Legal Question in Workers Comp in Illinois

I had carpal surgery done on both hands on a workmans comp claim.

I was off work for a month total and am just getting back to work.

Should I expect some sort of settlement from them?I am hearing that these operations are not always successful.

If so what would be a reasonable amount I would settle for?

Kathy.


Asked on 12/12/09, 6:31 am

3 Answers from Attorneys

Mike Helfand IllinoisLawyers.com

You shouldn't settle IMO until you've been back to work problem free for at least three months. They don't have to offer you a settlement and when they do it's typically a low ball amount. What it's worth depends on your wage and what your medical records say. In other words, a good settlement for you may not be what a good settlement for a co-worker with a similar injury was. You might also want to keep your medical rights open as relates to the injury which means if you have any problems in the future with your wrists (even years down the road) the insurance company would have to pay for it.

If you want our help call me at (312) 346-5578 or see www.illinoisworkerscomplaw.com

Regards,

Mike Helfand

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Answered on 12/17/09, 6:47 am
John Wunsch Law Offices John C. Wunsch, P.C.

Dear Sirs,

You have a case for workmen's compensation benefits for your carpal tunnel injury. These are repetitive trauma cases and our law firm has sucessfully handled many such cases in the past.

Please contact our office should you wish to discuss your rights in greater detail.

Many thanks,

Sincerely,

John C. Wunsch

[email protected]

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Answered on 12/17/09, 7:26 am
Jeffrey Friedman Law Office of Jeffrey Friedman

Feel free to call my office to discuss your rights under the Workers Compensation law of Illinois. Jeff Friedman (312) 357-1431. Thank you.

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Answered on 12/17/09, 8:33 am


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