Roughly 50% of Illinois’ population is in Cook County, making it the fifth largest employer in the state. It employs over 25,000 employees who work in a variety of skilled jobs and trades especially in the construction industry. In a study released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2007, the most common cause of death next to falls and transportation incidents is contact with objects and equipment, exposure to harmful substances or environments, assaults or violent acts, and fire and explosions. In November 2009 alone, two construction accidents rocked the county. Jose Hernandez-Blas was struck by a forklift in a garbage processing company in Chicago Ridge while Jose Meza was killed in a mishap in the grounds of Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago facility.
Construction accidents are life changing. Even if not killed, an injured worker may be permanently disabled and will no longer be able to earn a living. It is important to contact an experienced Cook County, IL personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after an accident so that evidence is maintained and any lawsuits can be filed before the expiration of the statute of limitations. Cook County Accident Attorney Martin Dolan has been handling complex litigation involving serious personal injury cases for 19 years. He was selected as a Super Lawyer in 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009. The Cook County construction accident lawyers of Dolan Law Offices offer free consultations and does not collect a fee unless a case results in a monetary verdict or settlement.
