Construction Accident

Construction accidents happen every day, if you got injured in a construction accident while working on a construction site, you may have a negligence action as well as a Workers Compensation action. 

Workers Compensation laws severely limit recovery, primarily because they provide no compensation for pain and suffering and severely limit how much compensation is paid for your injuries and/or disabilities and Illinois precludes an employee from suing their employer.  Also see workers compensation.

Often, in order to receive damages that cover pain and suffering and also adequately compensate you for your injuries, there may be parties, other than your employer, that may be responsible for the accident. This is especially true in the case of construction site accidents where there are architects, contractors, product and equipment suppliers, etc. who may have contributed to the accident.

If a third party is found to be the cause of the injuries, then damages (other than those available to you under the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act) are available that will more fully compensate you. 

Our Firm Is Experienced In Construction Accidents and On Site Injuries.

Knowledge of the laws and/or regulations governing construction sites is imperative when developing theories against any third parties involved.

     ◊ Experience in the inspections of worksites,

     ◊ inspections of the equipment and products on the site,

     ◊ identification of critical witnesses,

     ◊ and knowledge of how to preserve and analyze important evidence is also
      essential.

You need a lawyer who handles construction accidents and construction site injuries to adequately analyze all the intricacies involved and protect your rights to be fully compensated for your damages. 

Do not make any type of statement
or sign any papers without first consulting with us.

Anything said or signed at the time of the accident can be used against you and may prevent you from receiving compensation that you may have otherwise been able to receive.

Many complex legal and insurance issues are involved in construction accidents. Determining who is at fault is one of the more difficult factors. Even if someone involved in a construction accident believes that they are partially at fault for the accident, they may still be able to recover damages.

Contact Us if you have been injured. It is important that you act promptly as certain statutes of limitations apply and you can lose your rights to be compensated.

The initial review of your case and the consultation is free. We look forward to working with you and we know you will be pleased with our services.

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We build relationships.

It gives us a genuine satisfaction to meet and help you in some meaningful way.

The entire staff of the McDermott and McDermott Law Firm is knowledgeable and sensitive to your needs. Their focus is on making the process as comfortable as possible.

   ◊ They explain everything to you,
   ◊ keep you informed,
   ◊ include you in the decision making process,
   ◊ and always return your phone calls.

Your matter is handled as expeditiously as possible without compromising your rights.

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