Schaumburg, IL Workplace Falls Attorneys

Workers' Compensation Lawyers for Workplace Falls in Illinois

Those who work at elevated heights have a high risk of workplace injury from falling. A workplace fall can occur in a variety of occupations, from construction workers to window washers. Depending on the distance of the fall, you could sustain minor injuries, catastrophic injuries, or anything in between. Fatalities are also possible.

At the Illinois workers' compensation law firm of Grauer & Kriegel, LLC, we are experienced in handling cases resulting from workplace falls. We understand how an injury can completely disrupt your life and your family's life, and we fight to make sure that you obtain the maximum amount of benefits from your workers' compensation claim.

Serious Injuries in the Workplace

A fall while on the job can result in a serious injury that affects your ability to work and other aspects of your life. Regardless of who is at fault for your fall, you may be entitled to worker's compensation benefits. If another party other than your employer was at fault, you may also be entitled to file a third-party claim to pursue additional compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. Our attorneys can assist you with both your worker's compensation claim and any personal injury lawsuit. We aggressively advocate for our clients' interests and strive to obtain the greatest possible compensation from all sources.

The injuries sustained from a workplace fall can include:

• Traumatic brain injuries;
• Back and neck injuries;
• Spinal cord injuries/paralysis;
• Broken bones; and
• Wrongful death.

For over 40 years, our firm has handled workers' compensation claims involving workplace falls including:

• Falls from ladders/scaffolding;
• Falls from roofs;
• Construction site falls;
• Warehouse falls;
• Falls from unsecured ledges;
• Stairway falls;
• Slip and falls; and
• Trip and falls.

If you or a loved one was injured in a workplace fall, contact us at 847-240-9010 to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case. One of our attorneys will meet with you and explain the workers' compensation process in Illinois and how we can help you obtain the full level of benefits you deserve. Our office is located in Schaumburg, Illinois just west of Woodfield Mall. We represent injured workers throughout the area, including Cook County and the surrounding collar counties.