What to expect, after the trial date?

It is possible for a 19(b) to be appealed in the Commission (Review) and that takes about 10 months. The only way to do it faster was to file...

When you come before the judge, he can show no special favor. This is a statutory offense. Provided that you had the underlying convictions,...

Nobody can tell you what the case is worth without reviewing the medical records and discussing your husband's work responsibilities. For...

How can I make my insurance company pay for an accident I caused?

Write a letter to YOUR insurance demanding that they defend the claim pursuant to your policy (reference the policy number). CC the Illinois...

Can a doctor from my workman comp case that was assigned to me after case closed say he no longer can do anything for me?

Why /How did you settle the claim without even knowing the extent of your injury? I would bet that you did not have an attorney. If you settled...

What if a condition, loss of hearing is caused by my employment. What legal protection can i have?

In order to succeed in a hearing loss claim under Workers' Compensation, you must prove exposure to a noise level of at least 90 db for at least 8...

Workers Comp Attorney Responsibility

Her attorney should have explained to her doctor that detailed restrictions were necessary. WC is not threatening to stop her benefits. They have...

Filed for bankruptcy a month ago. Offered settlement today. What do i do?

Your state may or may not have an exemption for Workers' Compensation claims. Either way, the BOTH the claim and the offer must be disclosed. ...

I got hurt off of the job. I work in a day program doing direct care for adults with developmental disabilities.

Because this was NOT a work injury, it is NOT a Workers' Compensation question. You should re-post this under employment law. That said, an...

Workers Compensation general question..Do I "REALLY" need a lawyer..? For what "specific" reasons?

You don't pay your surgeon to ask how you are doing and the majority of his time is not spent in surgery but you don't suggest that the surgeon...