehicle collision.
$500,000
Recovery for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle while standing on the sidewalk.
$460,000
Recovery for a truck driver that tripped and fell in the parking lot while making a delivery.
$450,000
Recovery for a dental assistant who slipped and fell at work on an unnatural accumulation of ice.
$425,000
Recovery for a union worker struck by a speeding vehicle.
$425,000
Recovery for a passenger in a vehicle struck by an inexperienced driver.
$415,000
Recovered for a woman that required neck surgery after aggravating an existing neck injury in a truck accident.
$400,000
Recovery for a lab technician injured while transporting equipment.
$370,000
Recovery for a construction worker injured on faulty equipment at a construction site.
$315,000
Recovery for a motorist struck by a falling utility pole.
$310,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$250,000
Recovery for a young woman struck by another vehicle.
$250,000
Recovered for a woman who sustained a partial finger amputation and other injuries in a rollover car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$250,000
Recovered for a 60-year-old woman involved in a car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man hit by a semi-truck while operating a go-cart.
$240,000
Recovery for the injured party struck by another vehicle.
$235,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$235,000
Recovery for an inventory clerk injured when shelving toppled onto her.
$219,000
Recovery for a restaurant patron that slipped and fell in the bathroom.
$200,000
Recovered for an airline employee struck on the runway at O’Hare International Airport.
$190,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$175,000
Recovered for a child injured by fireworks at a fourth of July celebration.
$170,000
Recovered for a person injured when she slipped and fell exiting a major retail store.
$150,000
Recovered for a woman who fractured her leg when she was struck by a vehicle.
Britt C.
Andrew Kryder went above and beyond to help me out with a case that I brought to him. He was prompt, attentive, and extremely thorough. It was a pleasure to work with him!
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