2022
Should I Hire a Workers’ Comp Attorney?
If you or somebody you care about sustains an injury on-the-job in Chicago, you should be able to recover compensation for your medical bills and a significant portion of your lost wages. Additionally, if you are permanently disabled, you should be able to recover long-term compensation. However, it is not uncommon for insurance carriers...
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When Can You Sue Your Employer for a Work-Related Injury?
In the event a person sustains a work injury in Chicago or anywhere throughout Illinois, they will likely be able to recover compensation for all medical expenses and a significant portion of their lost income. However, due to the way that the workers’ compensation system works in Illinois, it is rare that an employee...
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What Happens if an Accident at Work is Not Reported?
Anytime a person sustains an on-the-job injury, they need to seek medical care and report the injury to their employer or supervisor as soon as possible. However, what happens if a workplace injury is not reported? Our Chicago personal injury lawyers are here to answer your questions. Failing to report a workplace injury could...
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Labor Unions and Illinois Workers’ Compensation Claims
Illinois requires every employer to carry workers’ compensation insurance. This is designed to pay for a person’s medical bills if they sustain an on-the-job injury, as well as a significant portion of their lost income if they cannot work. However, when a person is in a union, they may be entitled to benefits above...
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