I was injured on the job and I had to have surgery. Can my job give me an administrative separation / termination?

Unfortunately the Illinois Supreme Court has offered an opinion that an employer can terminate an injured worker if they need to fill his/her...

Determining the value of a workers' compensation case is very complicated. However, it is nearly impossible to determine value when you are still...

I was injured at work doing overtime for my company. I tore my rotator cuff on my dominant arm. My company took my sick pay

You certainly are entitled to additional compensation for the degree of permanent disability you suffered as a result of this work injury. This...

If I am receiving workers comp for an on the job injury, can I still sue the company?

Unfortunately, you cannot sue your employer. Your exclusive remedy is the workers' compensation case. You may have a tort claim of battery...

Haven't been paid in work comp in 11 months but my ortho dr has me off work and says need surgery lawyer not helping

It is very difficult to determine the reason as to why you are not getting your workers' compensation benefits without further information. I...

Will workers comp cover my second job if I started it after injury?

Unfortunately no. You will be paid temporary total disability benefits for the time you are off work based upon your original average weekly wage...

Hubby was on Workmen's Comp. and it was called a Major Claims case. Will the Wrkmn Comp co offer a settlement to close the case?

Once a person has concluded treatment for their work injuries and their condition has reached what is characterized as "stabilized" they may be...

I got hurt on the job doing overtime. I slipped and fell on the ice causing me to fall on my right shoulder which is my dominate

You are entitled to additional compensation for you work related injury. For example, once you recover as best you can for this injury, if you...

I am receiving work comp for 2 work related back injuries. Have been told that I cannot sue employer for unsafe environment.

The fact that the employer maintained an unsafe work environment which ultimately caused you to be injured does not allow you to go outside the...

The fact that you have a wrist injury that is not work related does not affect your claim for the injuries you sustained in the course of...