As a general rule, workers’ comp benefits are just for those who were hurt on the job. In fact, one of the most common reasons for denials is that the employer or the insurance company will say that the injury already existed. It wasn’t caused by the workplace...
In a recent decision, the Illinois Appellate Court has reinforced the rights of workers who suffer multiple injuries in a single workplace accident. The case, The American Coal Company v. IWCC, decided on May 31, 2024, sets an important precedent for workers'...
Steel mills produce valuable products that other industries need to function properly. The conditions in these mills are harsh. Workers are met with high temperatures, hazardous materials and heavy machinery when they’re working. All steel mills should have...
