Two Workers Injured In Little Village Accident After Falling From Roof

Personal Injury - July 30, 2025

Investigation Underway After Workers Seriously Injured in Little Village, Chicago, When They Fell From a Roof

Two Workers Injured In Little Village Accident After Falling From Roof

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (July 20, 2025) – Two workers were injured after they fell from a building in Little Village, Chicago on the 2600 block of S. Millard Avenue.

Cook County officials are saying that the accident took place around 4 PM on Friday night. Two 24-year-old workers fell from the building and suffered traumatic injuries.

Paramedics were called to the scene to help the victims. They were taken to the hospital with serious injuries.

It remains unclear what may have caused them to fall. A full investigation into the Little Village accident remains ongoing at this time.

Liability for Little Village Construction Accidents

Falls remain one of the leading causes of serious injury and death for workers in the United States. According to OSHA, “In 2023, there were 421 fatal falls to a lower level out of 1,075 construction fatalities (BLS data). These deaths are preventable. […] When working from heights, employers must plan projects to ensure that the job is done safely. Begin by deciding how the job will be done, what tasks will be involved, and what safety equipment may be needed to complete each task.” Several actions should be taken to protect workers from falls.

  • Assessment: Construction companies should conduct a fall assessment to identify all potential fall risks.
  • Fall Protection: Construction companies should use safety barriers to protect workers from falls, including guardrails and toe boards.
  • Equipment: Construction companies should ensure that all of their workers have adequate fall protection equipment.

When a worker is injured in Illinois, they will typically have recourse through workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation operates through a no-fault insurance scheme. There is no need for an injured worker to demonstrate that one party was responsible for their injuries to receive benefits through workers’ compensation. An injured worker may also be able to receive benefits through a third-party liability claim. A third-party liability claim may be possible if an entity separate from a worker’s employer contributed to an accident.

There are numerous potential sources of third-party liability at a construction site. This includes the owner or operator of a building. Property owners have a legal obligation to ensure that their premises are in a reasonably safe condition. General contractors may also bear some liability if they fail to maintain a worksite in a safe condition. It is important that certain steps are taken after any workplace accident.

  • Medical Evaluation: Injured workers should receive a thorough medical evaluation. Many of the injuries associated with a workplace accident may not be obvious. Injured workers should also inform their doctors that they were injured on the job.
  • Evidence Preservation: Injured workers should gather as much evidence as they can from the accident site. They should include taking photos of the scene and collecting any official reports made by OSHA.
  • Legal Counsel: Injured workers should seek the guidance of experienced legal counsel. An attorney can help workers receive the compensation and benefits that they need to recover.

It can be hard to know what to do for any person injured at their job. This is particularly true when a worker is injured in a fall. False can leave workers with traumatic injuries that impair workers ability to be gainfully employed. Even after a worker heals, lingering injuries may physically limit what a worker is able to accomplish in the long term. It is important that accident victims understand that they do have legal options. They are able to seek some measure of accountability through a civil action.

Investigating Cook County Workplace Accidents

We at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates extend our best wishes to the workers injured in this Little Village, Chicago accident. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to OSHA. It is our sincere hope that steps are taken to prevent similar incidents. Workers should never have to compromise between keeping their jobs and staying safe.

Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Little Village accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to assist you in any way that we can. We are dedicated to standing up for the rights of workers and holding negligent parties fully accountable for their actions. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free, independent investigation into any accident, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (312) 564-4256.