Chicago public transportation employees work long hours and labor under what can be phenomenally stressful conditions. Often, Illinois workers’ compensation lawyers are called upon to help these employees deal with injuries that result from their line of work.

Many people mistakenly believe that public transportation employees "have it easy," but if you talked to the individuals who build, drive, maintain, and oversee schedules for Illinois public transportation, you would no doubt concur that the work presents an array of unique hazards.

The workers who build and repair the fleets of buses, trains, and other vehicles that constitute the Illinois public transportation system, for instance, often endure falls, projectile related injuries, burns, inhalation sicknesses, exposure related injuries, cuts, bruises, and damage to joints, connective tissue, and bones.

The drivers and other crew who service the trains, buses, and other vehicles often fall victim to repetitive stress injuries brought on by standing or sitting for long stretches at a time. They can also endure inhalation injuries from exhaust and other fumes. In addition, they suffer traffic related injuries -- brought on by sudden starts or stops, collisions, and other problems.

The office workers and overseers of the Chicago and Illinois public transportation systems can also get hurt at work. Repetitive strain injuries, such as carpal tunnel syndrome and thoracic outlet syndrome, devastate the lives of hundreds of thousands of office workers across the U.S (including Illinois) every year. And let's not forget work-related depression and stress, which can exacerbate underlying medical problems.

If you or a coworker or family member has been injured while working or using Illinois or Chicago public transportation, you may benefit from consulting with a specialized Chicago workers’ compensation attorney. Connect with the Law Offices of Steven J. Malman and Associates today at 1-888-MALMAN-LAW or info@malmanlaw.com. We provide free, confidential consultations as well as a no-fee guarantee -- which means that if we can’t recoup money for you, you don’t pay for our services.