Illinois OSHA Safety Violations Lawyer
Construction projects require excavation in order to pour foundations, lay water and sewer pipes, and complete other essential tasks. Just as having workers high above ground puts a heavy burden on safety measures, the greatest care and diligence is required to prevent cave-ins and protect those working in trenches.
Trench collapses are more common than most people realize, accounting for serious injuries and on-the-job deaths every year throughout Illinois and nationwide. If you have been injured or tragically lost a family member in such an accident, please contact us for prompt, caring attention to your needs and potential legal case. We will welcome your call from Chicago, Elgin, Aurora, Batavia, Wheaton or elsewhere in Illinois.
Were Critical Safety Regulations Violated on Your Job Site?
In recognition of the dangers faced by excavation workers, sewer workers and others who work in trenches, the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) has extensive, specific regulations covering trench work. These regulations address issues such as:
- Required pre-job planning to select an appropriate protection system — usually involving sloping, benching and metal bracing suited to soil conditions
- Adherence to support system manufacturers' specifications and limitations
- Daily inspections to monitor work conditions, including trench safety risks created by rain or snow
- Other measures to minimize risks of explosion, toxic exposure
Taking Decisive Action for Injured Workers and Their Families
Many different contractors and subcontractors are typically involved in trench work and other construction activities that impact workers below ground. You can turn to our attorneys for a thorough investigation and all-out effort to hold a party who cut corners on safety accountable and legally liable for your life-changing work accident
We know that you may be dealing with catastrophic injuries or struggling to cope with a family member's wrongful death by asphyxiation. We want you to be able to focus on personal recovery as we consider viable paths and strategies for obtaining a sizable financial recovery.
Contact Us Now for a Free Consultation and Case Evaluation
Our Naperville trench collapse accident lawyers have handled a range of construction injury and other job injury cases, building a record of success obtaining sizable recoveries through third-party litigation. Please contact us today for experienced counsel you can trust.
