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Contracted COVID-19 (Coronavirus) at Work – What You Should Know
If you have been diagnosed with COVID-19, you may be entitled to certain emergency workers’ compensation benefits or a cash settlement. As emergency workers and employees of essential businesses work through this crisis, they’re exposed to a significant amount of risks. It’s highly plausible that essential workers can contract the virus while performing work duties. […]
Read MoreChicago Workers Compensation Fraud
Under the supervision of the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC), any Chicagoan with a work-related injury can try to obtain compensation for the physical and financial troubles they’ve suffered by filing a worker’s comp claim against their employer. If your employer or their insurance company denies your claim, you can have your case tried in […]
Read MoreDenied Workers Comp Benefits in Chicago
When a Chicago resident suffers a work-related injury, he or she can file a worker’s compensation claim. The official acceptance of this claim ensures them medical coverage, as well as compensation for lost time from work and permanent disability. But what happens when a workers’ comp claim gets denied? In case your employer or your […]
Read MoreWhen a Manufacturer Causes a Car Accident, What Can You Do?
Manufacturers don’t always publicize their recalls, so you may be driving a car that’s not exactly safe. This is why you should frequently check for any kind of recall information from your car manufacturer. But what if you get in a car accident caused by a defective car part? Whether or not a potential accident […]
Read MoreNursing Home Negligence and Steps to Take
Leaving a loved one in the hands of someone else is often a very difficult decision to make. Most people spend months researching the best nursing homes in their area and for the best place that can provide top-notch care for their elderly family members. Unfortunately, even the best facilities are sometimes guilty of nursing […]
Read MoreWhat to Do After a Road Debris Injury Accident?
Debris on the road can be extremely dangerous for any driver who encounters it. Even something as innocent as a cardboard box can cause you to swerve and cause an accident. What should you do if you get in an accident due to debris lying or, worse, flying on the road? Would your insurance cover […]
Read MoreHow to Handle an Uber or Lyft Car Accident?
Getting in a car accident is one of the most stressful situations you could ever find yourself in. However, keeping your wits about you, and taking the right steps following an accident, especially while driving Uber or Lyft, will help you relieve the stress and handle the situation in the best way possible. If you […]
Read MoreWhat Is a Catastrophic Injury Claim?
Legally speaking, there is no definitive answer to what a catastrophic injury is. The consequences of such an injury range from emotional anguish to physical handicap and they typically include one’s inability to work or find employment in the aftermath of a survived catastrophe. Since a catastrophic injury cannot be easily defined, having the best […]
Read MoreWhen Can an Injured Employee Seek Compensation Through a Workplace Injury Lawsuit?
If you’ve been injured while performing your work duties, you’re probably eligible to receive compensation for medical expenses, emotional trauma, and lost wages. Understanding your rights as an injured employee, as well as getting familiar with workers’ compensation law, is crucial for success. As the experts in workers’ compensation law, here is when […]
Read MoreWhat Should I Do After A Car Accident?
Car accidents are extremely common. Many of us are terrified of things like plane crashes that have a drastically smaller chance of happening, yet we feel safe in a car. You should be as cautious as possible on the road to avoid car accidents, but if it does happen, you need to be prepared. It’s […]
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