You don't have to receive medical treatment in Illinois to pursue a case here
A real salt of the earth laborer contacted us recently from Ohio. He is the type of guy that has worked for thirty years, doesn't complain about anything and is just doing his best to take care of his family.
He works for an Indiana company, lives in Ohio, but seriously hurt his back in Illinois while doing some work. The insurance company told him that he wasn't eligible to file in Illinois and that in order to get the treatment he needs, he should just put everything through his group insurance. They "graciously" offered to pay his out of pocket expenses.
When he questioned them about his eligibility to file in Illinois they relented and said he could, but he'd have to come to Illinois for all of his medical care.
Of course this is all a bunch of lies and nonsense. If you are injured in Illinois you can pursue benefits through Illinois and from what we've seen, our laws are the best in the country for injured workers. If you live out of state you can 100%, absolutely treat with a doctor of your choice in your area and do not have to come back to IL every time you need a checkup.
Can you imagine if you lived in another state, but had to drive here three times a week for physical therapy? That would be insane.
What's ironic about this recent case is that if the insurance company would have just done the right thing, this guy probably never would have gotten an attorney and they could have saved themselves some money.
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.
