Bloomington Scaffold and Ladder Accident Attorney

Lawyers for Construction Accidents and Fall Injuries in McLean County, Sangamon County, and Champaign County

Construction workers face a wide variety of risks while performing their jobs, and they may suffer injuries for multiple different reasons. Fall injuries involving ladders and scaffolds can be especially dangerous, and workers who are involved in these types of accidents will want to determine who was responsible and take steps to receive compensation that will address their injuries. By working with an attorney who is experienced in construction accidents, victims can be sure they will have the financial resources they need as they work to recover from their injuries.

The lawyers of Kanoski Bresney have been representing victims of work accidents and other types of personal injuries for more than 40 years. We have helped our clients receive a total of over $400 million in compensation, and we are prepared to fight on your behalf to make sure you are repaid for all of the ways you and your family have been affected by a work-related injury. We are dedicated to making sure injury victims receive respect, response, and results.

Injuries in Scaffolding and Ladder Accidents

Some of the most serious types of construction accidents involve injuries that occur because a worker falls from a great height. Falls often take place while a person is working on a ladder or scaffolding, and they can result in traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, or bone fractures. A collapsing ladder or scaffold can also cause injuries to other workers or pedestrians due to falling objects.

In many cases, scaffolding or ladder collapses occur because of defective equipment. Manufacturing defects may cause ladders to be structurally unsound, or scaffolds that have not been properly maintained may not be able to hold the necessary weight. Collapses can also take place because equipment was not assembled correctly or because an employer did not make sure the proper safety procedures were followed. Workers may also be injured if a vehicle or construction equipment collides with a ladder or scaffolding, or defects in the structure of a building may increase the risks of fall injuries.

Construction workers who are injured while on the job will usually be able to receive workers' compensation. These benefits will cover the costs of medical care needed following an injury, and they may also address a person's loss of income due to a temporary or permanent disability. Victims may also be able to pursue a personal injury lawsuit against an employer who acted negligently by failing to follow the proper safety procedures or provide the necessary protective equipment. Third-party claims may also allow a victim to recover compensation from others who may have been responsible, including a product liability claim against the manufacturer of a defective ladder or scaffold or a premises liability claim against a property owner who did not address hazards that affected the safety of workers.

Contact Our Decatur Ladder and Scaffold Injury Lawyers

At Kanoski Bresney, we can provide representation for workers injured due to collapsing ladders and scaffolding or other types of construction accidents. We can also assist with cases involving others who are injured in these types of accidents, such as pedestrians or drivers who are struck by falling objects near a construction site. We will fight to make sure your family receives the financial resources you need to recover from your injuries. To schedule a free consultation and learn more about how we can help with your case, contact us by calling 888-U-COUNT-2 or 888-826-8682. We provide legal help to construction accident victims in Peoria County, Bloomington, Macomb, Champaign, Sangamon County, Tazewell County, Quincy, Schuyler County, Pekin, Champaign County, Decatur, Peoria, McLean County, Adams County, Springfield, Rushville, Macon County, McDonough County, and across the state of Illinois.