Every occupation has its share of risks and hazards. However, not all work-related injuries are instantaneous. Some workplace injuries develop over time. Repetitive stress or strain injuries (RSIs) are one of the most common work-related injuries. If you develop...
Workplace Injuries
Illinois Appellate Court Affirms Workers’ Compensation Award for Injured Factory Worker
The Illinois Appellate Court recently upheld a workers' compensation award for an injured factory worker in Durable Packaging v. Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission. The worker, Rosalba Soto, filed claims for injuries sustained while working at Durable...
Protecting Your Rights: Proactive Steps to Take After a Workplace Injury in Illinois
Sustaining an injury at your workplace can be a stressful and disorienting experience. But in such challenging times, it's crucial to remain vigilant and take the necessary steps to protect your rights. As an Illinois worker, you are entitled to workers' compensation...
The Implications of Pre-Existing Conditions on Workers’ Compensation Claims in Illinois
In the realm of workers' compensation, one area that often generates confusion and contention involves pre-existing conditions. How do these conditions impact a workers' compensation claim in Illinois? Is a worker still entitled to benefits if they have a...
Navigating the Complexities of Loaning and Borrowing Employers in Illinois Workers’ Compensation
In the realm of Illinois Workers' Compensation, the concept of loaning and borrowing employers is a crucial one that carries significant implications for both employers and employees. This blog post aims to shed light on this complex subject, providing a comprehensive...
Employees Injured in Employer-Provided Parking Lots May be Eligible for Workers’ Comp
In a recent case, Western Springs Police Department vs. The Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission et. al, (2023 IL App (1st) 211574WC), the Illinois Appellate Court considered whether an employee's injury that occurred in a parking lot off the employer's premises...
How to protect yourself from frostbite at work
By the end of the year, many people work outside or in environments with below-zero temperatures. Employees, especially new workers, who aren’t prepared for the temperature shift could suffer from serious medical conditions. One of the most common injuries people...
The emotional consequences of an amputation injury
Amputation injuries are a real risk for workers across the country, especially those involved in manual labor. In fact, injuries related to machines account for thousands of amputations every year. Amputation injuries include physical pain and suffering, and they...
How can outdoor workers stay safe in Chicago’s winter?
The winter weather is at its peak in Chicago, so workers are at risk of suffering from cold-weather injuries. These are often preventable if employers take simple steps to protect their workers. While many think of cold weather as a way of life in this area, it’s also...
Protect yourself from workplace amputation injuries
Not only is physical labor be tiring, but it can also be risky in terms of physical injury. Factories, warehouses and construction sites all require employees to take on various types of physical duties. In certain conditions, amputation injuries may be a serious...