Tag Archives: attorney fees

Illinois Workers’ Compensation Law — Plain-English Overview

By Mike Helfand on July 16, 2026 Posted in Tips if Injured

We are experienced Illinois workers compensation lawyers. One thing that sets us apart is we talk like normal human beings. Another is that we want people to be educated about the Illinois work comp system. With that in mind, here is an overview of some things we think every injured worker should know. If you … Continue Reading

How Our Attorney Fee Was Only 12.5%

By Mike Helfand on April 22, 2026 Posted in Benefits

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

I’m New To Workers Comp In IL, What Should I Know?

By Mike Helfand on January 8, 2026 Posted in Tips if Injured

What you should know about Illinois workers compensation law if it is new to you. Basics like payment of medical bills, compensation for time off and what your case is worth.… Continue Reading

Hiring A Work Comp Lawyer, What’s That Going To Cost Me?

By Mike Helfand on August 26, 2024 Posted in Benefits

What does it cost to hire an Illinois workers compensation lawyer? It's much less than you think and nothing up front. And you owe nothing if we don't win the case.… Continue Reading

No, Your Lawyer Isn’t Going To Take All Of Your Money

By Mike Helfand on August 17, 2023 Posted in Benefits

A caller to my office hurt her knee while working. It seems like a very compensable case, but she’s not been paid her TTD benefits for three months even though the insurance company is paying her medical bills. She’s owed that money but isn’t getting it because insurance companies play games. She had been thinking … Continue Reading

Pros and Cons Of Hiring A Work Comp Attorney

By Mike Helfand on August 8, 2023 Posted in Tips if Injured

A bold student contacted me looking for help with a school project. Their question was: Can you tell me the pros and cons of hiring a workers compensation attorney? It sounded like they wanted me to do their work for them. I barely did my work when I was in school 30 years ago, but … Continue Reading

Attorney Fees For Illinois Workers’ Compensation

By Mike Helfand on May 29, 2016 Posted in Benefits

Although it’s state law in Illinois that no attorney can make you pay them an upfront or hourly fee, it seems that every week I talk to at least one person who has been hesitant to hire an attorney because they don’t think that they can afford it. The short version of what it costs … Continue Reading