Happy Thanksgiving! We Are Open If You Need Us

By Mike Helfand on November 28, 2024 Posted in Uncategorized

Short post today. Happy Thanksgiving! I’m on track to talk to around 1,500 injured workers this year. I’ve met a lot of great people, and I’m thankful for you all. While nobody is in our office today, we have a 24/7 answering service. So if you call us at 312-346-5578 and leave a message, you’ll … Continue Reading

FAQ’s About Going To An IME

By Mike Helfand on June 17, 2019 Posted in Tips if Injured

One of the rights employers and insurance companies have under Illinois workers’ compensation law is requiring that you see a doctor of your choosing. You might get a letter asking you to go to a Section 12 exam or independent medical examination (“IME”). It’s a one time exam with a doctor who is supposed to … Continue Reading

Once You Hire A Lawyer, Don’t Talk To The Insurance Company

By Mike Helfand on December 1, 2018 Posted in Tips if Injured

I’ve been an Illinois workers’ compensation attorney for 21 years. I like to say that I’ve heard it all, but recently I heard something new. A woman called me looking for a lawyer. I looked up her case and discovered that she had hired an attorney who had filed the case just one week prior. … Continue Reading