Tag Archives: Form 45

What Forms Do I Fill Out If I’m Hurt At Work?

By Mike Helfand on June 21, 2023 Posted in Tips if Injured

A very nice woman called us, looking for help with her recently injured husband. He didn’t have a specific accident date but appears to have been hurt over a period of time due to repetitive work activities. His doctor told him that his injuries were work-related and that he should talk to his doctor. He’s … Continue Reading

25 Illinois Workers Compensation Terms You Should Know

By Mike Helfand on September 30, 2022 Posted in Tips if Injured

I was having an online chat with an injured worker the other day about attorney fees and told them how I don’t think attorneys should take a fee on TTD payments in most cases. They responded by asking, “What is TTD?” I made an error in assuming that they knew what it meant because they … Continue Reading

The First Report Of Injury

By Mike Helfand on August 6, 2018 Posted in Tips if Injured

A caller to my office was hurt that day and had been told to fill out a first report of injury and was wondering what he should put on it as well as if he should grant the employer or insurance company permission to access all of his medical records. This sounds like a form … Continue Reading

My Boss Won’t Fill Out An Accident Report

By Mike Helfand on April 3, 2018 Posted in Tips if Injured

There is an Illinois law that says when a worker is injured at work, the company has to fill out an incident report and file it with the State. I can tell you that this law is like speeding five miles over the limit and getting a ticket. It’s a law on the books, but … Continue Reading