Millon & Peskin | Attorneys at Law

Call For A Free Consultation Today: 630-449-3884

Millon & Peskin | Attorneys at Law
CALL

Your Trusted Legal Partners

Workers’ Compensation Attorneys Serving Chicago And Surrounding Suburbs

With the 2011 changes to the Illinois workers’ compensation laws, it is more complicated than ever before for the average person to understand his or her rights and to make sure that those rights are recognized and observed by the insurance companies. If you are attempting to deal with the insurance company and its adjuster by yourself, beware: They are there to limit the amount they pay you. They are not there to help you even though they may say they are.

At The Law Offices of Millon & Peskin, Ltd., our team has more than 70 years of shared legal experience. We help injured workers throughout the Chicago metro area, Geneva, Kane County and across Chicagoland to enforce and protect their rights under Illinois law. Whether dealing with an initial work injury claim or a workers’ comp denial, our Chicago workers’ compensation attorneys are well-positioned to guide you toward a successful outcome.

You should not discuss your case with any insurance adjusters. That friendly adjuster is there to figure out a way to pay you less workers’ compensation insurance or to deny you any payment at all. Instead, contact us. Our experienced legal team can deal with the insurance company. We will tell you when they are being fair or not. You will always know that we are providing you with truthful advice that is both candid and frank.

Workers’ Compensation Statute Of Limitations In Illinois

Time limits matter when you suffer a workplace injury. Missing a deadline can cost you the benefits you deserve. Understanding these crucial time frames helps protect your rights and ensures you receive proper compensation.

Crucial Deadlines For Filing A Claim

Illinois law requires injured workers to report a workplace injury to their employer within 45 days of the accident or within 45 days of when they should have reasonably known the injury was work-related. This notification starts the claims process and protects your right to benefits.

You have three years from the date of your work injury, or two years from the date of the last compensation payment (whichever is later), to file a workers’ compensation claim with the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC). This window applies to most workplace injuries. However, there are conditions that may extend or reduce this deadline, which is why consulting a Chicago workers’ compensation lawyer as soon as possible is critical.

Key Exemptions And Variations

Occupational diseases follow different rules. For conditions that develop over time, such as repetitive stress injuries or exposure to harmful substances, the statute of limitations begins when you knew or should have known that your condition relates to your job. The IWCC evaluates these cases individually based on medical evidence and work history.

Death benefits also carry specific deadlines. Dependents of workers who die from workplace injuries must file within three years of the death or within two years of the last compensation payment, whichever is later.

Don’t let the insurance company use these deadlines against you. Our Chicago workers’ compensation attorneys understand the nuances of Illinois law and work to ensure you meet every deadline while building the strongest possible case for your benefits.

How We Help With Workers’ Compensation Claims

We regularly assist clients in the following matters involved in the workers’ compensation process.

We can help you recover benefits provided to you by law, benefits such as payment for time off. Our attorneys have been down these roads many, many times. As a result, we understand how to fight on your behalf when it comes to doing battle with insurance companies and employers.

Contact Our Chicagoland Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Serving Chicago And Its Suburbs

To discuss your legal questions regarding workers’ compensation benefits, you can schedule a free initial consultation with the Illinois attorneys of The Law Offices of Millon & Peskin, Ltd. Call one of our four conveniently located Chicagoland-area offices: 630-449-3884. Our firm has offices in Chicago, Arlington Heights, Wheaton and Rosemont. You can also contact our firm online to schedule an entirely free and completely discreet meeting with a lawyer from our firm.