Illinois Construction Accident Lawyers

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At 217 Law, we help injured construction workers in Central Illinois with workers compensation claims and personal injury lawsuits.

Central Illinois Construction Injury Lawyers

Construction sites are among the most dangerous workplaces in Illinois. From falls and collapsing scaffolds to heavy equipment mishaps and electrocutions, construction workers face constant risk. When safety measures fail, the consequences can be catastrophic.

If you’ve been injured on a construction site, you are likely entitled to file a workers’ compensation claim. Depending on the facts, you may also be entitled to file a third-party personal injury lawsuit against a negligent contractor, property owner, or equipment manufacturer.

At 217 Law, we take a lot of pride in representing workers injured on construction jobsites. Attorney Zach Anderson spent years working construction as a non-union laborer and then as a union fire sprinkler fitter, giving him unique insight into handling construction accident cases.

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    Courtney Anderson

    Courtney practices criminal defense, family law, and personal injury. Never shy of a difficult or high-profile case, she has won numerous awards for her advocacy.

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    Fallon Conner

    Fallon practices criminal defense and family law. A former prosecutor, she enjoys being in the courtroom and has been successful in many bench and jury trials.

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    Zach Anderson

    Zach focuses on helping injured clients with workers compensation, personal injury, and products liability claims. He has recovered millions for his clients.

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  • "Courtney Anderson handled my case with incredible skill and compassion, keeping me informed every step. They got me the best outcome and will continue to fight for me!"

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Should an injured construction worker in Central Illinois file a work comp claim or a personal injury lawsuit?

Construction accidents can be more complicated than many other workplace injury cases. In this video, Illinois construction accident attorney Zach Anderson explains how construction accidents may involve both workers’ compensation claims and third-party personal injury lawsuits when multiple contractors, equipment operators, or other companies are working on the same job site.

Illinois construction accidents — falls from heights

Falls from heights are one of the most common causes of serious injuries on construction sites. In this video, Illinois construction accident attorney Zach Anderson explains how fall accidents can occur on construction jobsites and discusses legal issues that may arise when workers are injured in falls involving roofs, scaffolds, ladders, or other elevated work areas.

What to do after a construction accident in Central Illinois

Construction accidents can happen quickly and often leave workers unsure about what steps to take next. In this video, Illinois construction accident attorney Zach Anderson explains important steps injured construction workers may consider after an accident and why documenting the incident and reporting the injury can sometimes be important later.

What happens if an independent contractor is injured in a Central Illinois construction accident?

Construction workers are sometimes classified as independent contractors rather than employees. In this video, Illinois construction accident attorney Zach Anderson explains legal issues that may arise when independent contractors are injured on construction jobsites and how different types of claims may apply depending on the circumstances.

Illinois construction accidents — trench collapses

Excavation work can create dangerous conditions on construction sites when proper safety precautions are not followed. In this video, Illinois construction accident attorney Zach Anderson explains legal issues that may arise when workers are injured in trench collapse or excavation accidents on construction jobsites.

Illinois construction accidents — trench collapses

Excavation work can create dangerous conditions on construction sites when proper safety precautions are not followed. In this video, Illinois construction accident attorney Zach Anderson explains legal issues that may arise when workers are injured in trench collapse or excavation accidents on construction jobsites.

Illinois construction accidents — falling object accidents

Struck-by accidents are a common cause of injuries on construction jobsites. In this video, Illinois attorney Zach Anderson explains how struck-by accidents can occur when workers are hit by falling materials, tools, equipment, or moving vehicles and discusses legal issues that may arise after these types of construction accidents.

Illinois construction accidents — cranes and heavy equipment

Cranes and heavy equipment are commonly used on construction projects, but accidents involving this machinery can lead to serious injuries. In this video, Illinois construction accident attorney Zach Anderson explains legal issues that may arise when workers are injured in crane or heavy equipment accidents on construction jobsites.

Illinois construction accidents — shocks and electrocution

Electrical hazards are a serious risk on many construction projects. In this video, Illinois construction accident attorney Zach Anderson explains legal issues that may arise when workers are injured by electrical hazards such as power lines, temporary wiring, or energized equipment on construction jobsites.

Illinois construction accidents — scaffold and ladder accidents

Scaffolds and ladders are used regularly on construction projects, but accidents involving this equipment can lead to serious injuries. In this video, Illinois construction accident attorney Zach Anderson explains legal issues that may arise when workers are injured in scaffold or ladder accidents on construction jobsites.

Illinois construction accidents — wrongful death cases

Some construction accidents result in tragic and fatal injuries. In this video, Illinois attorney Zach Anderson explains legal issues that may arise when a construction accident results in a wrongful death and discusses the types of claims that may be available under Illinois law.