Jerome, Salmi & Kopis, LLC – Law Firm in Fairview Heights, IL

THREE BASIC RIGHTS FOR A WORK INJURY

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If you have a work injury, you have three basic rights, the first one is to get your medical treatment, taken care of and paid for the second compensation for your time off work and third compensation for the permanent character of your work injury. If you’d like more information, please contact us.

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WHAT ARE REASONABLE SETTLEMENTS FOR NURSING HOME ABUSE?

When it comes to nursing home abuse, families often struggle with two competing emotions. On one hand, there is a desire to see justice and hold wrongdoers accountable. On the other hand, there are the practical elements of a legal action that must be considered when attempting to negotiate a fair and reasonable financial settlement.

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Understanding the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act

Illinois workers’ compensation insurance, also known as workers’ comp, allows employees in the state to recover benefits if they become sick due to working conditions, or if they are injured on the job. Through workers’ compensation, they can recover their medical expenses and a portion of their lost wages. When employees become sick or injured

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How are SSDI and SSI Payments Scheduled?

If you are retired or disabled, or the spouse of a worker or deceased worker, you may be eligible for certain benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA). Social security benefits are available for individuals that contributed to the Social Security system during their working years. Retirement and disability benefits are paid as a lump

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