Oak Lawn 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 notably dangerous!

If you have been hurt in a construction accident in Illinois, the first step is always to seek proper medical attention.

Laws Regarding Construction Accidents in Oak Lawn Illinois

There are 2 basic categories of Construction Accidents in Oak Lawn.

The first is injuries sustained by those who are not employees on the Construction site. In these situations, bystanders are often hit by falling debris. When this occurs, a normal personal injury lawsuit will follow.

The second category of Construction Accidents deals with accidents and injuries sustained by employees on the construction site. For the most part, these employees are compensated through workman's compensation. In some cases, however, such as when a fellow employee caused the accident, the injured party may be entitled to higher recovery.

The first is injuries sustained by those who are not employees on the Construction site. In these situations, bystanders are often hit by falling debris. When this occurs, a normal personal injury lawsuit will follow.

Help with your Construction Accident in Illinois

Whether you are a pedestrian or a construction worker, if you have been injured in a Construction Accident, you should always call a knowledgeable Oak Lawn Construction Accident lawyer today.

Talk to a Personal Injury Law Attorney now!

Life in Oak Lawn

Oak Lawn, IL is a village in Cook County. Its population is approximately 55,000 as of the 2000 Census.

Being in Cook County, Oak Lawn is generally considered to be a suburb of Chicago. Residents of Oak Lawn are particularly proud of their city's park system, which is composed of over 300 acres of open green space, parks, and recreational facilities, such as basketball and tennis courts, as well as baseball and soccer fields.

The downtown area of Oak Lawn, Illinois went nearly a decade without significant new construction. However, in recent years, it has undergone a major redevelopment, with the intent of revitalizing the area, and creating jobs. New condominium developments, office space, as well as many new spaces for retailers and restaurants were all added, significantly revitalizing the area.

This seems to have been effective, as the percentage of people living below the poverty line in Oak Lawn, Illinois is far lower than the national average, which is about 20%. By contrast, only 5% of the population of Oak Lawn lives below the poverty line.

There are many lawyers in and around Oak Law, Illinois who can help you with virtually any legal problem you might have. Oak Lawn, Illinois attorneys are always ready to help.

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