Worker Injured In the Loop, Chicago Sidewalk Collapse Accident

Personal Injury - July 16, 2025

49-Year-Old Worker Sustained Head Injury After Falling Through Sidewalk in the Loop, Chicago on West Jackson Boulevard

Worker Injured In the Loop, Chicago Sidewalk Collapse Accident

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (July 16, 2025) – A 49-year-old worker was injured in the Loop, Chicago after a portion of sidewalk collapsed in the 100 block of West Jackson Boulevard.

Cook County officials are saying that the accident took place Saturday morning. A worker was on the sidewalk near the Financial District when it suddenly collapsed beneath him.

He hit his head after falling through the hole. Paramedics were called to the scene to help the victim.

He was transported to the hospital to receive treatment. A full investigation into the Loop, Chicago sidewalk accident remains ongoing.

Liability for Chicago Workplace Accidents

Thousands of workers are seriously injured or killed in their jobs each year. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, “Of the 101,400 private industry injury and illness cases reported in Illinois, 64,500 were of a more severe nature, involving days away from work, job transfer, or restriction while recuperating—commonly referred to as DART cases. These cases occurred at a rate of 1.5 cases per 100 full-time workers, matching the national rate.” There are a number of hazards that workers face.

  • Physical Hazards: Workers face a variety of physical hazards at their job sites. One of the most common physical hazards that they face is falls.
  • Chemical Hazards: Workers are exposed to a variety of different chemical hazards in their job sites, including toxic fumes and combustible gases.
  • Safety Hazards: Workers are routinely injured by electrical hazards and unguarded machinery.

Employers across Illinois have a legal obligation to protect their workers from hazards. When a worker is injured, they will typically have recourse through a workers’ compensation claim. This is a no-fault insurance claim that helps workers with lost wages and medical bills. An injured worker may also have recourse 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 sources of third-party liability for any construction accident. In particular, municipalities typically manage public sidewalks. The sidewalks must be created so that they are in a reasonably safe condition. If a municipality has actual or constructive notice of a hazard with their sidewalk, and they fail to fix it, this could form the basis of a negligence claim if someone is injured. It is important that certain steps are taken after any workplace accident.

  • Medical records related to the incident should be preserved.
  • The condition of the worksite leading up to the accident should be scrutinized.
  • A thorough investigation by OSHA should be conducted.
  • An experienced Chicago personal injury attorney should be contacted.

Construction accidents are often highly preventable. One of the major drivers of accidents is safety violations. Construction projects can be expensive. Shortcuts designed to save time and money can needlessly expose workers to harm. Any person injured in a construction accident may have legal recourse through workers’ compensation and a personal injury claim. A personal injury attorney can examine the unique facts of your case for free and let you know what your legal options are.

Investigating Chicago Construction Accidents

We at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates extend our best wishes to the worker injured in this sidewalk accident in the Loop, Chicago. 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. There needs to be a thorough investigation into the stability and structure of the sidewalk.

Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Chicago sidewalk accident? You may be entitled to financial compensation. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to assist you in any way that we can. We are committed to helping victims get the support and justice that they are entitled to under the law. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free, independent investigation into any incident, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (312) 564-4256.