If your doctor releases you from medical treatment, but you’re still having problems, you can get a second opinion, under the Illinois workers’ Compensation Act. Please contact us if you have further questions.
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If your doctor releases you from medical treatment, but you’re still having problems, you can get a second opinion, under the Illinois workers’ Compensation Act. Please contact us if you have further questions.
Many times I’ve asked whether or not you should talk to the other insurance company when you’re involved in accident it’s best not to give a recorded statement. The other insurance company, you do not have to please contact our law firm first before you decide to handle a accident case, on your own.
A key concept in personal injury law stipulates the defendant in a lawsuit “takes his victim as he finds him.” What does this mean, exactly? And how does this doctrine affect your Illinois or Missouri personal injury case?
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WORKERS’ COMPENSATION UPDATE
If you have contracted COVID-19 as part of your work environment, please contact us and we can discuss if your condition falls under the Workers’ Compensation Act. If we can prove that you contracted your virus as part of your work environment, you would be entitled to compensation that would include payment of all medical expenses; lost time benefits while you recovery; and a settlement for any ongoing problems after you recover.
Please note that in Illinois, first responders and essential employees are presumed to have contracted COVID-19 at work. Missouri recognizes that same presumption but limits it to first responders. Regardless, if believe that you contracted COVID-19 at work, please contact us immediately so that we can inform you of your rights under the Workers’ Compensation Act.