Construction is one of the most dangerous jobs in Chicago. Falls, falling objects, equipment failures, and electrocutions injure workers every week. This page collects every construction accident guide on this site, for injured workers and their families.
Most injured workers have two possible claims. Workers’ compensation pays medical bills and part of lost wages no matter who was at fault, but it does not pay for pain and suffering. A third-party claim against someone other than your employer, such as a general contractor, property owner, or equipment maker, can recover full damages.
OSHA rules matter in these cases. Violations of fall protection, scaffolding, trenching, and lockout rules are strong evidence of negligence. Site records, incident reports, and witness statements should be preserved quickly, before the site changes and the crew scatters.
Do not assume workers’ comp is your only option. Many construction injuries involve a negligent subcontractor or an unsafe site controlled by someone other than your employer. The guides below explain both paths, the deadlines for each, and how the two claims work together.
All Guides in This Section
Falls and site hazards
- Crane Accidents in Chicago: Causes, Injuries, and Legal Liability
- Electrocution Injuries on Construction Sites in Chicago: Causes and Legal Claims
- Falls from Heights on Chicago Construction Sites: Legal Options for Injured Workers
- Scaffolding Accidents on Chicago Construction Sites: Your Legal Rights
- Trench Collapse Accidents in Chicago: Legal Rights for Injured Workers
Workers’ comp and third-party claims
- Construction Accident Injuries in Chicago: OSHA Violations, Liability, and Your Legal Rights
- OSHA Violations and Construction Accident Claims in Chicago
Construction injury claims
- Caught-Between and Crush Injuries on Chicago Construction Job Sites
- Construction Defect Injuries to Bystanders in Chicago: Legal Rights and Claims
- Independent Contractor vs. Employee Claims in Chicago Construction Accidents
- Struck-by-Object Accidents on Chicago Construction Sites: Legal Rights and Claims
Talk to a Chicago Injury Lawyer for Free
Phillips Law Offices handles construction accident cases across Chicago and Illinois. The consultation is free and there is no fee unless we win. Call (312) 346-4262 or contact us online. Our office is at 161 N Clark St Suite 4925, Chicago, IL 60601.