What Should I Do If My Loved One Dies At Work?
These are tragic cases and very difficult, but if your loved one has been killed at work and on the job you need to contact a lawyer right away.
What Are Light Duty Restrictions Within Workers Compensation?
Light duty restrictions are restrictions placed on you by a doctor after a workers’ compensation injury. They typically restrict things like how much weight you can lift, how many feet you can walk, etc. Light duty restrictions are mandatory andContinue reading
How Do I Know If My Employer Has Workers’ Compensation Insurance?
Law requires that all employers carry workers’ compensation insurance. It can be difficult to find out, but almost all employers carry the insurance.
Can I See Any Doctor For My Work Injury?
The answer is generally yes – you get up to three doctors of your own choosing in Illinois to help you through the process. You are also entitled to see any doctors that your doctor has referred you to.
Can I Get Compensation For The Aggravation Of Pre Existing Injuries At Work?
The answer is yes, and this is one of the most difficult issues within workers’ compensation claims. These are complicated and often times hard fought cases. A lawyer will be able to give you guidance, direction and you through thatContinue reading
The Value of Death
My mom passed away just a few days ago. As she battled her illness, she was hospitalized for days at a time, released, only to come back again. At the end of her life she spent about two weeks inContinue reading
Should I File a Worker’s Compensation Claim?
Being injured on the job is never a pleasant experience, however the situation can be exceedingly stressful when it happens at work. In fact, it can be one of the most frustrating experiences to be injured while working. Most ofContinue reading
Uninsured Employers
Many people see their workplace as a “second home” of sorts because they spend so much time in the office. With a so many hours spent in a single location, however, there comes an increased likelihood of injury. This isContinue reading
Cold Stress and Outdoor Workers
Brrrrr…cold weather in Chicago has officially arrived. If you work outdoors, cold conditions have an even greater impact on you and your health. Snow cleanup crews, sanitation workers, police officers and firefighters are just some of the many workers who oftenContinue reading
Security Guard Causes Injuries
Security guards are supposed to be professionals. They are supposed to be trained and experienced. They are supposed to know how to do their job. They are supposed to keep you safe. You rely on them to protect you fromContinue reading