Your eyes are one of the most sensitive and important parts of your body. In many workplaces, they are exposed to hazards that can lead to serious injuries. Workers' compensation laws cover most job-related eye injuries, ensuring that employees receive medical care...
When you get injured at work, you may feel tempted to push through the pain or delay medical care. Whether you worry about missing work or assume the injury will heal on its own, avoiding treatment can create problems for both your health and your workers'...
Workers' compensation provides essential benefits to employees who experience work-related injuries or illnesses. These benefits aim to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and other financial needs while you recover. Understanding what you are entitled to can help you...
Lifting heavy merchandise is a common part of retail jobs, but it can lead to serious injuries. In Illinois, workers’ compensation laws provide benefits for employees hurt while performing job duties, including those injured from lifting heavy items. Reporting the...
Low-wage workers often face unique challenges when pursuing workers' compensation claims. The lack of bargaining power can make it harder for these employees to secure the benefits they need after a workplace injury. Limited knowledge of rights Many low-wage workers...
In Mundelein's bustling office scene, workers often overlook the hidden health risks in their daily routines. As more Lake County companies return to in-person work, ergonomics plays a key role in keeping employees safe and productive. Let's explore how this workplace...
The gig economy is expanding, and it is changing how people view employment and workers' compensation. Independent contractors, freelancers, and other gig workers make up a significant portion of the workforce. Their influence on workers' compensation laws and...
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common condition that causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand and wrist. While repetitive hand movements and certain medical conditions are known risk factors, new research highlights that genetics may also play a significant...
Whether you work in a warehouse, office or construction site as a temporary worker in Illinois, understanding your rights is crucial. If you incur an injury on the job, you can claim workers' compensation benefits. But who is responsible for your claim? Let us explore...
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are serious injuries that can have lasting effects on workers. Workers' compensation claims for TBIs require a thorough evaluation to determine the extent of the injury and the appropriate benefits for the injured worker. Medical...