Worker’s Compensation

The occurrence of traumatic events can lead to the development of post-traumatic stress disorder. Though commonly found in veterans or victims of serious crimes, there is the possibility of a work experience leading to this condition. It is possible for your PTSD to...

If you suffered an injury during the course of completing your job, you may feel uncertain as to whether or not your ailment qualifies for workers' compensation. Each state has its own laws related to workers' comp. In Illinois, many employers must carry workers'...

There is always a risk that when you go to work, you will sustain injuries. Workplace accidents can result in disability and other medical problems, and they are common across many industries. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2020, 2.7 nonfatal...

Any job can prove dangerous, but some rise above others in terms of accidents and deaths. According to Business Insider, the top five deadliest jobs in the United States are: 5. Aircraft pilots and flight engineers The risk of a crash is a constant source of danger...

Workplace injuries can occur in any job setting. Damages vary widely from catastrophic loss of life or limb to milder pain and discomfort from a repetitive stress injury. Regardless of your injury, you may have a claim for workers' compensation. To get benefits, you...

Illinois law requires employers to offer workers' compensation in most cases. Since workplace accidents are not infrequent occurrences, with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reporting that the state saw almost 107,000 cases of nonfatal injuries and sicknesses in...

Enhanced safety practices and advanced technology protect employees in Illinois from dangers on the job. However, workers can still suffer injuries resulting from exposure to toxins in the workplace. Industries such as mining, manufacturing, construction and welding...

If you have suffered from a construction-related eye injury in Illinois, you're not alone. Workers in the construction industry sustain more eye injuries each year than workers in any other industry. In fact, one out of every five work-related eye injuries involves a...

If you have experienced a job-related injury, you may be able to receive payment for medical bills, lost income and more through your employer’s workers’ compensation policy. In Illinois, most businesses must provide this type of insurance for their employees....

Everyone in the Springfield area remembers the time last year when someone told them not to go to work or school anymore. For more than a year, people throughout the U.S. spent all or most of their time at home. Some of us are still working remotely, but Illinois'...