Back Surgery In 2011, Back Hurting In 2023

By Mike Helfand on July 15, 2023 Posted in Injuries

One of the biggest misunderstood features of Illinois workers’ compensation law has to do with prior injuries and how they affect you now. Take for example a factory worker who contacted us recently. She had back surgery in 2011 after a car accident. She made a complete recovery and hasn’t seen a doctor for back … Continue Reading

When Is My Illinois Work Comp Case Going To Trial?

By Mike Helfand on June 30, 2023 Posted in Benefits

When you file an Illinois workers’ compensation claim with the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission, your case gets assigned to an Arbitrator. This Arbitrator is essentially your Judge as there aren’t jury trials in the work comp system. Every 90 days or so, your case will be up on his monthly status call. At this time … Continue Reading

Illinois Work Comp Legal Advice – File Before You Get Fired

By Mike Helfand on July 19, 2019 Posted in Tips if Injured

When I started off my legal career over 20 years ago, I worked as an insurance defense attorney. It’s the best training for learning how to handle cases for injured workers because you learn how insurance companies really think. As I’m pro-worker, I hated the job, but I learned a lot that has helped me … Continue Reading