Legal Question in Workers Comp in Illinois

Re: Back Injury at Work

You would always be better off with the help of an attorney. The case worker from the WC is not your friend and does not have your interest in mind. The Doctor is not your friend--He would not have been chosen by the insurance company if he was not their friend.

In all this, you would be much better if you were to have at least one ally looking out for your interest.

I hope this helps,

Taradji Law Offices

Re: Back Injury at Work

We absolutely recommend that you have an attorney. First off, the nurse isn't supposed to be at your appointments. Second, it doesn't cost anything and it's better to be pro-active instead of reactive. If you would like a recommendation please visit our website to contact us at www.findgreatlawyers.com

Re: Back Injury at Work

Dawn: I see where you have already gotten the same response from other attorneys. When you got hurt, you entered the arena of Workers' Compensation. Of course you have questions. But those questions are best addressed by a professional who is familiar with this area of law. To try to handle the matter yourself will only result in your frustration and less than the full benefits to which you may be entitled. Feel free to call me at the number on my web site. I'd be happy to discuss the facts of your claim with you. There is no charge for an analysis of your rights.

Re: Back Injury at Work

QUESTION:

oct. 2, 2006, I injurred my lower back at work.I went to a specialist on oct.10. Hw sent me back to work on light duty on the 11th. No lifting, transporting, sitting only with being able to stand when I needed. My boss made me do my regular job of ultrasounds. I injurred my back even more that day . Do I need to get an attorney.I have been off work since then. I'm getting therapy 3 days a week. Not getting any better. I go to see pain specialist agqain this friday. A case worker from workman's comp will be there. Is there anything I should do or not do ???? Thanks Dawn

ANSWER:

Dawn,

There is no real down side to having an attorney in your case.

You are entitled to seek medical treatment from your own doctor and have your medical bills paid.

You have to be paid 2/3rds of your pay while you have been taken off of work.

And, you are entitled to a lump sum for your permanent injury.

If your benefits are not disputed, attorneys only charge a percentage of the lump sum settlement - if your case is just "strain/sprain" and you return to work without incident you probably would not receive a lump sum settlement without an attorney anyway.

If your case is more serious and you need to be off of work for a long period of time, or you need surgery then you would need an attorney for sure.

Either way, workers' compensation attorneys do not generally charge for initial consultations, so call a few attorneys and ask some questions.

Hire the attorney you feel most comfortable with - not just the first one you meet.

Good Luck,

Matt Belcher

Re: Back Injury at Work

Dear Sirs:

You have a workmen's compensation case. You have a right to the following benefits:

1. TTD(2/3rd of your wages while you are off work)

2. Medical bills paid;

3. Two Drs. of your own choice.

4. Lump sum settlement based on the nature and extent of your injuries.

Please call right away to discuss.

(312) 977--9900.

Many thanks.

John C. Wunsch

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