Monthly Archives January 2020
Workers’ Compensation Laws in Illinois
Whether you work in a Chicago high-rise or along the shores of Lake Michigan, every Illinois employee is at risk of being injured. Workers’ compensation is a state-mandated insurance program that provides benefits to employees who are injured in the ...
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Reasons for Workers’ Compensation Denials in Illinois
The reasons for a denial are varied. Here are some common reasons why your workers’ compensation claim could be denied: Not reporting in a timely manner – For most injuries in Illinois, employees have 45 days from the accident to tell ...
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What to do if you are injured on the job
Almost any line of work comes with some degree of physical risk. Common on-the-job injuries include exposure to chemical toxins, slip-and-fall accidents, repetitive motion injuries, vehicle accidents, heavy machinery accidents, and other life-altering incidents. Although there are many laws in ...
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