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…
Are personal injury settlements considered income?
March 30, 2020 By
Is a Personal Injury Settlement Taxable Income? Most personal injury cases end with a settlement. If this is what happened with your case, you wonder if the money you received from your settlement is considered income for tax purposes, especially if you received a lump sum payment – which is what typically happens with personal…
COVID-19: We’re still here to help
March 18, 2020 By
As we all know, COVID-19 has become a big part of our lives, affecting all of us in some way — from families changing their daily lives and small businesses having to make some major adjustments. Given this uncertain situation, we wanted to let you know that our team is here to support McHenry County…
Illinois statute of limitations for workers compensation claims
March 16, 2020 By
What Is the Statute of Limitations for Workers’ Compensation Claims in Illinois? In 2018 alone, there were nearly 3 million workplace injuries and illnesses reported by private employers. If you were recently injured on the job, it’s understandable to want to immediately focus on getting treated and doing what’s necessary to recover. However, many injured…
When to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
March 2, 2020 By
Technically, a personal injury lawsuit can be filed any time after an accident has occurred involving the negligence of another party. So, just when should you consider filing a lawsuit? Generally, if the incident was minor, filing a lawsuit is a last resort. Below, we explore the topic of deciding when to file a personal…
When Will My Personal Injury Case Be Settled?
February 17, 2020 By
When Will My Personal Injury Case Be Settled? If you’ve already initiated a personal injury case, you may be wondering when it will be settled. The “clock” for a personal injury case typically starts ticking when a lawsuit is filed and legal actions need to take place. As for when your case might be settled,…
Workers Compensation for Contractors: What You Need to Know
February 3, 2020 By
Being a contractor in Illinois means work arrangements can vary. Some contractors work directly for an employer, but others do their work independently. Another possibility for contractors is to be hired seasonally or as a sub-contractor. Whether or not you are covered by workers’ compensation insurance will depend on just how you do your work…
