Outdoor construction projects are often paused during the brutal winter months in this area and throughout the northern part of U.S. However, some projects need to go on. Further, a cold snap can hit unusually early (or late) and leave workers outside in cold, windy,...
Many workers are exposed to high decibel levels on the job. Without proper hearing protection – often earplugs or earmuffs – these workers could suffer long-term damage. If they do have hearing loss, there is currently no way for the body to heal or repair this loss,...
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...
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common hand condition that occurs in the carpal tunnel of the wrist due to pressure on the median nerve. Its primary symptoms include pain, tingling or numbness in the fingers or hand and weakness in the hand. Anyone whose work involves...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...