Worker's Compensation

Workers' compensation claims arise as a result of work-related accidents and diseases. Unlike other personal injury cases, it is not necessary to prove that the injury resulted from the negligence of your employer or a co-worker. The key issue in workers' compensation claims is to determine the extent of the injury so that the maximum benefits can be obtained. Injuries suffered at the work place often include the following:

Back injuries
Slip and fall injuries
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Knee injuries
Shoulder injuries
Crush injuries
Fractures
Chemical or hazardous substance exposure
Hearing loss

Injured workers are entitled to receive medical care at the expense of their employers. Workers are also entitled to receive temporary benefits while unable to work. Permanent disability compensation is also available to workers who have suffered such injuries. If you are injured and unable to return to work, or must seek lesser-paying employment due to your injuries, you are also entitled to compensation for such lost wages.

Our attorneys have extensive experience in handling workers' compensation claims. We work closely with physicians in determining the permanency and severity of injuries, which ensures that our clients are fully compensated. Also, we assist our clients in determining whether additional claims can be brought outside the workers' compensation system against responsible parties who may have supplied defective equipment, or otherwise, contributed to the accident.

Our Attorneys

The attorneys who concentrate in workers' compensation accident lawsuits are:

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If you have been injured while at work, it is important that you hire an attorney to represent you, as your employer's workers' compensation carrier will not be looking out for your best interests. Generally, workers who retain attorneys obtain larger awards than do individuals who do not retain attorneys.

For more information about workers' compensation lawsuits in particular or our practice areas in general, please contact us at (630) 232-6333 or (312) 214-1017, or fill out our contact form.