Construction Workers

Construction Workers' Injury Attorneys in Chicago

Construction sites were historically a central hub for the use of asbestos. From the mid-20th century well into the 1980s, virtually every building trade utilized materials containing asbestos due to its fire-resistant, insulating, and strengthening properties.

This means that construction workers, including those involved in new construction, renovations, maintenance, and demolition, face extremely high risks of exposure to the toxic fibers that cause mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other serious illnesses.

If you are a construction worker in the Chicago area diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease, The Law Office of Gregory M. McMahon is here to help you seek justice. We understand the complex job sites and product usage history necessary to prosecute these civil claims successfully.

Schedule a free initial consultation with one of our Chicago construction workers’ injury attorneys by calling (464) 250-9272 or completing our online contact form. Consultations can be held virtually for convenience.

High-Risk Construction Trades

Asbestos fibers were released into the air whenever an asbestos-containing material was cut, sawed, sanded, drilled, or demolished.

We represent clients in various construction trades that were routinely exposed:

Carpenters and drywall installers - Often worked with asbestos-containing materials, such as joint compounds, insulation, and construction adhesives.
Electricians - Exposure occurred when handling asbestos-laden electrical panels, conduits, and wiring insulation.
Roofers - Worked with roofing materials, including shingles and felt that contained asbestos, particularly when cutting or removing old materials.
Insulators and pipefitters - Directly handled asbestos insulation used on pipes, boilers, and hot water lines.
Plumbers and steamfitters - Cut and installed asbestos gaskets, packing, and fire-resistant materials around pipes and equipment.
Laborers and demolition workers - Responsible for cleaning up debris and tearing out old structures, often creating the highest levels of dust and fiber release.
Masons and cement workers - Used asbestos in cement pipes, concrete products, and plaster.
- Boilermakers and welders - Worked with high-temperature equipment insulated with asbestos products.

Why Legal Representation Is Essential in Construction Cases

Asbestos cases involving construction sites present unique challenges that demand distinct legal support.

Establishing product and site liability: Unlike a single factory, a construction worker often moved between multiple job sites over decades. Our firm must meticulously investigate your full work history to identify every site, the specific asbestos products used there (such as brand names of insulation, cement, tiles), and the companies (manufacturers, suppliers, and sometimes premises owners) responsible for your exposure.

Overcoming the “state-of-the-art” defense: Corporations often argue they didn't know the dangers of asbestos. We aggressively counter this by presenting historical evidence, often including documents they tried to suppress, which proves they were aware of the risks for decades but concealed them from workers like you.
Navigating multi-defendant litigation: A single job site could involve dozens of different manufacturers and suppliers. We manage complex multi-defendant litigation, simultaneously pursuing claims against solvent companies and filing claims with various asbestos trust funds established by bankrupt manufacturers.

The legal strategy must be precise to connect your unique exposure history to the specific defendants and products liable for your illness. Attorney McMahon's experience on the defense side provides the crucial insider knowledge needed to anticipate and counter the defense tactics employed in these complex, high-value claims.

Compensation You May Be Awarded

A successful asbestos injury claim is designed to provide comprehensive financial support for you and your family as you face this diagnosis.

We fight for significant financial recovery, which may include:

Past and future medical expenses - Covering all costs associated with diagnosis and treatment, including chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, and palliative care.
Lost wages and earning capacity - Compensation for income lost due to the illness and the future inability to work in your trade.
Pain, suffering, and emotional distress - Damages for the immense physical pain, emotional trauma, and loss of life enjoyment caused by the disease.
Wrongful death damages - If you have lost a loved one, we pursue compensation for funeral costs, loss of financial support, and loss of companionship.

We operate on a contingency fee basis; you pay zero attorney fees unless we successfully secure compensation for you.

If your construction career led to an asbestos-related diagnosis, let us help you hold the negligent parties accountable through a civil claim. Our firm puts over 20 years of case preparation, negotiation skills, and litigation experience to work for you.

Call (464) 250-9272 or complete our online contact form to book your free case evaluation with one of our Chicago construction workers’ injury attorneys today.

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