Legal Question in Workers Comp in Illinois

Re: Lawyer yes or no?

It seems a little silly to ask this question. If you do not need a lawyer why are you on this forum? Everyone here will tell you are nuts to go it alone. So why are you here?

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Re: Lawyer yes or no?

You can always handle a claim on your own, but as you point out, you want to make sure you get a fair "shake". There are many pitfalls during the process that can come upon someone without a lawyer. For example, you will have surgery and then would be entitled to receive payment while your off work recovering. Will you get paid what you should while your off? Will the insurance company provide you the apporpriate medial care - not influence your doctor or you to get back to work sooner than you should? Will they ultimately offer you a fair settlement?

These are only some of the questions and issues that can arrise. You should know that the insurance company will do everything they can to save money - not just on your settlement, but by not approving tests, medical visits, or other. This is their job. Due to the complexity of issues, you deserve to have an attorney working to ensure you receive all of the care and money you are entitled to. Do not feel bad for looking for a settlement. If you have a knee surgery, you will be left with some permanent damage and that is the reason you are entitled to a settlement. You will have to live with this knee injury the rest of your life.

I'd be happy to discuss your case with you in more detail or answer any other questions you might have. Feel free to contact me at the information provided on this website. I look forward to hearing from you soon and good luck!

Re: Lawyer yes or no?

There is a system in place to protect people and their loved ones who are injured on the job. We would be glad to consult with you free of charge. Thank you.

Re: Lawyer yes or no?

Dear Sirs:

You have rights under the Illinois Workmen's Compensation Act for a lump sum settlement as well as for other elements of damage.

Please contact our office to discuss representation.

An attorney clearly can provide significant added value to your claim.

We have sucessfully handled many such cases in our twenty-seven (27) years of experience.

Many thanks,

John C. Wunsch

[email protected]

(312) 977--9900

Re: Lawyer yes or no?

You don't "need a lawyer", but you also don't need a doctor to take out your appendix. But of course it's a good idea. The attorneys we recommend (and we are lawyers ourselves) always make sure that their clients are treated fairly. Most importantly, they act as a security blanket if something goes wrong. If you don't have a case filed and the insurance company cuts you off, it could delay your benefits by a few months. If you would like a recommendation of an attorney that fits your needs let us know. We help people find attorneys everywhere in Illinois.

Yours truly,

Michael Helfand

Attorney at Law

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