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Key Takeaways The exclusive remedy rule generally prevents employees from suing employers for workplace injuries. Illinois recognizes several important exceptions to the exclusive remedy rule. Intentional misconduct by an employer may create grounds for a lawsuit. Employees may be able to sue third parties who contributed to their injuries. Employers...
Key Takeaways An IME in workers' comp is requested by the insurance company, not your treating doctor The results can influence whether your claim is approved, denied, or reduced IME doctors often evaluate work restrictions and medical necessity Preparation and consistency are critical before attending the exam Legal guidance can...
A recent accident in Jacksonville, Illinois, illustrated these dangers when an IDOT employee was involved in a traffic crash while working on a roadway project. The incident temporarily closed the road while emergency responders worked at the scene, a stark reminder of how vulnerable state workers are when performing their...
What Does It Mean to Be Injured on a Job Site That Is Not Your Employer’s? Getting injured on a job site that isn't your employer's occurs when performing work duties on premises controlled by another company. In industries like construction and logistics, such injuries may lead to a non-employer...
A construction worker was injured in a Peoria County construction zone after a delivery van crossed into a closed lane and struck an excavator on Maxwell Road. Although the injuries were not described as life-threatening, the incident raises serious legal issues for construction workers in Peoria County, Bloomington, and across...
Your Duty to Report a Work Injury in Illinois Under the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act, injured employees must notify their employers of a work-related accident as soon as possible, and no later than 45 days after the accident (or 90 days for radiation exposure injuries). While you technically have up...
What Factors Determine Your Average Weekly Wage in Illinois Workers’ Compensation? Besides covering your medical bills, workers’ comp gives you two-thirds of your lost wages if your work injury or illness prevents you from working or reduces your earning capacity. Calculating your average wage is instrumental in determining how much...
Why Mild Concussions in the Workplace Aren’t Always Minor Head injuries are no joke. A workplace head injury labeled as "mild" can be dangerously misleading. Even minor concussions sustained on the job can result in significant health consequences that affect your cognitive function, emotional well-being, and ability to work safely....
Common Reasons an Employer Won't Report Your Work Injury A total of 101,400 non-fatal work-related injuries and illnesses occurred in the private sector in 2023. That number may seem big, but not all workplace injuries are reported. Some employers fail to report workplace injuries because of the following reasons: Fear...
At Strong Law Offices, we have a team of workers' compensation lawyers who understand the financial setbacks and physical limitations that employees endure after getting injured or sick on the job. Our legal team can help you file a claim and get compensation, even if your employer doesn't carry workers'...
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