Most people that are hurt on the job have one case and one case only. But some have two.
The most common example is a person who usually works in another state, but is hurt on business in Illinois. The insurance company tells them that the claim has to be handled through a different state (that is favorable to the insurance company) and offers a settlement in that state.
So let’s say hypothetically you get a settlement of $10,000 under Florida workers’ compensation law for an injury that took place in Illinois. If that same case would be worth $40,000 in Illinois, we can get you an extra $30,000. The insurance company would have a credit for the $10,000 that they paid in Florida.
Even if the Florida settlement contract says that you give up your rights to pursue cases in any other state, Illinois would not recognize that part of the contract and would still allow you to bring your case here. And if that happens, you’d have two settlements, although the total amount would be as if you just received one.
We are workers’ compensation attorneys that help people with Illinois work injuries anywhere in IL via our statewide network of attorneys. Contact us and we will answer your questions or find the right lawyer for your situation.