Workers’ compensation claims take an average of twelve to eighteen months to settle, unless there are disputes or complicated legal […]
Generally, workers’ compensation benefits are not considered income, and therefore are not subject to taxes. Workers’ compensation benefits do have to […]
Understanding how long employees have to file a workers’ comp claim in Illinois can help prevent injured workers from losing […]
Knowing what not to do while on workers’ comp helps prevent injured workers from losing their right to benefits. Failing […]
In Illinois, workers’ compensation lawyers charge a contingency fee for handling workers’ compensation claims. The lawyers receive up to 20% […]
Understanding workers’ compensation investigations and what they look for can help ensure injured workers receive benefits. Employers and insurance carriers […]
How long it takes for workers’ comp to approve surgery depends on factors such as obtaining employer approval. According to […]
Knowing what questions are asked at a workers’ comp hearing can help injured workers in Chicago get prepared. When a […]
Knowing what not to say to a workers’ comp doctor can help ensure injured workers protect their right to compensation. […]
The duration of a workers’ compensation investigation depends on the facts of the accident and the severity of the injury. […]
The worker may be required to pay for the cost of his or her medical treatment if the workers’ compensation […]