Back injuries are very common on the job. Some office workers have chronic back pain from sitting at a desk all day. Other workers injure their backs trying to lift something that’s extremely heavy or in a workplace accident, like a fall from a ladder. In some cases,...
Workplace Injuries
Why the holiday season brings more workplace injuries
For employees in some businesses and lines of work, things slow down as it gets closer to the holiday season. Some companies even shut down entirely for a couple of weeks over Christmas and New Year’s. However, many Chicago-area residents are in jobs that get much...
How do I prove that my repetitive strain injury is work-related?
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...
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...