Construction work is often time-sensitive, and in some states, workers do not get a break due to the constant bad weather they often encounter, including long winters and high winds. This weather is especially common in regions such as Wisconsin and Illinois, where construction work must continue despite weather that could potentially lead to injuries. Skyscrapers bear the brunt of this unique phenomenon, where the higher you build, the stronger the winds become. Because of this, workers must take extra precautions to stay safe, and construction site managers and supervisors must make timely and educated decisions on whether or not construction work will continue on such days. The weather is a harsh mistress and cannot be controlled. However, even if the weather suddenly changes, lashing workers high up on sites in the rain, hailstones, and aggressive winds, safety protocols and their application can be the difference between getting down to safety, unharmed, and workers falling from heights or having construction materials and pieces of the building falling on them, leading to catastrophic injuries. In addition, weather extremes such as blistering cold and the blaring heat found in southern states can lead to a host of health issues such as heat stroke, heat exhaustion, hypothermia, and even frostbite, which must be treated urgently to save the construction worker’s life. Extreme weather conditions can lead to injuries that are usually handled by unions and workers’ compensation, where your immediate medical needs are taken care of and money is set aside for any lost days off work. However, the program is often insufficient, particularly if the construction worker suffered catastrophic and life-altering injuries or suffered, for example, heat stroke leading to extensive neurological damage. In such cases, working with an experienced construction worker injury attorney is the best route to take to ensure you receive maximum compensation, and we’re here to help with that.

Are you looking for the best injured construction worker lawyer? Please call us NOW at 312-444-0214 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. For close to 30 years, we have helped thousands of injured Americans from all walks of life, and we’ve recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for clients who suffered injuries due to the negligent actions of others. The McCready Law difference lies in the fact that we are not afraid to litigate should we believe your case not only has merit, but that your injuries deserve maximum compensation so you are able to afford the multiple surgeries you may have to undergo into the future as well as the rehabilitative care you need in order to live a decent and respectable life despite your injuries. We take on all injured construction site worker lawsuits countrywide, and we run a bilingual office (hablamos Espanol), so feel free to call us at 312-444-0214 anytime and we’ll provide 100% FREE legal advice regardless of where you are. These cases are handled on contingency fee basis, meaning there are ZERO UPFRONT FEES during the investigation and processing of your claim, as we only levy our fees at the end of the suit, and only if we’ve recovered compensation on your behalf. For your 1000% FREE legal consultation into all things construction worker injury lawsuits, please call us NOW at 312-444-0214 so we can connect you to one of our friendly, knowledgeable and compassionate injured construction worker lawyers – our intake team is standing by.

Why and How Inclement Weather Causes Injuries on Construction Sites

There are many different weather-related construction site accidents that can occur, but some are more common than others. Accidents caused by high winds that make scaffolding and cranes come crashing down, particularly if improperly secured, are an example. High winds may also take tools, equipment, and materials airborne, turning them into projectiles that can cause injury. If the structure is incomplete and gets hit by a particularly strong gust of wind, parts of it may collapse and injure workers on the ground.

In addition, rain poses multiple risks such as the creation of slippery surfaces increasing the risk of slips and falls. Heavy rain can lead to flooding, damaging equipment and submerging parts of the construction sites. This may pose injury risks like holes and garbage sites that may have nails and glasses strewn all over them.

Furthermore, construction site workers working in snow and ice may be prone to falls as snow can add weight to structures such as platforms and scaffolding, making them prone to structural failures. Icy conditions at construction sites can make everything slippery, increasing the risk for slips and falls.

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While the weather is largely out of our control, weather-related injuries can be mitigated in a number of ways. For starters, construction site managers must carry out risk assessments to have an idea of historical weather patterns that may affect the site and take into account the amount of time and months that will be used to complete the construction so it doesn’t bleed into seasons that are known for inclement weather. Managers should also develop weather preparedness plans that may include the implementation of emergency procedures for workers in the event of a sudden weather event, as well as making sure that all workers adhere to safety protocols tailored to different weather conditions such as seeking shelter and staying hydrated during heat waves. Lastly, workers should be provided with weather-appropriate gear during the different seasons, such as insulated clothing, boots, and gloves to protect against the vagaries of cold weather, and the provision of breathable fabrics and cooling vests during hot weather. If you were injured as a result of extreme weather at a construction site, chances are some form of negligence played a pivotal role. For more information on the damages you may qualify for, and the true value of your claim, please give us a call NOW at 312-444-0214 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. Thanks for choosing McCready Law, and we look forward to helping you.