Injured in a Chicago construction accident?
The attorneys at LawMachine represent construction accident victims across Chicago and Cook County. We work on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we win your case. Call (312) 222-0202 for a free consultation.
Why Chicago construction accident victims choose LawMachine
Chicago's dense traffic, aggressive rush-hour congestion, and mix of pedestrians, cyclists, CTA buses, and rideshare vehicles make it one of Illinois' most collision-prone cities.
- Cases filed in Cook County, including at the Richard J. Daley Center, where most Cook County personal injury lawsuits are filed
- No fees unless we win your case — free consultation
- You speak directly with your attorney
- Thorough investigation and evidence preservation
Major roads in and around Chicago
Busy Chicago routes where construction accidents occur include:
- the Dan Ryan Expressway (I-90/94)
- Lake Shore Drive
- the Kennedy Expressway
- the Eisenhower Expressway (I-290)
If you were seriously hurt, Chicago accident victims are typically treated at Northwestern Memorial Hospital or Rush University Medical Center or University of Chicago Medical Center. Keep every record from your treatment — it is central to your claim.
Common construction accident injuries we handle
Falls from scaffolding and heights
We pursue full compensation for falls from scaffolding and heights and related harm.
Crane and heavy-equipment injuries
We pursue full compensation for crane and heavy-equipment injuries and related harm.
Electrocution
We pursue full compensation for electrocution and related harm.
Struck-by and caught-between injuries
We pursue full compensation for struck-by and caught-between injuries and related harm.
Trench and structural collapses
We pursue full compensation for trench and structural collapses and related harm.
Illinois comparative fault — and why it matters locally
Illinois follows a modified comparative negligence rule: your compensation is reduced by your share of fault, and if you are found more than 50% at fault you recover nothing. Insurers routinely try to shift blame onto Chicago victims to cut what they pay. We investigate and push back hard to protect your recovery.
Frequently asked questions — Chicago construction accidents
How much does a Chicago construction accident lawyer cost?
Nothing up front. We handle Chicago construction accident cases on a contingency fee — you pay no fee at all unless we recover compensation for you.
How long do I have to file a construction accident claim in Illinois?
Illinois generally allows two years from the date of injury for most personal injury claims, but exceptions and shorter deadlines can apply. Because evidence in Chicago disappears quickly, speak with an attorney right away.
Do I have to go to court in Cook County?
Most construction accident cases settle without trial. When litigation is necessary, cases in Chicago are generally filed at the Richard J. Daley Center, where most Cook County personal injury lawsuits are filed. We prepare every case as if it will be tried.
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