Legal Question in Workers Comp in Illinois

That is a complex question that requires more discussion.

I also don't fully understand how his lung disease plays into his shoulder injury, or why a lung test would be part of a return to work physical from a shoulder injury unless that is specific to his company.

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Joe Klest

847 969 9510

I'm sorry to hear about your husband. They can't make him have the surgery if he doesn't want it. If he doesn't have it and they can't accommodate any work restrictions then they'd have to pay him work comp benefits. We'd also seek vocational rehabilitation for him. If you want help or hvae questions, call me at 800-517-1614.

Mike Helfand

Your husband may have rights under the Illinois Workmen's Compensation Act, including the right to be retrained and a right to have his work accommodate his job restrictions. There may also be a case for his lung disease. All of these areas would have be investigated carefully. Should he wish to discuss his case with an attorney, please feel free to call our office. Law Offices John C. Wunsch, P.C. (312) 977--9900. Many thanks.

I understand. If you husband opts for surgery, he will need to undergo pro-operative testing which will disclose his illness. Never post so many details on a public forum. Your husband needs an experienced Workers' Compensation attorney to negotiate this. None of these details should be shared with anyone unless your attorney tells you to do so.

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