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Chicago Construction Accident Lawyers
Construction work is essential to keeping Chicago growing—but it also ranks among the most dangerous jobs. Heavy machinery, hazardous materials, and fast-paced worksites create the perfect environment for serious accidents. If you’ve been injured on the job, you may be left facing mounting medical bills, time off work, and a long road to recovery.
At GWC Injury Lawyers, we understand how devastating a construction accident can be. Our experienced team is here to help you make sense of your legal options and fight for the compensation you deserve. If you’re looking for a trusted Chicago construction accident lawyer, we’re ready to stand in your corner.
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Construction Accident Hazards and Injuries
Construction sites are inherently dangerous, with workers facing serious hazards every day—from falls off scaffolding to electrocutions, heavy machinery incidents, and structural collapses. These accidents often result in catastrophic injuries such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord trauma, amputations, or permanent hearing and vision loss. Many victims cannot return to work for months—or ever.
At GWC, we understand how life-altering these accidents can be. We’ve handled virtually every type of construction injury case, including:
- Fall Injuries
- Crane and Scaffolding Accidents
- Construction Vehicle Collisions
- Electrician Burns
- Bricklayer and Laborer Injuries
- Road Construction Defects
- Amputations, Broken Bones, Brain Damage, and Spinal Cord Injuries
- Vision and Hearing Loss
- Paralysis, Coma, and Fatalities
- Psychological effects such as PTSD, emotional distress, and loss of consortium
This may be your first construction accident—but it’s not ours. With a proven record of securing results for injured workers across Chicago, GWC is here to help you move forward.
Your Rights After a Construction Accident
If you were hurt on the job, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation. This benefit system covers medical treatment, provides partial wage replacement and several other benefits (including compensation for permanent disability) that you may be entitled to depending on the nature of your injury, treatment and recovery.
But workers’ comp isn’t always enough—especially in severe cases. In some situations, you may have grounds to file a personal injury claim. This could apply if your injury was caused by someone other than your direct employer or co-worker. Personal injury claims can sometimes be pursued against contractors on a job site, equipment manufacturers, or property owners. These claims can help injured parties recover damages for pain and suffering, medical bills, lost time from work, emotional distress, and more.
Because construction sites often involve multiple companies and complex liability issues, it’s important to have a knowledgeable Chicago construction accident lawyer evaluate your case.
What to Do After a Construction Accident
What you do in the hours and days after an accident can affect your health, your recovery, and your legal claim. To protect yourself, follow these steps:
1. Seek immediate medical attention. Even if your injuries don’t seem serious, getting evaluated right away ensures you receive proper care and creates an official medical record.
2. Document the scene and your injuries. If you’re able, take photos, write down what happened, and collect the names of any witnesses. Keep copies of medical bills and injury-related expenses.
3. Don’t give recorded statements to insurance companies. Insurers may try to downplay your injury or pressure you into a quick settlement. Always speak to an attorney first.
4. Contact our construction accident lawyers in Chicago. Our experienced lawyers can help you understand your rights and build a strong case to try to maximize your financial recovery
Why Choose GWC Injury Lawyers?
GWC Injury Lawyers is one of the most trusted construction injury law firms in Illinois. We have decades of experience helping injured workers, and we understand the specific dangers of the construction industry. Our attorneys have handled thousands of workplace injury cases and recovered millions for our clients.
When you work with us, you get more than just legal advice—you get a partner. We’ll handle the paperwork, communicate with insurance companies, investigate your accident, and fight to recover the full compensation you deserve. Our team has the experience, resources, and drive to take on even the most complex construction accident claims.
We are proud to represent workers from across the trades and have earned the trust of numerous unions and labor organizations in the Chicago area and the state of Illinois. Our union client list includes:
- Carpenters
- Electricians
- Laborers
- Sheet Metal Workers
- Painters
- Operating Engineers
- Tile Setters
- Teamsters
- Elevator Constructors
- Roofers
…to name only a handful of the construction trades. We also maintain close ties to Illinois legislators to remain current on the often-changing construction negligence laws as we continually strive to protect our clients’ interests.
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