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How do you start a Workers’ Compensation claim in Illinois?

To start a Workers’ Compensation claim in Illinois, the injured party must file 3 copies of an Application for Adjustment of Claim and a Proof of Service to the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission office. In addition, the employer should be given a copy of the application.Illinois Workers’ Compensation benefits may be available to you if you have suffered a work-related injury. The downside is Workers’ Compensation also prevents workers from bringing legal action against their employers.
While an injured employee cannot bring a claim against an employer, with the help of a Chicago personal injury attorney, you may be eligible to pursue a third party liability claim. This can be beneficial to injured workers whose Workers’ Compensation benefits don’t fully address all of their damages.A third party liability claim may be filed against someone other than your employer who may be responsible for your injuries. For instance, if a general contractor’s negligence at a construction site resulted in your injuries, they could be held liable in a third party liability claim.
When someone else’s negligence results in unsafe working conditions, practices or equipment, it’s important to know that you may have the option to file a third party liability claim. Dealing with an Illinois Workers’ Compensation claim and a third party liability claim can be very complicated and will likely require the help of an experienced Chicago personal injury attorney.Consulting with a Chicago personal injury attorney should be your next step if you have been injured while at work and would like to explore all of the legal options that you may have available.
When to Hire a Chicago Personal Injury Attorney 
A Chicago personal injury attorney at the Law Offices of Barry G. Doyle, P.C. has dealt with similar cases to yours and knows the best course of action for your work injury claim. To improve your chances at a fair settlement and take the burden out of all the paperwork involved in an Illinois third party claim, contact us today for a free case evaluation – 312-263-1080.

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  • Auto Accident
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  • Work Related Personal Injury
  • Wrongful Death
  • Construction Accidents

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I would highly recommend Barry to anyone seeking an attorney.
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