Chicago Construction Scaffolding Accidents: Work Injury Lawsuits
July 21, 2022 ⚊ 1 Min read ⚊ Views 150 ⚊ BLOGIn a recent study from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, around 72% of workers who suffered an injury in a scaffold accident stated that the accident resulted from the support or planking failing or giving way, or to the employee slipping or being hit by a falling object.
Taking steps to protect workers from potential scaffold-related incidents can help to prevent around 4,500 injuries and over 60 deaths each year.
If you are involved in a construction site scaffolding accident in Chicago, you have rights. Our legal team at Drake & Collopy, P.C. is ready to help you get the workers’ compensation benefits you are entitled to and file a third-party lawsuit if needed.
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