Working conditions have probably the widest range of variety in the United States. From office work to construction to in-home contractors to on-your-feet sales, production. and operations, and every job in between. No matter the nature of your work, I can help you determine if you have a workers’ compensation case and what to do next.
In basic terms, workers’ compensation refers to the financial support given to an employee who sustained an injury on the job. It is a type of insurance program for employees with injuries or illnesses that are the result of their work. This insurance can cover the following and more:
Determine whether you have a claim for workers’ compensation is best done by consulting an attorney experienced in this specific area of personal injury law. With my experience, I can guide you through the legalities of filing a workers’ comp claim and help you receive the full benefits you are entitled to if you have been injured while working on the job.
As you know, workers’ compensation laws allow employees to seek payment from their employer’s workers’ compensation insurance carrier. In the state of Illinois, you as the employee are protected under the law from termination or harassment for filing a workers’ comp claim. If your employer denies the claim, you may appeal your claim to the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission.
The Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission can compel an employer to pay out claims, but appeals to the Commission are most successful with proper representation from a workers’ compensation attorney.
An experienced attorney can also counsel you if you haven’t suffered an injury but are concerned about the safety at your workplace. Even if you have already contacted the Illinois Occupational Safety and Health Administration, a qualified attorney can help you navigate the legalities of safety code violations and employment law.
The aftereffects of any physical injury can have devastating effects on your and your family. If you have been injured on the job, here are three steps to take following the accident:
Filing a workers’ compensation claim can be confusing, and if your employer won’t pay out your claim, you may not know the steps to appeal. With my skills at work for you, we can get your claim settled and your family is taken care of.
If you believe you have a workers’ compensation case, do not hesitate to seek counsel. Let me guide you through the process of filing a claim and pushing for the highest maximum settlement for your claim. You deserve to be taken care of, and I am here to make sure you are. Reach out to me for help today.
Have you suffered an injury at work or on the job? Do you know your rights? Do you know what you are entitled to? I can help you determine the level of your case and the best course of action for seeking compensation for your injuries and for lost wages. Don’t put your job at any more risk. Contact me today.
