Guiding You Through Your Workers’ Compensation Claim
Certain jobs present a greater risk of injury than others. Construction workers experience more daily hazards than office workers. However, an employee in any role can be injured.
When occupational accidents occur, victims are entitled to coverage for their medical bills, lost wages, and other damages.
The Chicago workplace accident lawyers of Walner Law® can help you recover the workers’ compensation benefits you deserve following an on-the-job injury. Contact us to discuss the details of your case.
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Why Choose Walner Law for a Workplace Injury?
When facing the aftermath of a workplace accident in Chicago, choosing the right legal representation is crucial. At Walner Law, we have over 75 years of combined experience in personal injury and workers’ compensation cases.
Since our establishment in 1961, we’ve successfully represented over 10,000 clients and secured over $1 billion in settlements and verdicts.
Our commitment to clients is evident through our 24/7 availability, ensuring we’re here when you need us most. Our team comprises over 45 legal and medical professionals, providing comprehensive support throughout your case.
We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no fees unless we win your case.
At Walner Law, we understand the complexities of workplace accident cases and are committed to securing the compensation you deserve. Contact us today for a free initial consultation and take the first step towards justice.
Common Workplace Accidents
Threats to your safety vary from occupation to occupation. Your training should include education on keeping yourself safe in the workplace and minimizing hazards.
Your employer may not meet specific safety standards, and accidents can occur even under the best circumstances.
Some of the most common occupational accidents include:
If you are involved in an occupational accident, you may suffer:
Repetitive stress injuries, such as carpal tunnel syndrome
Head or brain injuries
Shoulder injuries, the most common being a torn rotator cuff
Psychological conditions such as depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and anxiety
Back injuries such as strains, sprains, and herniated discs
Knee injuries, such as a torn ACL (anterior cruciate ligament)
Lung conditions or diseases such as asbestosis
Heart conditions, including high blood pressure and heart attacks
Paralysis/paraplegia
Toxic exposure leading to cancers such as mesothelioma
Aggravation of a Pre-existing Condition
Workplace accidents can also aggravate a pre-existing condition, which may be the grounds for a workers’ compensation claim. If you have a pre-existing condition, disability, or injury that your job worsened, it could prevent you from working again.
While you cannot work due to the accident, you have the right to collect workers’ compensation. You need documentation of your previous condition to prove that your job or workplace accident worsened your condition.
Long-Term Effects of Workplace Injuries
Workplace accidents can result in more than just immediate medical expenses—they can have lasting impacts on injured workers, affecting their ability to work and quality of life.
Whether the injury occurred during a construction accident, healthcare work, or another job-related duty, serious injuries like spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injury, or repetitive stress injuries often lead to significant challenges for injured employees.
Types of long-term effects
Permanent disabilities: Injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome, brain injuries, or spinal cord damage can leave workers with permanent, partial, or total disabilities, limiting their ability to perform job-related duties.
Wage loss: Injured employees may experience reduced earning capacity or require wage differential benefits if they cannot return to their previous jobs.
Chronic pain and mental health conditions: Work-related injuries can lead to ongoing pain and psychological challenges, such as anxiety or depression.
Benefits Available Under Illinois Workers Compensation Laws
Permanent Disability Benefits: These benefits include permanent partial disability benefits or permanent total disability benefits, depending on how severe the work injury is.
Vocational Rehabilitation: Injured employees may qualify for vocational rehabilitation benefits to retrain for a new position or learn new skills if they cannot return to their previous role.
Medical Treatment: Worker’s compensation insurance covers ongoing medical bills and treatment, ensuring access to necessary care even after reaching maximum medical improvement.
Navigating the Workers Compensation Claims Process
The Illinois Workers Compensation Act provides a pathway for injured workers to recover compensation, but dealing with insurance companies or proving employer negligence can be challenging.
Filing a worker’s compensation claim with the Illinois Workers Compensation Commission requires knowledge of Illinois law and the worker’s compensation system.
Insufficient worker’s compensation benefits may require pursuing additional funds through a personal injury lawsuit, especially in employer negligence cases.
How a Chicago Workers Compensation Lawyer Helps
Like those at Walner Law, Chicago work injury attorneys specialize in assisting injured workers through the worker’s compensation claims process.
They help prove employer negligence, when necessary, ensure insurance companies pay what is owed, and fight for maximum compensation for serious accidents, including:
Medical expenses
Lost wages
Disability benefits
Death benefits in tragic cases
Take the First Step
If you’ve suffered a serious work injury in a dangerous job like construction or healthcare, or if repetitive stress injuries have affected your ability to work, a Chicago personal injury lawyer can guide you through the complexities of the Illinois worker’s compensation system.
Walner Law offers injured workers a free consultation, helping them understand their rights, navigate Illinois workers’ compensation laws, and secure the benefits they deserve.
Contact us today to recover compensation for your workplace injury and get the support you need
Your initial call to Walner Law® is always free, and we work on a contingency basis. You pay no fees unless we win your case.
Please call (312) 410-8496 or message our Chicago workplace accident lawyers today for a free initial consultation.
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