Construction Injuries: Who is Responsible?

According to the United States Department of Labor most recent statistics, nearly 13 deaths occur every day due to construction accidents. With that said, it can be agreed that construction is a risky business. However, this does not mean that you are not entitled to compensation for your on the job injuries. Every time a construction worker enters a job site, they handle heavy equipment, hazardous materials and often are faced to work outdoors in an array of weather conditions. While construction companies have raised the standard of safety on the job, accidents still do occur. When accidents occur, a personal injury attorney will be on your side to fight for every right that you are entitled to as a victim.

When construction accidents do occur from either equipment failure, harsh weather or even a fall, the injuries are mostly likely to be serious, and can even cause death. Fortunately, Illinois law is on the side of workers, and requires for companies to compensate their workers’ injuries through what is called workers’ compensation. In other words, companies are responsible when they are at fault for failing to provide safe working conditions for their employees. Additionally, if your injury was caused by another cause outside of the fault of the construction company itself, an attorney can file what is called a personal injury claim. For example, if you were hurt by a piece of faulty equipment from another source, that source will be held liable for your injuries. To best learn who is responsible for your injuries on the job, a personal injury attorney can evaluate your case when you submit a free case evaluation to the Law Offices of Steven J. Malman & Associates, P.C.

The best way to submit a successful workers’ compensation or personal injury claim to compensate for medical treatment, lost wages, and pain and suffering is to hire an Illinois personal injury attorney because they are most familiar with the laws that are in place to protect you as an injured worker. Do not hesitate to call Malman Law today to learn more about legal rights if you were hurt on the job.