If you aggravate a pre-existing condition while at work, it's important to understand your rights and the steps you should take to protect yourself. Many workers assume that their pre-existing conditions are not covered under workers' compensation, but that's not...
Old back injuries can flare up again during the course of work. In Illinois, workers’ compensation law can cover situations where job duties make a past injury worse. This can include both physical and repetitive tasks that place stress on the spine. If work makes a...
You are not obligated to accept a workers' compensation settlement that fails to meet your needs. If the proposal inadequately compensates your medical expenses, lost income, or future treatment requirements, you have the right to challenge it. Understanding the...
Factory work often involves repetitive tasks that strain your wrists every day. Over time, this constant motion can lead to injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome or tendonitis. If your wrist pain makes it harder to work or live your daily life, it is time to speak up....
Injuries that happen away from your regular job site can still fall under Illinois workers' compensation law. However, whether you're eligible depends on the nature of your activity when the injury occurred. The law focuses less on the location and more on whether the...
Carpal tunnel syndrome affects many workers across Illinois. Under Illinois workers' compensation laws, employees may qualify for benefits if their work caused or worsened carpal tunnel syndrome. Jobs that involve repeated hand and wrist movement have a clear link to...
For nurses, back injuries are a significant issue that must be addressed. They can suffer many different types of back or spinal cord injuries in the course of their employment. They may qualify for workers’ comp benefits to help cover some of their medical bills,...
Strain injuries can cause serious pain and limit your ability to work. In Illinois, workers’ compensation covers these types of injuries that happen on the job. To receive benefits, though, you must prove that the strain came from work duties. Knowing what steps to...
If you're injured at work, you expect compensation to cover medical expenses and lost wages. But what if your workers' compensation claim is denied? Understanding your rights is essential to getting the benefits you're entitled to under Illinois law. Reasons for claim...
If you’ve developed carpal tunnel due to your job, you’re probably wondering what type of workers’ compensation settlement you might receive. Carpal tunnel syndrome can make everyday work tasks painful and difficult to perform. In Illinois, the average settlement...
