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If you are suffering from a work injury, then you may be overwhelmed with what to do. The injury itself may limit your ability to carry on as usual and perform your duties—including your duties on the job and making money. Before you begin worrying, however, know that workers’ compensation law can provide you with medical care and make up for lost pay.
What is workers’ compensation?
By law, workers’ compensation provides employees that were injured on the job with medical care and benefits if they are unable to return to work. In Illinois, all employers must carry workers’ compensation insurance, which covers the employee in the event of an injury.
Who qualifies for workers’ compensation?
The first requirement under workers’ compensation law is that you must have suffered your personal injury while on the job. Worker’s compensation law covers accidents while on the job, as well as more subtle injuries, such as chronic back pain, neck pain, carpal tunnel, and exposure to toxic chemicals. Certain behaviors can breach your eligibility, such as intoxication and reckless behavior.
What benefits do you receive?
If you are able to prove your workers’ compensation claim, then you will receive unlimited access to medical care for your work injury. Furthermore, if your doctor says that you are unable to return to work, then you will receive 2/3 compensation for this time, as long as the time is longer than 3 days.
How can I receive these benefits?
You should report a work injury as soon as it occurs. This will prevent your employer from saying it did not happen on the job. In Illinois, you must seek care and file for workers’ compensation within 3 years of the injury. Your employer should be willing to pay your workers’ compensation claim. However, there are often disagreements and if your employer is unwilling to pay, then you should seek the help of a lawyer.
If you have wrongfully been denied workers’ compensation, then contact the Santilli Law Group today. At our law office, we navigate the complexity of workers’ compensation law to make sure you receive the payment you deserve. To learn more about personal injury law and how we can serve your interests, call the Santilli Law Group at 312-444-9606 today!
Disclaimer:
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create an attorney-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the firm or any individual attorney.
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Have you recently been injured in a work-related accident? Are you having trouble filing a worker’s compensation claim? If you’re interested in more information on what to do after suffering from a work-related injury or what to expect from your doctor during the recovery period, then check out some of these great resources. If you’d like more information, feel free to call us at (888) 319-6979.
- What should you do when you’ve been injured on the job? Find out with this article from disabled-world.com.
- Learn more about the prevalence and causes of work-related injuries with this workers-comp-news.com review.
- The doctor you choose after suffering from a work-related injury can make all the difference when it comes to your recovery. Learn how to choose the right doctor after a personal injury with this link from lawyergurus.com.
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CONVENTION HIGHLIGHT THIS WEEK!
Are you unable to join us for the entire convention, but still want to support the HNBA and join the fun? Do you have a friend or spouse that you'd like to have join you at the festivities? Register for the Convention Evening Networking Pass! The Pass costs $300 and entitles you to attend the Convention's Welcome Reception and receptions on September 1 and 2, including the Cowboy Stadium festivities, the SMU Dedman School of Law reception and folklorico presentation, and the Meadows Museum of Art visit!
The Hispanic National Bar Association (HBNA) invites you to register online for the upcoming 36th Annual Convention in Dallas, Texas, August 31 - September 3, 2011, at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel. This four day event provides you with non-stop educational programs, enlightening speakers, networking opportunities, and of course the finest entertainment around. Attendees will have the opportunity to obtain CLE credits in a wide variety of topics. Job seekers will have ample time to share their resumes at the Career Fair featuring representatives from AmLaw firms, government agencies, and Fortune500 corporations.
We hope that you can join us for this exceptional event. See you in Dallas!
WHEN:
August 31 - September 3, 2011
WHERE:
Sheraton Dallas Hotel
400 North Olive Street
Dallas, TX 75201
Tel: (214) 922-8000
WHY:
Increase your professional value and learn how to market your skills in the legal field
Network and build relationships
Attend the largest Latino Career Fair for legal professionals in the country
Discover the new trends, technology, and ideas that can elevate your career
And more!
Click here for general convention information.
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Worker’s compensation refers to a system in which employees who have been injured on the job can receive income-replacement payments or fixed monetary awards.
In this video, FindLaw.com provides an overview on the worker’s compensation system. Worker’s compensation is a no-fault system, meaning that negligence is not an issue. It doesn’t matter who is responsible for your injury; just the fact that you were injured in a work environment is enough to qualify you for compensation. However, filing for workers compensation benefits means giving up the option to sue your employer while still receiving compensation benefits. Learn more in this full clip.
If your company is denying coverage for medical care and disability benefits following a work-related injury, then you’ll need an experienced work injury attorney by your side. Contact our medical malpractice and work injury lawyers with the Santilli Law Group today by calling (888) 319-6979.
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Nowadays, proficiency in a language other than one’s own is an extremely beneficial skill—especially in an attorney.
Read through the following list of benefits to hiring a bilingual lawyer, and keep these benefits in mind should you ever need legal assistance as a result of a work-related injury or medical malpractice claim.
Understanding of Legal Terminology and Grasp of the Details
On a basic level, bilingual attorneys will be able to understand law-related vocabulary in a foreign language, without the aid of a paid translator. Having this ability will significantly lower the risk of improper or inaccurate translations, skipped words, or missed facts. In a legal case, your attorney must be aware of every specific detail in order to effectively argue your claim and secure you compensation.
Familiarity with Cultural Nuances
Bilingual attorneys will also be more likely to understand any relevant cultural nuances and to avoid cross-cultural misunderstandings. For example, some languages and cultures rely on a degree of bodily or facial movement/expression, while others have subtle verbal rules that relate specifically to arguing or negotiation. Familiarity with your linguistic and cultural laws will ensure your attorney’s ability to competently handle your case and will also prohibit any offensive missteps during attempts to communicate with individuals relevant to the claim.
Customer Service
When you are seeking the help of an attorney, the last thing you will want to deal with is a lawyer who has trouble understanding you—stress and frustration (not to mention potential physical pain if you are filing a personal injury claim) are likely already at play, and having your lawyer ask you to repeat yourself time and again will only cause you more anxiety. By hiring a bilingual attorney, you can avoid the added pressure to make yourself clear and relax knowing that nothing you say will be lost in translation.
If you are more comfortable speaking in a foreign language and you have a personal injury claim that you need legal assistance pursuing, then call the offices of Santilli Law Group at (888) 319-6979—our attorneys can help!
Disclaimer:
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create an attorney-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the firm or any individual attorney.
