ILLINOIS WORKERS COMPENSATION REFORM
On June 28, 2011, Governor Pat Quinn signed a bill that has reformed the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act. Many of the reforms are aimed at easing the cost of workers' compensation premiums paid by Illinois companies. The amendments include cutting payments to doctors and hospitals that treat injured workers as well as new treatment guidelines for injured workers. The amendments also place a cap on awards available for carpal tunnel syndrome.
When an employee is injured on the job, the employer’s workers’ compensation insurance often pays for items such as medical bills and wage loss, if the injured employee follows the proper guidelines for reporting the accident.
However, people who are victims of workplace accidents also may be able to file a workplace injury lawsuit. Damages in a workplace injury suit can help compensate a victim for his or her physical pain, mental suffering, emotional distress, disability and disfigurement, in addition to the medical costs and wage loss which may be covered by workers’ compensation. The Law Offices of Jeffrey J. Kroll has handled many workplace injury cases and recovered million-dollar settlements and verdicts for injured workers.
If you or a family member has been involved in a workplace accident, you may be able to recover damages from the person or organization that played a part in causing the incident. Since there are many factors that can lead to work injuries and deaths, there are many parties who may ultimately be held responsible for your injury, loss of income, or pain and suffering.
Timing is of the essence when filing a workplace injury claim. Some work accident victims do not realize they must file a claim within a certain time period after the accident.
If you would like more information about how to proceed with a workplace injury lawsuit, please fill out the consultation form or call us at (312) 676-7222. We will be able to consider your particular situation and help you decide whether to file a personal injury claim, wrongful death claim or a workers' compensation claim.
