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27 Oct, 2021
Are all work injuries covered by workers’ compensation insurance in Illinois?
Are all work injuries covered by workers’ compensation insurance in Illinois?
- Injuries that occur while an employee is impaired by alcohol, drugs, or prescription medications are generally not covered.
- Intentionally self-inflicted injuries are not covered.
- Injuries that happen while an employee is violating company policy are not covered.
- If the worker is committing a serious crime when the work-related injuries happen, they are not likely to be covered.
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