Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What benefits can I receive if I am injured at work?

A: An employee who is injured in the course of employment may be entitled to the following:

• 2/3% of lost wages based on your average weekly wage due to disability from the injury, while you are off work
• payment of medical treatment for the injury from a physician of your choice
• payment of permanent scarring and loss of function
• vocational retraining and/or education
• reimbursement of prescriptions

Q: If the insurance company refuses to pay any of the benefits to which I am entitled, what can I do?

A: A claim can be filed at the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission where an Arbitrator will rule on your case. The workers' compensation laws and regulations are complex and unique and an experienced workers' compensation attorney can best ensure that you receive all of the benefits allowed under the law.

Q: If I am out of work due to an injury, how can I possibly afford to hire a lawyer?

A: Payment of attorney fees is set by state law. You do not pay up front for those fees. In most cases, attorney fees are contingent upon a recovery.  If your case settles, your lawyer receives up to 20% of the settlement.


The information obtained on this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult with an attorney for legal advice concerning your individual situation.