Burns & Explosions on Construction Sites: Welding, Gas Lines & Fire Hazards
Construction site fires and explosions cause some of the most devastating workplace injuries in Illinois. From welding operations that ignite […]
Accident Types
Construction accident articles organized by accident mechanism, including falls, electrocutions, struck-by incidents, trench collapses, crane accidents, and other jobsite events.
Construction Electrocution: Power Line Contact & Electrical Hazards in Illinois
Electrocution remains one of the “Fatal Four” construction hazards identified by OSHA, killing approximately 71 construction workers annually. In Illinois,
Caught-In/Between Accidents: Machinery & Equipment Hazards
Caught-in/between accidents are among the most horrific in construction, workers trapped, crushed, or pulled into machinery and equipment. These accidents
Struck-By Accidents on Construction Sites: Falling Objects & Moving Equipment
Struck-by accidents are one of OSHA’s “Fatal Four”, the four leading causes of construction worker deaths. Each year, hundreds of
Trench Collapse & Excavation Accidents: Preventable Deaths
Trench collapses are among the most deadly construction accidents, with one cubic yard of soil weighing as much as a
Scaffolding Collapse Injuries: 4,500 Accidents Per Year
Scaffolding accidents injure approximately 4,500 construction workers annually and kill dozens more, according to OSHA data. When scaffolds collapse, tip
Electrocution Accidents Can Occur in Any Workplace: Your Rights After an Electrical Injury in Chicago
Electrocution accidents can occur in any workplace, including construction sites, factories, warehouses, hospitals, and even office buildings. While many people
Protecting Construction Workers Injured in Dangerous Trench Collapses Across Illinois
Trench work remains one of the most hazardous activities on Chicago construction sites. Every year, workers across Illinois suffer catastrophic
Ladder Accidents in Chicago Construction Sites: Legal Rights and Compensation for Injured Workers
Across Chicago’s busy construction and industrial sites , from downtown skyscrapers to suburban developments , ladders are a part of
Chicago Construction Site Crane Accident Lawyer
Chicago’s skyline is a symbol of ambition, progress, and craftsmanship. Every day, thousands of construction workers climb to incredible heights