Legal Question in Workers Comp in Illinois

Where you live should have no impact. The biggest concern is making sure you don't go outside your two chains of medical referrals or you will be stuck with the bills. Check out my blog www.illinoisworkerscomplaw.com as we discuss similar issues. Call me at (312) 346-5578 if you want help. We have a state-wide network of lawyers.

Mike Helfand

The answer to this question is a bit more complex.

Each state has its own workers' compensation system. You have an Illinois claim but unless you are being transferred to a border city, like St. Louis, you will soon run into doctors, lawyers and case managers whom are only familiar with the Missouri claims process (which is arguably prejudiced against injured employees).

Before you leave the State of Illinois, please call an experienced local lawyer to explain your rights as an Illinois claimant.

As just one small tip, you really need to make sure your current Illinois medical provider gives you a written referral to your new Missouri doctor. This small step will save you a lot of aggravation if your Missouri choice of doctor (whom you have never met ) does not provide you with the assistance you need in your claim.

You may also benefit from filing a formal "Application for Adjustment of Claim" before you leave to preserve any issue with the statute of limitations. Finally, it is nice to meet a few Illinois lawyers face-to-face before problems begin, rather than trying to find a lawyer over the phone from 300 miles away after your benefits are cut-off.

Best of luck,

Matt Belcher

Dear Sirs,

Please call our office. Each state has its own workmen's compensation requirements. The best approach is to make sure you are complying with both states' laws.

(312) 977--9900.

Many thanks,

John C.Wunsch

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JOHN C. WUNSCH, P.C.

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