While modern technology and awareness have made most workplaces considerably safer, accidents do happen. These accidents often lead to a temporary or permanent disability or even death. According to the latest survey by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), job-related injuries are far more common than job-related illnesses with Healthcare and Social Assistance (544,800 workplace injuries), … Continue reading Frequently Asked Questions on Workers’ Compensation – Lawyers of Mount Vernon, Illinois
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The IME Doctor Says You Are Fine, Your Doctor Says You Are Not
The IME Doctor Says You Are Fine, Your Doctor Says You Are Not One of those rights is to send you to a doctor of their choosing, known as an independent medical exam (IME) with the word “independent” leaving one scratching their head. Many of these IME doctors have relationships with the insurance companies who … Continue reading The IME Doctor Says You Are Fine, Your Doctor Says You Are Not →
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IME, Return to Work, Uninsured Employers
Do I Need To Report A Work Accident?
As is likely true in every state, in Illinois it is important that an injured worker report a work accident to their employer as soon as reasonably possible after the accident. Giving timely notice of an accident is often critical for the worker to avoid a disputed compensation claim. Delay In Giving Notice Can Be … Continue reading Do I Need To Report A Work Accident? →
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Notice of Accident
Uninsured Employers Beware
In years past, there was a great deal of frustration with employers operating without workers’ compensation insurance coverage in Illinois. Even though employers have always been required to provide insurance, or show financial responsibility, they did not always do so. As a result, we saw a number of clients with serious injuries left out in … Continue reading Uninsured Employers Beware →
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Uninsured Employers, Workers' Compensation Act
Prescription Pain Medication – A Look Ahead
We need to get ready – it’s coming – and there isn’t anything that can be done to stop it. What I’m talking about is the vigorous regulation of prescription pain medications. A recent study by the CDC (Center for Disease Control) presented some pretty alarming statistics with respect to prescription pain medications. These medications, … Continue reading Prescription Pain Medication – A Look Ahead →
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Medical Care, Uncategorized