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Quality Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Serving Prospect Heights

Getting hurt at work can change your whole life in an instant, and dealing with the aftermath of it can be overwhelming. From finding doctors and seeking treatment, to missing work to recover, to having to organize paperwork and other files, the whole process is much easier when you don’t do it alone. Working with a skilled workers compensation lawyer can help you get everything in order so that you can get proper compensation for your work related injury.

At Vasilatos Injury Law, we’re committed to providing quality legal representation and advice for those who need it most. We have a lot of experience getting people the right compensation for their injuries, and we help our clients navigate the entire process, from filing the claim to following it through and collecting compensation. When you’re hurt at work, we’ll make sure that you understand everything that needs to be done.

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When you get hurt on the job, it’s best to report it to your employer as soon as possible, though you’ll typically have 45 days to do so. After you’ve notified your employer, you should consider seeking legal help so that you can fight for the proper compensation. Medical bills and missed work can be a big burden, and it’s important to work with a work injury attorney who understands how to build the best case. When you’re injured at work, don’t take any risks—contact a Prospect Heights worker’s compensation attorney to get started with your claim.

The Most Common Workplace Injuries

If you’re not sure if your workplace injury will be eligible for compensation, one way you can begin to figure that out is by comparing your injury to some of the most common workplace incidents. You may be surprised at what types of injuries are eligible for compensation.

The most common workplace injuries include:

  • Struck against an object: An injury caused by or involving a door, window, or wall.
  • Slips and falls: Injuries from slipping and falling on wet, slippery, and uneven ground.
  • Struck by an object: Injuries from falling or dropped objects.
  • Workplace assaults: When one or more workers is injured in a fight, attack, or other assault.
  • Overexertion: Possibly the most common work injury, these involve carrying, pushing, pulling, lifting, throwing, or holding.
  • Traffic incidents: Injuries that happen on the clock and while using workplace vehicles.
  • Fall to a lower level: Injuries from falling down stairs, off roofs, off ladders, etc.
  • Caught in/compressed by: Injuries that typically involve heavy machinery, usually in factories.

What You Should Know About Worker’s Compensation Cases

When you’re working through your claim, your worker’s compensation attorney in Prospect Heights will be able to explain anything you have questions about. However, it can be beneficial to study up on some of the things you’ll need to know, like the statute of limitations for cases like yours as well as what paperwork to keep on hand. You’ll also want to learn about the types of compensation to fight for, which can include lost wages, permanent injury, medical bill reimbursement, or some combination of the three. If you’re confused about any of this, be sure to talk to a workers’ compensation lawyer.

The Process of Filing a Claim

Filing a workers’ compensation claim can be complicated, but working with a work injury attorney can simplify it greatly.

First, you’ll need to notify your employer of the injury. Do this as soon as you can—within seven days, ideally, though you may be able to report it later than that. If you seek medical care, be sure to let medical staff know that your incident is work related—some workplaces require their employees to visit certain hospitals or specialists for work injuries.

Next, the doctors or your employer will contact the insurance carrier to open a benefits claim. After reviewing the claim, the insurance carrier will decide whether it is compensable or not. If it is, the carrier will contact the injured person and the employer to determine what the rate of pay will be for compensation. If the claim is rejected, the injured person will have the opportunity to appeal that decision.

About Vasilatos Injury Law

Vasilatos Injury Law is committed to providing quality legal representation to those who need it most—injured workers. We are proud to serve clients all over Prospect Heights and Chicagoland as well as all over Illinois. In addition to workers’ compensation cases, our concentrations include social security disability and personal injury cases. We strive to make it convenient to meet with us, as well—if you can’t make it to us, we will come to you, and we offer home, hospital, and phone consultations.

When you need help with a work injury claim in the 60070 area, you can count on the skilled lawyers at Vasilatos Injury Law. We are a team of experienced workers’ compensation attorneys, and you can call us anytime to learn more about how you can fight for the compensation you deserve.

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If you have questions regarding any aspect of workers’ compensation or personal injury, we invite you to call our office or complete the email form provided to the right.

Main Office

159 N. Sangamon Street, Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60607

Phone: 312-559-8339
Fax: (312) 356-9994
Toll-Free: 1-877-INJ-LAW1

Flossmoor Office

19801 Governors Highway, Suite 140 Flossmoor, IL 60422

Phone: (708) 283-0600
Fax: (708) 283-6911
Toll-Free: 1-877-INJ-LAW1

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