Archives for Illinois Workers’ Compensation Law

All kinds of injuries can occur in the workplace, which can cost both the employer and the employee valuable time and money. No matter how attentive and conscientious you are about observing health and safety rules on the job, the ...
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Injured employees in Illinois are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, regardless of who was at fault for the workplace accident. If you are hurt on the job, you are required to report a work injury to your employer within 45 ...
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Millions of employees are injured at work each year and thousands of these accidents result in serious injuries and death. Like most states, Illinois mandates that injured employees be covered by and receive benefits under workers’ compensation laws. The only ...
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You face the possibility of getting into an accident in virtually any work environment. Workplace accidents and injuries are incredibly common, and they can cause a lot of issues for the injured parties. According to a 2014 report released by ...
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After sustaining an injury at work, it’s likely that you will have many considerations regarding both your physical and financial recovery. Chances are, you’re wondering what options are available to you to cover your losses and damages. Although you may ...
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Winter conditions cause a large number of work-related injuries. For those working outdoors, especially, winter weather conditions can bring severe and chilling dangers, including slip and fall accidents, cold stress, and exposure-related injuries. Among the most vulnerable to exposure are ...
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If you have been injured while at work, it is crucial to find experienced attorneys to handle your case. Just because you were at work when you were injured does not mean that you automatically qualify for benefits. You will ...
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Workers’ compensation is an insurance program. If you have sustained an injury or illness at work, filing a workers’ compensation claim may provide compensation for your medical bills and lost wages. Unfortunately, the claims process can be complicated and confusing, ...
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Warehouse workers assist with all labeling, inventory management, breaking bulk materials, assembly, packaging orders, loading trucks and shipments within the warehouse space. Warehouse work has its risks, even when the employee is performing simple, basic essential tasks. Employers must ensure ...
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We’re frequently asked by new clients about the value of their workers’ compensation cases. The reality is, every case and client is unique, so a lawyer can’t assign a value without investigating several key factors. There are various factors that ...
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