Understanding how long employees have to file a workers’ comp claim in Illinois can help prevent injured workers from losing their right to compensation. There are two deadlines for filing workers’ compensation claims. One regards the reporting of the injury, while the other is the deadline for filing work-related injury claims. Illinois gives injured workers
Knowing what not to do while on workers’ comp helps prevent injured workers from losing their right to benefits. Failing to timely notify his or her employer of the workplace injury or to attend all required workers’ comp hearings can have a detrimental impact on the worker’s receipt of or claim for benefits. Opaque or
A needlestick injury can have serious consequences for Chicago and greater Illinois healthcare workers. At Ankin Law, we understand these consequences and want to provide you with the information you need to know about what to do after a needlestick injury. What Is a Needlestick Injury? Needlestick injuries, also called sharps injuries, are a serious problem
Many injured workers do not know how to handle a workplace injury. A worker’s compensation attorney can help injured workers understand what they should do when they are hurt at work. Tips on How to Handle a Workplace Injury In the immediate aftermath of a workplace injury, workers may be shocked and traumatized, worrying about their
The most common workplace injuries are from overexertion, same-level slips, falls to another level, and workers who are struck by another object. According to the National Safety Council, in 2020, the most common workplace injury was from exposure to harmful substances and environments, due in large part to COVID-19. According to the Occupational Safety and
Under Illinois law, employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. When an employer has no workers’ comp insurance, they may face criminal penalties along with civil liability. An estimated 90% of employers in the state carry the required coverage, which is meant to protect workers who are injured on the job. (Article continues below
Workplace Bullying Lawyers at Ankin Law Bullying is not just a problem in schools. It is also a threat to employees in many American workplaces. According to a recent study by the U.S. Workplace Bullying Institute, bullies on the job can cause serious health problems in their victims. In some cases, bullied employees are temporarily
In this guide, you will learn about nerve damage workers’ compensation. When a worker suffers nerve injuries caused by an accident or repetitive stress activities at work, he or she may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. Various types of occupations can lead to nerve injuries. Although some job-related nerve injuries are caused by trauma
In this guide, you will learn all about mental health workers’ compensation benefits. Worker’s Compensation for Mental Health Victims in Chicago and surrounding communities have the right to seek workers’ compensation benefits for work-related mental conditions. In Illinois, workers’ compensation benefits are generally available to victims who suffer injuries or illnesses while performing work activities,
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