Employers in Illinois and throughout the country are generally required to take steps to keep workers safe. However, you still have a role to play when it comes to avoiding an injury while on the job. Here are some easy steps that you are encouraged to take to avoid...
Elgin Personal Injury And Workers’ Compensation Blog
Workers’ compensation – does fault matter?
Workers' compensation exists to provide assistance to people that suffer an injury on the job, resulting in an accumulation of medical expenses and time off from work. The state regulates workers' compensation, and in Illinois, claims fall under the no-fault statute....
Determining liability for motorcycle accidents
If you're a motorcyclist involved in an accident in Illinois, you may be wondering who is responsible for the damages. In many cases, the motorcyclist is at fault. However, other parties may be liable as well. The manufacturer The motorcyclist may rightfully hold the...
How to react if you are injured away from home
Everyone wants to avoid getting injured. Even so, accidents happen. The fault of some incidents lies with others, as is often the case when someone is away at the time of a mishap. Statisticians at the National Safety Council believe not enough is being done to reduce...
Workers’ Compensation FAQs
When you suffer an on-the-job injury in your Illinois place of employment, you may look to your employer to cover your medical care and other related expenses using workers’ compensation insurance. The Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act details the benefits to which...
Staying safe while working outside in the cold
Illinois workers understand that autumn and winter weather can change in a heartbeat. One day it is sunny and warm, and the next day could bring strong wind and snow showers. Unfortunately, numerous occupations require workers to perform job tasks no matter how cold...
Illinois medicinal vs. recreational soft drug laws
If you are an Illinois resident who suffers from a personal injury and has considered consuming soft drugs like cannabis for treatment, you are not alone. An increasing number of individuals across the United States are turning to alternative solutions like this for...
What makes construction so dangerous for workers?
Spending the day at work should not prove dangerous. However, for those who work in construction, accidents occur at alarming rates. Construction is one of the most dangerous industries to work in. While there are safety standards in place to protect workers, so many...
3 top reasons for motorcycle accidents
For some, motorcycles are for weekend road trips to get out of the city and soak up some fresh air. For others, bikes are the primary mode of transportation every day to and from work and school. No matter where you ride or how often, a car or animal may come out of...
What to do after a work-related injury
The workers' compensation system exists to cover employee work-related injuries, including on-the-job stroke or heart attack, damage from repeated use of a body part, preexisting conditions made worse by work activities, and other on-the-job injuries. This coverage...