The Strong Law Blog

6 Jan, 2022

What If My Workers’ Comp Claim Is Denied?

Workers' Comp Appeal Process The appeals process for workers' comp cases is complex, so it is important you work with a lawyer who is experienced. There are strict deadlines for making the workers' comp appeal, and failure to abide by those deadlines could compromise the validity of your claim or cause your claim to be dismissed. At Strong Law Offices, we handle appeals on a regular basis and are familiar with the deadlines and documentation necessary, and how to prepare a strong case. Our lawyers frequently represent clients on all levels of appeals, including: Arbitrator appeal: An appeal that is an administrative action filed with the Commission for a hearing before an arbitrator to appeal an insurance carrier's wrongful denial...

1 Feb, 2022

How to report a work injury & how long you have

This requirement is necessary regardless of the severity of your injury and regardless of what part of the body that you have injured. It is important that you notify your employer of any type of injury as soon as you can so that if you need to obtain medical treatment...

26 Jan, 2022

Employer Retaliation Lawsuit: The What & How

Employer Retaliation After Filing a Work Injury Claim? If an employer fires a worker because he or she filed a workers' comp claim, they have committed retaliatory discharge. What Is Retaliatory Discharge? In Illinois, it is illegal for an employer to take revenge on a worker for filing a workers' comp...

when is a birth injury medical malpractice

21 Jan, 2022

When Is a Birth Injury Caused By Medical Malpractice?

When an infant is injured during labor and delivery due to the negligent actions of the attending healthcare provider, medical malpractice occurs. Birth injuries caused by medical malpractice can have severe consequences for both mother and child. Parents who suspect their, or their children's, the birth injury was the result...

17 Jan, 2022

Why Hire a Paraquat Lawsuit Lawyer

Filing Paraquat Lawsuits Agricultural workers can file workers’ compensation claims with the help of a workers' comp attorney near them. If exposure to Paraquat is to blame for their injuries, they may also file Paraquat lawsuits against Syngenta to receive compensation. Numerous studies show Paraquat to increase the risk of...

14 Jan, 2022

Do You Need An Assault Victim Lawyer?

Experienced Assault Attorneys Are Here For You Even after you have recovered from your physical injuries, your psychological pain can continue. You may experience fear and dread at unexpected times. The scope of your activities may be restricted because you choose to avoid certain locations or situations. You may suffer...

12 Jan, 2022

Illinois AMA Impairment Ratings

Things To Know About American Medical Association (AMA) Impairment Ratings In June 2011, the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act was amended to state that courts may consider an impairment rating when determining a settlement in a workers' compensation claim. The use of this is considered controversial because an AMA impairment rating...

10 Jan, 2022

Questions to Expect in a Slip and Fall Case

What kind of questions to expect in a slip and fall case? Where did you fall?When did you fall?How did you fall?How did you land and which body parts were injured?On whose property did you fall?What is the exact location of the fall?Were you able to obtain pictures of the...

7 Jan, 2022

Temporary Total Disability Benefits in Illinois Workers’ Compensation

What Are Workers' Comp Temporary Total Disability Benefits? TTD workers' compensation benefits cover two-thirds of an employee's average weekly wage during the time he or she cannot work due to an on-the-job injury. Employers must pay TTD benefits until injured workers improve. In some cases, employers choose to continue to...

6 Jan, 2022

Illinois Workers’ Compensation Lump Sum Settlements

Should I Get a Lump Sum Settlement from Workers Comp? People who have sustained a permanent injury as the result of an on-the-job accident are entitled to a lump-sum settlement award. In a lump sum workers' comp settlement, you will receive the full amount of compensation at the time of...

5 Jan, 2022

Benefits of Hiring a Workers’ Comp Lawyer

Reasons Why You Should Hire a Workers' Compensation Lawyer Denied Claims Can and Do Happen Even the simplest situation can end up being a complicated workers' compensation claim. According to PayScale, there are a few things that tend to be involved in claim denials more frequently than other things. These...

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