One of the things that drivers fear most about filing a worker’s compensation claim is that they are going to make their employer angry and they are going to get fired. I would never tell anyone that they should never be concerned about that, but it is a fear which is often overblown. Here’s the […]
Worried About Getting Fired for Making a Comp Claim?
Where to File Your Worker’s Comp Case? You May Have More Choices Than You Think!
One thing that injured drivers often assume is that they can only file cases in Illinois if they were actually hurt in Illinois … and that would be true, but only partially true. The Worker’s Compensation Act allows workers who were injured inside the State of Illinois to file cases here, but it also allows […]
The 10,000 Foot View
Our first Worker’s Compensation Tip of the Week for truck drivers is to take a 10,000 foot view of the worker’s compensation system in Illinois. In weeks to come, we will take a closer look at different issues and pitfalls, but just like when you play baseball or some other sport, the basic is the […]
Tip of the Week 1
With some car accidents, there is more than meets the eye
Not every car accident case requires the help of a lawyer. That has to sound like a strange sentiment coming from a Chicago personal injury lawyer, but in some cases, particularly those with less serious injuries, someone who is hurt in a car wreck can come out further ahead from a financial point of view […]
When a Car Accident in Illinois Results in Back Surgery
If you have suffered a back injury as a result of someone else’s negligence or carelessness in a car accident in Illinois, a Chicago car accident attorney can provide guidance on how best to protect your legal rights.When a back injury cannot be treated with non-surgical methods, it may become necessary to undergo back surgery. […]
When an Accident in Illinois Leads to PTSD
When an accident in Illinois leads to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), you may be wondering if you have any legal right to recovery for that specific injury. An Aurora personal injury lawyer understands you may be suffering not only bodily injuries but also face emotional injuries as a result of a serious accident in Illinois. […]
When an IVC Filter Injury May Require an Illinois Product Liability Claim
Bard IVC Filters are sometimes implanted into patients who are at risk of a pulmonary embolism. While there has not been a recall on this potentially dangerous medical device, there have been growing concerns about the potential hazard of pieces of the device fracturing. These pieces can end up puncturing or perforating a vital organ. […]
Who benefits from survival action damages?
The two parts of a wrongful death lawsuit, survival action and wrongful death action, have many differences. The most notable of the differences is who is eligible to receive the benefits once the case is settled. In the case of survival action, the estate of the deceased will receive the settlement amount.The reasoning behind the […]
Who benefits from wrongful death action damages?
Every wrongful death lawsuit will have damages with regard to the wrongful death action. These damages are the basic foundation of the lawsuit’s purpose and intend to compensate the family of the deceased for the loss of their loved one.In your wrongful death case you are entitled to seek damages for the loss of society, […]
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