If you suffered a work-related injury or illness that prevents you from returning to your job or earning the same wages as before, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. Spiros Law, P.C. can help you file your claim and pursue the benefits you need for lost income, medical bills, and other expenses.
A job injury can change your life quickly. You were doing your job when a terrible accident happened, and now you may be dealing with pain, medical bills, and lost wages. Workers’ compensation is meant to help cover these costs, but it can be frustrating if your benefits are delayed or denied.
You are not alone. Millions of workers suffer serious job-related injuries each year, and many cannot work for extended periods. Despite this, some injured workers don’t file claims because they believe they must prove their employer did something wrong. That is not true—workers’ compensation is a no-fault system, and most employers are required to carry insurance to protect injured employees.
Our Kankakee workers’ compensation attorneys & litigators understand what you’re going through. If you need help filing a claim or were denied benefits, we are here to help.
Contact us today for a free consultation with the Spiros Law team.
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What Does Workers’ Compensation Cover?
Our experienced Kankakee workers’ compensation lawyers have handled a wide range of cases over the years. We can help you with all of your workers’ compensation needs, including:
- Workers’ Compensation
- Permanent Disability
- Temporary Disability
- Workplace Injuries
If you or someone you love has been injured or worse because of a workplace injury, we would like to help. Our Kankakee workers’ compensation attorneys have the dedication it takes to fight for your rights following a workplace accident.
Common Causes of Workplace Accidents
Injuries, illnesses, and fatalities can happen in any job industry. A variety of scenarios can result in an accident that requires medical care. In 2019, there were 158 fatal work-related injuries in Illinois. Transportation incidents accounted for 40% of all work-related deaths, followed by violence, falls, slips, trips, and contact with equipment and objects.
The most common causes of workplace accidents include:
- Slip/trip and fall
- Motor vehicle accidents
- Overexertion
- Defective tools and equipment
- Exposure to toxic substances
- Fall from heights
- Explosions and fires
- Being struck by an object or equipment
- Repetitive motion
- Falling objects
- Hazards in working areas and walkways
- Exposed electrical wires
- Malfunctioning machinery
Employers must provide their workers with a safe environment free from hazards that could cause injuries. If you were hurt while performing your job duties, you shouldn’t be responsible for the medical bills and other costs you incur. Your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance company should provide the benefits you need to pay for your treatment and supplement any lost income from your time off.
Contact the Spiros Law team to discuss your legal options.
Common Injuries Suffered in Workplace Accidents
In 2019, there were 127,700 nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses in Illinois. You can suffer injuries no matter what type of job you have. Whether you’re in construction or an office environment, hazards exist that can lead to accidents.
The most common occupational injuries and illnesses are:
- Tendonitis
- Repetitive motion injuries
- Mesothelioma
- Respiratory issues
- Spinal cord damage
- Broken bones
- Traumatic brain injury
- Psychological damage
- Pulled or strained muscle
- Burns
- Torn tendons and ligaments
- Electrical shock
- Cuts and bruises
- Cancer
- Pneumoconiosis
- Internal bleeding or organ damage
- Paralysis
If you were involved in an accident at work, you should contact Spiros Law, P.C. immediately for legal assistance. Our Kankakee workers’ compensation lawyers might be able to represent you in your case and pursue the benefits you need to heal your injuries and pay for your daily living expenses while you can’t earn an income.
Workers’ Compensation Benefits You Can Pursue in Illinois
When you apply for workers’ compensation benefits, you could recover two different types: medical benefits and disability benefits.
Medical Benefits
Medical benefits pay for all reasonable and necessary treatment of your work-related injury or illness. This can include:
- Emergency care
- Surgery
- Chiropractic treatment
- Physical therapy
- Doctor visits
- Medical devices
- Prescription medications
- Chronic pain treatment
You should not receive any medical bills while you’re trying to recover. Your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance should pay your providers directly for all treatment you receive.
Temporary Total Disability (TTD)
You may qualify for TTD if your doctor says you cannot return to work at all.
- Paid at two-thirds of your average weekly wages
- Based on earnings before the injury or illness
- Benefits continue until you can return to work at full capacity
Temporary Partial Disability (TPD)
You may qualify for TPD if you’re working limited or modified duties and earning less than before.
- Paid at two-thirds of the wage difference
- Compares your pre-injury wages to your current take-home pay
- Applies while you’re working with restrictions
Permanent Partial Disability Benefits (PPD)
You may qualify for PPD if your injury causes lasting limitations.
This includes:
- Partial or total loss of use of a body part
- Loss of a body part
- Partial loss of use of the body as a whole
“Loss of use” means you can’t do the same tasks you could before the injury.
Types of PPD Benefits
- Wage Differential
If you change jobs and earn less, you may receive two-thirds of the wage difference. - Scheduled Injuries
Certain body parts are assigned a set number of weeks of benefits.
Payments are based on:- Your average weekly wage
- Your doctor’s impairment rating
- The body part affected
- Non-Scheduled Injuries
Injuries not listed on the schedule may qualify under the “person as a whole” category, up to 500 weeks. - Disfigurement
Permanent and serious scarring to areas like the face, head, neck, arms, hands, chest, or legs below the knee may qualify for up to 162 weeks of benefits.
Permanent Total Disability (PTD)
You may qualify for PTD if your injury causes a complete and permanent disability.
This includes:
- Total loss of use of both hands, feet, arms, legs, eyes, or a combination
- A condition that prevents you from performing any type of work
Benefits are paid at:
- Two-thirds of your average weekly wage
- For a period set by an Arbitrator or agreed upon with the insurer
Death Benefits
Burial Benefits
Available to the person who pays burial expenses.
- Death before Feb. 1, 2006: $4,200
- Death after Feb. 1, 2006: $8,000
Survivor Benefits
Available to eligible dependents, such as:
- A spouse
- Children under 18
Payments equal:
- Two-thirds of the deceased worker’s average weekly wages
- Paid for a period set by an Arbitrator or through negotiation
Contact the Spiros Law team to discuss your legal options with a free consultation.
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Conveniently located in Northeastern Illinois including Kankakee, the Spiros Law team is prepared to guide your workers’ compensation claim with experienced legal representation and litigation knowledge.
We can meet with you for a free consultation to discuss your options for filing a claim, appealing a denied claim, or pursuing a lawsuit against an employer that doesn’t provide workers’ compensation coverage.
Contact Spiros Law for a free review of your workplace injury claim.
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