According to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration, approximately 34 out of every 1,000 full-time American employees suffered a workplace accident or job-related injury during 2012. When an employee is hurt or becomes ill on the job, Illinois law...
Year: 2014
How long can I receive workers’ compensation in Illinois?
A work-related injury may result in lost wages, medical bills or other damages. In order to help injured workers fund these potentially significant costs, the state of Illinois requires employers to provide workers’ compensation benefits. Specifically, the Illinois...
Railroad workers have high risk of injury
During 2012, the BLS reported an incidence rate for fatal injuries in the railroad industry more than twice as high as the incidence rate for fatal injuries in other industries. Specifically, in an industry employing approximately 300,000 workers, 15 work-related...
Office injuries more common than you might think
When people think of workplace accidents, they often imagine catastrophic injuries caused by heavy machinery or speeding vehicles. Unfortunately, Illinois office workers also face a considerable risk of injury on the job. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, which...
The Illinois Occupational Diseases Act
Not all work-related disability is caused by sudden accidents on the job. Many employees face severe consequences from diseases contracted at work. According to records kept by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 300,000 Americans had to miss at least...
Social Security Disability appeal preparation tips
It’s not uncommon for people applying for Social Security Disability benefits in Illinois to have their claims denied. Fortunately, these individuals can appeal the denied claim. After filing a request for reconsideration, individuals who face another denial can...
Proving Liability in Slip and Fall Case
Damages in a Personal Injury Case When determining damages in a personal injury case, the court will consider various factors. Some factors include the severity of the injury, the permanence of the injury, the medical expenses incurred, the loss of earnings or future...