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Geneva Illinois Law Blog
Understanding Temporary vs. Permanent Disability Benefits in Illinois
After a work injury in Illinois, you may qualify for different benefits depending on how long your impairment lasts and whether you have reached maximum medical improvement (MMI). How temporary…
Illinois Workers Compensation Law Blog
My First Illinois Workers Compensation Case
By Mike Helfand
One of my core principles as an Illinois attorney is to remember that people don't know what they don't know. So I don't assume they know things that I deal…
Geneva Illinois Law Blog
What is a workers’ comp independent medical exam?
Have you been injured at work? When you file a workers’ compensation claim in Illinois, your employer’s insurance company may require you to undergo an independent medical examination (IME). This…
NY Disability Law Blog
When Should You Apply for SSDI After a Work Injury? A Timeline Overview
Were you injured at work and filed a workers’ compensation claim? You most likely received benefits to cover your injuries and a financial lifeline while you recovered. However, these benefits…
Illinois Workers Compensation Law Blog
New Illinois Work Comp Case Law On Pre-Existing Injuries
By Mike Helfand
New Illinois case law on pre-existing conditions and workers compensation benefits when your job causes you pain.
Illinois Workers Compensation Law Blog
Should You Ever Settle Before Surgery?
By Mike Helfand
I got contacted by an Illinois woman who sounded like she had a great case, but it turns out she needed a Florida workers' compensation attorney. She was living and…
Illinois Workers Compensation Law Blog
Don’t Give The Work Comp Adjuster The Benefit Of The Doubt
By Mike Helfand
Illinois workers compensation adjusters lie to injured workers all of the time. Do not let them get away with it. Find an experienced attorney who will protect you.
Illinois Workers Compensation Law Blog
Illinois Work Comp – How A Minor Shoulder Strain Resulted In Permanent Disability
By Mike Helfand
When a minor work related injury causes a major one, it is still an Illinois workers compensation claim. Speak with an attorney for free, best Illinois medical malpractice attorney
Illinois Workers Compensation Law Blog
Example Of How An Experienced Work Comp Attorney Makes A Difference
By Mike Helfand
Getting an Illinois workers compensation specialist can be the difference between winning and losing a case.
Geneva Illinois Law Blog
Can you be fired while on workers’ comp in Illinois?
One of the many concerns of people applying for or already receiving workers’ compensation benefits is that they will lose their job. Unfortunately, some employers even tell employees that if…