What is my Illinois workers compensation case worth? What should I get for my workmans comp claim. TTD payments Chicago, wage differential, permanent disability law Illinois.
We notice various trends in handling Illinois workers’ compensation cases since 1997. A lot of those have to do with how insurance companies are fighting cases. They recycle through various dirty tricks in order to try and deny or delay benefits. Some trends though have nothing to do with the insurance company. And one of … Continue Reading
An injured Illinois worker called me recently in a panic. He was hoping to purchase a home, but had a big medical bill on his credit report. It was from a work injury he had about a year prior. This was affecting his ability to get a loan. Beyond that, the bill had gone to … Continue Reading
One of the first questions many injured Illinois workers have is about what hiring an attorney is going to cost them. In fact, many injured workers do not do anything because they do not think they can afford legal help. That is a huge mistake. The great news is that it costs nothing up front … Continue Reading
This is a post that seems like it would be better written on April first because it seems like it must be a joke. But according to a caller to our office, one big insurance company is claiming that they do not have to honor Illinois workers’ compensation law. The gist of the case is … Continue Reading
I recently read an article about medical privacy laws and it said that injured workers have it worse than anyone, including prisoners. Many injured workers are left to either disclose sensitive personal medical information or not pursue a claim at all. Of course, the insurance company hopes you choose the not at all route. The … Continue Reading
Probably the most frustrating thing I deal with as an Illinois workers’ compensation attorney is that I constantly get called by workers who are being taken advantage of by their employer. By far the most common example is with truck drivers. There are hundreds of trucking companies in the Chicagoland area. Some have just a … Continue Reading
Slip and falls and Illinois workers' compensation. You need a lawyer to look into why you fell and is there anyone you can sue over it beyond getting work comp. Free consult with top Chicago lawyer.… Continue Reading
Unique factors for older injured workers in determining what your case is worth in Illinois for a workers compensation claim. How to protect your social security and Medicare rights.… Continue Reading
Best Chicago attorney UPS workers compensation claims. UPS drivers injured by faulty vehicles. Suing UPS for negligence in Illinois.
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Illinois workers' compensation laws when you have restrictions that your employer can not accommodate. How to get wage differential or permanent disability benefits from an elite Chicago work injury law firm.… Continue Reading
This is an issue that came up recently when I was talking to the representative of a pro athlete. But it also comes up a ton with truck drivers and anyone else that works in a different state than Illinois. Sometimes you can get two work comp settlements for one injury. Under Illinois workers’ compensation … Continue Reading
Illinois workers' compensation benefits when your surgery is denied for no reason. How to get your surgery approved and receive your benefits.… Continue Reading
I got contacted by an Illinois woman who sounded like she had a great case, but it turns out she needed a Florida workers’ compensation attorney. She was living and working there when hurt and moved back home to Illinois since she can’t work. But she brought up an interesting question. Basically she has a … Continue Reading
I enjoy most people I talk to about their Illinois work injuries. Most people are nice and are sincerely looking for help. If you are honest and direct with me, I will do the same for you. I unfortunately had a call recently with an injured worker who was not so nice. He filled out … Continue Reading
Illinois workers’ compensation law isn’t rocket science. It does require experience though to be successful. So when someone comes to me and says that they were hurt on the job, but their claim was denied, it’s not a rocket science answer when they ask what they should do next. First off, legit claims get denied … Continue Reading
We notice various trends in handling Illinois workers’ compensation cases since 1997. A lot of those have to do with how insurance companies are fighting cases. They recycle through various dirty tricks in order to try and deny or delay benefits. Some trends though have nothing to do with the insurance company. And one of … Continue Reading
