Injured on the Job? Know Your Legal Rights
Accidents can happen in all types of workplaces, from busy construction sites and warehouses, to everyday office environments. If you have suffered any type of job-related injury, it is important to know your legal rights. A victim of a work-related ...
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Why you should get a workers’ comp attorney
Accidents in Illinois workplaces are often caused by unsafe work conditions arising from ignoring safety rules, overlooking maintenance or other negligence on the part of management. Many people injured at work think they can handle the situation on their own. ...
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What Types Of Workers’ Compensation Benefits Are Available In Illinois?
The Workers’ Compensation Statute protects every employee in the State of Illinois. The statute provides for benefits that compensate injured employees for medical treatment and medical bills incurred, lost time from work, and any permanent disability. But these benefits may ...
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Workers’ Compensation Claims for Slips and Falls
Slip and fall injuries can happen no matter what type of job you have and are especially common. There are many occasions upon which an employee who sustains a ‘slip and fall’ injury can claim workers’ compensation benefits. According to ...
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Workplace Accidents Lawyers in Chicago, Illinois
Work accidents can cause serious injuries and sometimes permanent damage. Some extremely serious work injuries can permanently hinder a person’s ability to get around and continue their daily duties. Factors that affect one’s quality of life such as place of ...
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What Qualifies as a Permanent Total Disability (PTD)?
In Illinois, permanent total disability (PTD) is part of the workers’ compensation system. Typically, it provides lifetime financial support for employees who have sustained a permanent work-related injury or illness and are unable to work. If you qualify for this ...
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How Long Does it Take to Reach a Settlement?
The most important part of an Illinois workers’ compensation claim is making sure that you get the medical care that you need and that it’s paid for. After the worker reaches maximum medical improvement, all parties will negotiate the final ...
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Tips for Workers’ Compensation Disputes
In Illinois, if you’ve been injured on the job, you can claim benefits under the workers’ compensation program. Illinois law requires that a worker report a workplace injury within 45 days after the accident occurs. It is important to accurately ...
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Workers’ Comp vs. Personal Injury Claims in Illinois
For workers’ compensation claims, fault is irrelevant. This means that you cannot file a personal injury claim against your employer. However, it does not mean that you are prohibited from filing a personal injury claim against someone else. There are ...
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Workers’ Comp for Police Officers and Firefighters
Illinois police officers and firefighters face numerous job hazards, and many suffer serious injuries in the line of duty. These individuals are the first responders at traffic incident scenes, medical emergencies and disasters such as fires and explosions. The Illinois ...
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