After a workplace accident, you may be wondering, “when do you need a workers’ comp attorney?” When filing a work injury claim, victims may need a workers’ compensation attorney for guidance on documentation, damages, and denials. Illinois law requires your employer in Chicago and other communities throughout Illinois to carry workers’ compensation insurance coverage. Workers’ compensation pays
The code of silence among police officers is enforced to create a bond of solidarity, but it often results in financial liability when injuries occur. Dangers of a Police Code of Silence When the police code of silence perpetrates injury on innocent victims, or in some cases criminals, city officials may pay the price. The
Power linemen face numerous workplace hazards every day. Falls from dangerous heights, electric shocks, burns, exposure to toxic substances, and motor vehicle accidents often cause electrical workers to become seriously injured. In some cases, these incidents can even be fatal. Recognizing the magnitude of the dangers they face and taking appropriate safety measures can help
Last weekend much of the United States, “sprang forward” as we moved our clocks ahead one hour. While daylight savings time has long been considered a modern rite of passage for the changing seasons, some experts point out that the time change puts our health at risk and increases the risk of accidents and injuries
Who is liable if a delivery driver falls on your property? Under premises liability laws, a property owner may be held liable for injuries that occur on the property, unless the delivery driver is covered by workers’ compensation insurance through an employer. Delivering Packages May Be Dangerous Delivery drivers who work for big companies like
If a company offers incentives to employees who provide rideshare services, the employer can be held liable for car accidents and/or negligent actions by the carpool driver. Is Company Carpooling Worth the Risks? Ridesharing has become an economical way for employees to get to work. As a result, many companies are offering company carpool incentive
Psychiatric malpractice is a type of personal injury claim that covers negligence by mental health professionals, such as psychiatrists. Psychiatrists owe their patients a standard of care that requires them to make decisions about, evaluate, and treat their patients as a reasonable psychiatrist would during their medical practice. Failure to meet this standard of care
In Illinois, workers’ compensation lawyers charge a contingency fee for handling workers’ compensation claims. After a workplace accident, medical bills can pile up quickly, leaving you to wonder “how much does a workers’ comp lawyer cost?” Under a contingency fee arrangement, the lawyers receive up to 20% of the award actually paid to the worker
Understanding workers’ compensation investigations and what they look for can help ensure injured workers receive benefits. Employers and insurance carriers search for evidence to deny or to reduce the value of claims. Workers’ compensation insurance provides several benefits for injured victims, such as wage replacement, vocational rehabilitation, and medical treatment. Insurance carriers and employers are
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