Hoffman Estates Construction Accident Attorneys

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Can I Sue for a Workplace Injury in Illinois?

Construction sites require hard hats for a reason - they are extremely hazardous!

If you have been harmed in a construction accident in Illinois, the initial step is always to seek proper medical care.

Laws Regarding Construction Accidents in Hoffman Estates Illinois

All Construction Accidents can fall into two main categories in Hoffman Estates.

The first deals with all injuries sustained by individuals who are not employed at the construction site. These situations tend to involve a passer-by being hit by falling objects. In these situations, an "ordinary" personal injury lawsuit will usually be the result.

The second category involves injuries suffered by employees on a work site. For the most part, these injuries are compensated through worker's compensation. However, in some cases, such as when another employee causes the injury, the injured employee may be able to recover larger damages.

The first deals with all injuries sustained by individuals who are not employed at the construction site. These situations tend to involve a passer-by being hit by falling objects. In these situations, an "ordinary" personal injury lawsuit will usually be the result.

Get Construction Accident Assistance from Attorneys in Illinois

If you were injured in a Construction Accident, no matter if you were an employee or a pedestrian, you should always find a Hoffman Estates lawyer who understands how to handle Construction Accidents.

Talk to a Personal Injury Law Attorney now!

Life in Hoffman Estates

Hoffman Estates is situated to the northwest of downtown Chicago. This Cook County city is an affluent suburb that is home to 54,000 Illinois residents. Because it's an affluent city with many attractions, many lawyers call it home. Hoffman Estates lawyers are familiar with local courts and procedures, consulting on a wide range of cases. Major industry in Hoffman Estates include the headquarters of the Sears Holdings Corporation, the ATT headquarters for the Midwest, American headquarters for Japanese machine tool manufacturer Mori Seiki, and a number of sports teams.

The Sears Centre in Hoffman Estates plays host to major indoor soccer team Chicago Storm, the Chicago Slaughter indoor football team, and Chicago Bliss lingerie football team. More recently, Heartland International Tattoo relocated to the Sears Centre. It's one of the largest music and dance festivals in the Midwest. Hoffman Estates gained prominence in the mid-1960s and early 1970s when the Centex corporation began mass producing homes on adjacent lots. The location was desirable because the Northwest Tollway opened providing direct access to Chicago's downtown businesses. Soon afterward the Woodfield Mall opened and a master planned community began construction attracting a number of corporate headquarters and tourist attractions. 

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