A third-party lawsuit is separate from your workers' compensation claim. You would bring this type of suit against someone other than your employer who is liable for your injury. In construction cases, a third-party claim may be against an equipment manufacturer, for...
Injuries
Identifying the most common risks when you work in construction
Construction work in Illinois can provide a steady career and allow enough flexibility to pursue relationships important to you. However, it can also put you in harm's way with some of the most dangerous risks of any career. When you know the common risks of working...
What are Illinois’ wrongful death laws?
When a person dies as a result of someone else’s actions, their survivors might be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit. These are the laws pertaining to such a case in Illinois. Understanding wrongful death Per Illinois law, if a person’s negligence, recklessness or...
Safety hazards Illinois construction workers should watch for
Construction workers in Illinois are no strangers to how dangerous the profession can be. Regardless, dozens, if not hundreds, of construction workers are injured in preventable accidents every year. The nature of the accident depends on the circumstances of the job....
Which are the most common truck accident injuries in Illinois?
A truck is usually an efficient way to transport large items or products from one place to another. Unfortunately, motor vehicle accidents involving trucks are not uncommon, and often result in serious injuries. Spinal cord injuries The spinal cord is a long, thin...