Workers’ Compensation

Can You Claim Workers’ Comp for Depression?

Many people in America suffer from work-related depression. Working from 8 to 5—or even longer—can be hard on the brain and the emotions. Even the most dynamic and exciting jobs can cause serious emotional stress. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, mental health problems are common in a wide variety of workplaces,

Can I See My Own Doctor for Workers’ Comp in Illinois?

After a workplace injury, you may be asking, “can I see my own doctor for workers’ comp in Illinois?” According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, nearly one in 30 American employees faces a work-related injury or illness. A workplace accident can be traumatic and disruptive. If you are hurt on the job, Illinois law

Can You Claim Workers’ Comp for a Contagious Disease in Illinois?

Whether an employee can claim workers’ comp for a contagious disease depends on the nature of the work. Thanks to occupational disease statutes, employees who contract contagious diseases in the workplace are covered under workers’ compensation benefits. Under some circumstances, illnesses caused by viruses or bacteria—known as communicable diseases—qualify as occupational illnesses. The difficulty in

Did You Know?
  • If you are injured at work you may be able to recover compensation through a workers’ compensation claim as well as by filing a personal injury claim against responsible third parties.
  • A signed liability waiver may not be enough to bar your personal injury claim if willful acts or negligence caused your injuries.
  • Some SSDI claims qualify for expedited processing, allowing claimants to obtain approval in a matter of days or weeks.

Can an Employer Deny a Workers’ Comp Claim?

After a workplace accident, you may be wondering, “can an employer deny a workers’ comp claim?” Injured employees are generally entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, regardless of who was at fault for the accident. Certain workers’ compensation claims, such as those involving repetitive stress injuries, pre-existing medical conditions, and asbestos-related medical conditions, are more likely to

Understanding the Overlap Between an OSHA Violation and Workers’ Compensation

Workers’ compensation laws, along with regulations imposed by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), are designed to keep workplaces safe and protect employees from on-the-job injuries. When injuries do occur, there may be some overlap between an OSHA violation and workers’ compensation claims. Employers are required to know and comply with OSHA regulations and,

How Do Previous Workers’ Compensation Settlements Impact a Claim?

Injured workers are generally entitled to workers’ compensation benefits following a workplace accident, regardless of who was at fault for the accident. However, injuries covered under previous workers’ compensation settlements may impact the claim amount. Under Illinois law, employers are required to obtain workers’ compensation insurance. In the event that an employee is injured in

Do I Need to Hire a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer?

While you don’t legally need to hire a workers’ compensation lawyer to pursue a workers’ compensation claim, doing so often results in a better outcome, minimizes the risk of delay, and helps successfully argue an appeal should it become necessary. The sooner an injured worker hires an attorney to prepare, file, and pursue the claim, the sooner

Do I Qualify for Workers’ Compensation for Injuries on Break?

On-the-job injuries are covered by Illinois workers’ compensation laws, which provide that an employee is generally entitled to workers’ compensation benefits regardless of who was at fault for the accident. But what about injuries that happen while an employee is on a break or off the workplace premises – is workers’ compensation for injuries on break

What to Do If Workers’ Comp is Denied

This quick guide will help you learn about what to do if workers’ comp is denied to safeguard your rights. It can be an unpleasant shock to discover that your workers’ compensation claim has been denied. As you begin the process of recovering and rebuilding after an accident on the job, it is disturbing to hear