Legal Question in Employment Law in Illinois

My husband is in severe asthmatic distress for which he sought ER treatment on 6/13. His symptoms started and were further exacerbated by his recent managerial position at a local feed and grain plant. At this point, the medications he was prescribed by the ER have not corrected his condition, and he continues to suffer extreme respiratory distress (despite wearing an employer-provied mask) while working and after he is home. He has not had any incidents of this kind in the entire 26+ years he's been employed by other employers, and he has never filed for workmen's comp or injuries of any kind. At this point, we are fearful that he will need to terminate his employment at his job due to his inability to work there. We are asking for someone to look at his case and help us understand workmen's compensation laws and his rights.


Asked on 6/17/12, 7:57 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Betty Tsamis Tsamis Law Firm PC

Workers Compensation is a no-fault "insurance" system that compensates employees for workplace injuries and/or illnesses. Your husband should immediately contact an experienced workers compensation attorney to discuss his situation.

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Answered on 6/18/12, 12:16 pm


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