Previously, we began exploring the issue of whether an injured employee has the ability to sue their employer for damages. As we pointed out last time, there are several exceptions to the “exclusive remedy” rule here in Illinois. We’ve already looked...
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4 Main Steps in the Illinois Workers’ Comp Process
Most people don't think about the workers' compensation process until they get injured on the job. Then they find the process to be complicated and frustrating. Here are the four main steps in the workers' comp process in Illinois. 1. Report your injury. While the law...
Can I sue my employer for a workplace injury?
Workers’ compensation benefits are a critical resource for those who are injured on the job. This is especially so because, in most cases, workers’ compensation benefits are the exclusive remedy available to workers who becomes injured on the job. The...