From working in construction sites to driving delivery trucks, there is always a risk of getting injured at work. If you’ve been injured as a result of your work, Illinois workers’ comp benefits include medical care, temporary total or partial disability benefits, permanent partial or total disability benefits, and death benefits. Unlike an employee’s salary and wages, workers’ compensation benefits are not taxable income to the employee.

If your workplace injuries caused you not to be able to work for a period of time, you should call Krol, Bongiorno & Given immediately. It is extremely important to speak with an experienced workers comp attorney as soon as possible. Hiring a dedicated workers’ comp attorney will give you a much better chance of obtaining the benefits that you deserve. A good workers’ comp attorney will communicate with the insurer on your behalf, gather medical records, and gather the evidence you will need to maximize the chances of a great outcome.

How much your case is worth depends on the specific details of your case, including:

– Your average wages
– The circumstances of your injury
– Your ability or inability to return to work
– The extent of your injuries
– The cost of ongoing medical care

Temporary total disability benefits are paid at 66 2/3% of your average weekly wage, up to a maximum set by the state. Permanent partial disability benefits are paid at 60% of the average weekly wage. In certain claims, if you are unable to return to work, you may be entitled to a wage differential claim based on the difference between what you would be making in your former position and what you are capable of making post injury. If you are disfigured, you can obtain up to 162 weeks of benefits at 60% of average weekly wages.

Finding an experienced work accident attorney is crucial when trying to seek compensation so that you can make sure that your rights are fully protected. In order to ensure that you and your loved ones receive the best outcome, make sure you have the help of an experienced Illinois workplace injury attorney. Call us at (312) 726-5567 for a free consultation or contact us online.