Jackhammers are an electro-mechanical or pneumatic tool that is used to both chisel and hammer at the same time. While incredibly useful, these powerful construction tools send huge vibrations up the arms of the construction worker using this piece of equipment, often causing serious, long-lasting, and life-altering injuries.
If you have been injured in a jackhammer accident, contact 844 See Mike for a free consultation. We are a Chicago-based injury law firm representing individuals (and their families) who have suffered an injury in an accident. We will handle your case quickly and advise you every step of the way, and we will not hesitate to go to trial for you. Lastly, 844 See Mike is not paid attorneys’ fees unless we win your case. Our no-fee promise is that simple. You have nothing to risk when you hire us – only the opportunity to seek justice.
Jackhammer Injuries
The sound of jackhammers is all too common across the state as construction and road work continues on a daily basis. While these tools are important, they can also be dangerous, not only to the construction worker but to those around them.
The most common type of jackhammer injury is hand-arm vibration syndrome. The repetitive stress of using a jackhammer, even with protective anti-vibration gloves, can cause tingling in the hands and arms which can progress to nerve damage, muscle, and bone injuries over time.
Jackhammers are also loud. The average decibel level of a pneumatic jackhammer is 130 decibels, which is louder than a rock concert and is on-par with a jet engine. Without proper ear protection, spending even a short amount of time near a jackhammer can cause hearing damage and loss.
Construction workers also need to be aware of what materials they are cutting into. There have been occasions when conduits are incorrectly labeled and workers are jackhammering into gas lines, water pipes, and electrical conduit. These mishaps can lead to electrocution, trench collapse, exposure to dangerous chemicals and substances, explosions, and flying debris that not only put the construction worker at-risk, but also those around them, including pedestrians and motorists.
If you or a loved one has suffered injuries due to negligence on the job site, an experienced personal injury lawyer can review your claim and determine if there were unsafe working conditions, potential OSHA violations, and other hazards that may have existed at the time of your accident. They will also determine who may be liable for your injuries and damages and what compensation you may be entitled to.
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