Does Your Doctor Have Sufficient Malpractice Coverage from a Reputable Carrier? This may not be a question commonly asked when seeking treatment for a personal injury or one that took place at work. Still, it’s important to know what the answer is. If a medical professional treating you for an injury does not have appropriate…
Medical Malpractice During Injury Treatment is Required to be Covered by the Liability Carrier
September 15, 2020 By
Making a Work Comp Claim for Covid Death
August 31, 2020 By
Making a Workers’ Comp Claim for a Covid-Related Death Workers compensation rules for coronavirus (COVID-19) aren’t exactly clear since this global health crisis still has a lot of unknowns attached to it. That said, it may be possible to make a workers’ comp claim in the event of a Covid death to receive death benefits.…
Powers of Attorney: The Basics
July 20, 2020 By
You’ve probably heard the term “power of attorney” (POA) at one time or another. But just what is a POA and what kind of “power” does it actually grant? These are just some of the questions it can help to have answered if you are considering this type of legal document for yourself or a…
Why Hire an Estate Planning Attorney?
July 6, 2020 By
Why It’s Best to Hire an Estate Planning Attorney Estate preparation or planning isn’t just something you should do when older. Being proactive about this type of legal and personal planning is something that makes sense at any stage of life. However, it’s not always a DIY process. In fact, it’s often best to hire…
Are Workers Compensation Claims in Illinois Public Record?
June 22, 2020 By
It’s fairly common for workers compensation claims in Illinois and other states to be resolved through mutually acceptable settlements. Once a settlement is reached, you’ll receive a specific sum of money in exchange for agreeing not pursue your claim any further. Should you have concerns about such details being public record, the answer can be…
How Workers Compensation Works
June 8, 2020 By
Let’s Talk About Workers Compensation and How It Works Illinois is on-par with the national average for workplace injuries, according to 2019 figures reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This basically means your odds of being injured on the job here aren’t any greater than what’s typical in other states. Should you end…
When to Claim Workers Compensation in Illinois
May 25, 2020 By
In 2018 alone, private employers in Illinois reported more than 100,000 not-fatal workplace injuries. Injuries of this nature are sometimes serious enough to immediately impede the ability to work. Other times, however, the work-related incidents or issues can present problems that develop later. For this reason, it’s not always clear when it’s best to file…
How Long Can You Get Workers Compensation for in Illinois?
May 11, 2020 By
From ongoing medical expenses to a reduction in income due to having to accept a lower paying, less-demanding position, there are many ways a work-related injury can affect your life. If you are in the process of filing a claim or already receiving benefits, it can be helpful to know how long you may get…
Who Pays Workers Compensation in Illinois?
April 27, 2020 By
Every year in Illinois, approximately 200,000 on-the-job injuries occur. If you were injured while carrying out work-related duties, workers compensation can be a way to recover costs related to your injuries. Workers’ comp is classified as a type of insurance employers often need to have. If you’ve already filed a claim or had one accepted,…
What To Expect During Your First Consultation With A Personal Injury Lawyer
April 13, 2020 By
What Happens When First Meet with a Personal Injury Lawyer? Approximately 40 million doctor office visits per year in the United States are due to unintentional injuries, according to the CDC. Granted, not all of these injuries are the result of somebody else’s negligence. For the ones that are, however, an initial consultation with a…
