We get asked this question a lot by people who have an Illinois workers’ compensation claim. The quick answer is that almost every case entitles you to some sort of settlement. Even in the most minor of injuries an insurance company will usually offer some dollar amount to make a case go away.
We don’t take "minor case" such as back strains with very little treatment or finger contusions. But even in those cases an insurance company will offer you something.
For the cases we do take, as long as the accident is related to the job activities we always are able to get money for our clients and more importantly we protect them. By that we mean that we never resolve a case until it’s the right time, we make sure that all bills have been paid and we consider how this injury will affect them in the future.
Some people call us and say that the insurance company told them that their file was closed or that there won’t be an offer. As long as you get to us before the statute of limitations expires, we can "re-open" your case and obtain appropriate compensation or other benefits for you.
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.