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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'...
Common Equipment Involved in Run-Over Accidents Illinois job sites, from construction zones to industrial plants, depend on machinery to stay productive. When safety lapses occur, however, the same equipment meant to improve efficiency can cause life-changing harm. Forklifts, bulldozers, backhoes, skid steers, and dump trucks are among the most common...
Why Do Employers Refuse to File Workers' Comp Claims? While most employers understand their legal obligation to report workplace injuries and file workers’ compensation claims, some choose to avoid the process. Unfortunately, when an employer refuses to file a claim, it can place the injured worker in a difficult position—delaying...
If you’ve experienced a work-related injury, contact Strong Law Offices at (309) 393-2928 for help with your workers' comp claim. An Overview of Workers’ Comp Workers' compensation is insurance that protects employees injured on the job, covering work-related injuries without needing personal injury claims against employers. In Illinois, these laws...
What Are Wage Replacement Benefits? Wage replacement benefits are vital in Illinois workers’ compensation. They cover lost wages during recovery and may provide Long-term disability benefits, depending on the injury's severity. The primary types of these benefits include: Temporary Total Disability (TTD) If you are temporarily unable to work due...
When Should Your Workplace Injury Be Reported? In Illinois, workers are required to report a workplace injury within 45 days of the incident occurring. For injuries or illnesses that take time to manifest, such as those related to toxic exposure or repetitive stress, the notification must be made within 45...
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