Were you injured when a ceiling collapsed in a building in Chicago, Illinois? You may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. Mark L. Karno & Associates, LLC can help you make the most of your claim, including filing a lawsuit on your behalf if needed.
Our Chicago premises liability attorneys are some of the most well-regarded in the city, with more than 100 years of combined experience and tens of millions of dollars recovered for our clients. Call us at (224) 481-1926 for a free consultation to learn more about your legal rights and options.
How Mark L. Karno & Associates Can Help After a Ceiling Collapse in Chicago
Ceiling collapse cases involve questions that go beyond standard premises liability. Your attorney needs to determine what caused the structural failure, who was responsible for maintaining the building, and whether there were warning signs that went ignored. That kind of investigation often requires extensive investigatory work and expert assistance.
Mark L. Karno & Associates is well-qualified to help you every step of the way. When you hire our personal injury law firm, we can:
- Investigate the cause of the ceiling collapse with help from structural experts
- Obtain building permits and maintenance records from the property
- Identify every party that may share liability for the failure
- Document the full extent of your injuries and calculate your damages
- Take your case to trial if the responsible parties won’t settle fairly
Get started with your case today by reaching out to us for a free consultation. We can offer you some preliminary legal advice at that time.
What Causes Ceilings To Collapse?
Ceiling collapses are usually occur due to some form of negligence. Some of the most common causes include dangerous conditions like:
- Water damage
- Structural deterioration
- Faulty construction work
- Pest damage
- Overloading
In many cases, the property owner likely had access to warning signs before the collapse occurred, such as visible water stains or cracking plaster. A property owner who ignores signs like these and allows a collapse to happen can be held liable for any injuries that result.
Who Can Be Held Liable for a Ceiling Collapse in Chicago?
Multiple parties may share responsibility depending on what caused the collapse. The building owner is the most common defendant, but they may not be the only one. Other potentially liable parties include:
- A property management company responsible for day-to-day maintenance
- A contractor who performed faulty repairs
- A building inspector who failed to identify a known hazard
- A government entity, if the collapse occurred in a publicly owned building
Our legal team will work hard to determine everyone who shares liability for your injuries. That way, we can aim to increase the value of your claim as much as possible.
Schedule a Free Consultation With a Chicago Ceiling Collapse Attorney
If you were injured in a ceiling collapse accident in Chicago, IL, you may be entitled to substantial compensation. Mark L. Karno & Associates is here to help you take appropriate legal action and fight for the full amount of money damages you need. Call us at (224) 481-1926 or reach out online to learn more and set up your free consultation today.