According to several insurance companies, the summertime months see a spike in workers comp claims and injuries at work. There are several reasons for this, but all of them can mean, for the injured person, lost wages, being out of work, and potential job loss. You're not stuck, though. A workers' compensation lawyer can help you learn about what you can do in terms of compensation, so you can heal and get back to work. Read More»

As the construction industry in Chicago enters its busy season, the chances for accidents rise as well – just ask any workers compensation lawyer. There are many factors which lead to these accidents, including larger projects and longer work hours, and but even the most careful crew can encounter onsite conditions which lead to an accident. Thankfully most of the accidents result in minor injuries, which can all be represented by a Chicago workers compensation lawyer, but every now and then a fatality occurs on the job. One year ago a man was killed working on the South Side when a beam his crew was setting on the bridge fell on him. Here is a quick briefing on what can happen on a seemingly normal day.  Read More»

When the weather warms up, rooftop bars and restaurant patios open back up to eager patrons. While this is generally good for business, it can also cause problems for wait staff and bartenders. Unruly customers may get into fights, glasses can get dropped and cause cuts and lacerations, and even at dog-friendly establishments, dogs can become startled and bite people. In the event of any of these things, know that you can always talked to a personal injury lawyer in Chicago should you need to discuss the potential of a case. Read More»

Winter can be a difficult period for any construction worker, but as winter comes to a close, the warmer air of spring takes its place. With the transition of spring, it’s time to focus on what will happen this summer, during those months when the blazing heat can be just as dangerous as the harsh cold. Construction workers can actually be more at risk for illness and injury during summer, when they wear lighter uniforms that expose their skin. Summertime comes with new risks that outdoor workers must consider on the job. Read More»

No matter what field of construction you work in, every day you work in winter conditions could end with a trip to the office an Illinois workers compensation lawyer. Roofers and carpenters face some of the worst danger having to balance themselves high in the air on snow and ice covered lumber, but even HVAC workers can suffer from frostbite or a variety of symptoms. Although this winter has been somewhat mild to this point we have still experienced subzero wind chills and icy conditions which can spell doom for the blue collar workers of Chicago. These are the men and women who built this great city and the work they do should be praised by everyone who benefits by it.  Read More»

If you experienced an injury at your workplace, you should avoid suffering in silence at all costs. Take advantage of your right to a safe work environment and properly functioning equipment and consult with a Chicago worker’s compensation attorney because you may be eligible for substantial compensation for your medical costs, lost wages or benefits, emotional distress and suffering and its impact on the welfare of your family. Unless the injury occurred as a result of your own negligence or violation of safety standards or precautions, you should take legal action and seek justice. Read More»

If you are an assembly line worker and have been injured on the job, it is important that you understand what steps you need to follow so that you can proceed with protecting your health and seeking compensation for your injuries. The first steps that you take are vital in your case and can mean the difference between a favorable outcome and one that causes you to lose. Read More»

Workmen's compensation benefits provide workers with a form of insurance that can be used to support them financially through wage replacement and medically through medical benefits. While the specific amount of time that benefits are provided for, and the specific type of benefit provided are controlled by law and individual circumstances, there are four distinct types of workmen's compensation benefits. Read More»