At The Kryder Law Group, LLC, Accident and Injury Lawyers, our dedicated Chicago workers’ compensation lawyers are committed to advocating for injured workers in Oak Park, Illinois. Our goal is to ensure workers’ compensation claims provide fair compensation to cover your medical expenses and lost wages.
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What Are Illinois Workers’ Compensation Benefits?
The Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC) provides workers’ compensation benefits that encompass medical costs, temporary total disability benefits if you’re unable to work, disability benefits should an injury result in permanent limitations, and death benefits.
Why Can Workers’ Comp Claims be Denied?
Workers’ compensation claims may be denied for numerous reasons. These include:
failing to report the injury promptly,
dispute of the claim by the employer for medical benefits, or
a lack of sufficient medical evidence to substantiate the claim.
Common Types of Workplace Accidents in Oak Park
Workplace accidents can vary widely, but common types of employee injuries include trips, slips and falls, machinery-related injuries, and repetitive stress injuries. These incidents frequently result in severe consequences such as fractures, sprains, and, in the worst cases, fatality. It’s crucial to report any workplace accident promptly, ensuring your rights are protected.
The Fatal Four Accidents in Construction
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) identifies the “Fatal Four” in construction: falls, being struck by objects, electrocutions, and caught-in/between incidents. These account for a significant majority of construction worker fatalities.
Wrongful Death Claims in Workers’ Compensation Cases
Wrongful death claims arise when a workplace accident results in fatality. In such cases, the family of the deceased can claim compensation for funeral expenses, lost earnings, and emotional distress, ensuring financial stability during this painful period.
Do I Need a Lawyer for a Workers’ Comp Claim?
Yes, hiring a lawyer for your workers’ compensation case is highly recommended. A workers compensation attorney will negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf for maximum compensation, ensuring your medical bills are paid in timely manner and your compensation checks continue without unexpected interruptions.
When Can I File a Third-Party Lawsuit?
In some workplace accidents, negligence from a third-party, not your employer, can contribute to the incident. Beyond workers’ compensation, you can sue this third-party for losses such as pain and suffering, lost wages, and medical bills, which are not covered under workers’ comp. This presents an additional avenue to secure rightful compensation for injury victims.
What Is My Case Worth?
The value of a workers’ compensation claim is assessed by considering various factors, including the severity of the injury, the cost of medical treatment, the duration of temporary disability, loss of future earnings, and the extent of permanent disability.
Contact Oak Park Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Today
For a law firm experienced in workers’ compensation law, reach out to the personal injury law firm, The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers. Our dedicated team of personal injury attorneys has the experience and knowledge of workers’ compensation laws to handle even the most complex workers’ compensation cases.
We provide free consultations, so don’t hesitate to give us a call to discuss your case. We work on a contingency fee basis: you don’t pay unless we win your case. Don’t wait – contact us today to get the justice and compensation you deserve.
Get help from an Oak Park workers’ compensation lawyer if you’ve been injured on the job and need to file a workers’ compensation claim.
$7.5 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when a support wall fell and struck him. (Highest award on record for a construction injury in DuPage County at the time).
$3.2 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when he fell in an uncovered foundation trench, ranking as the highest award on record for a construction injury in McHenry County at the time.
$3 Million
Recovery for the family of a man struck by a garbage truck that was making an illegal turn.
$2.2 Million
Recovery for a salesman injured in an automobile collision.
$2 Million
Recovery for a man struck by a speeding vehicle as he waited for the CTA bus.
$1.5 Million
Recovery for a truck driver that was struck by another car on the expressway while his vehicle was disabled.
$1.4 Million
Recovery for a computer programmer that slipped and fell in the washroom at work.
Recovery for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a parking lot. At the time, this was the second-highest recovery on record in DuPage County for a similar injury.
$800,000
Recovered for a disputed wrongful death claim against a trucking company. The company denied they were involved in the collision.
$660,000
Recovery for a truck driver that was injured while unloading his trailer.
$550,000
Recovery for a person who slipped and fell in a grocery store.
$550,000
Recovery for a woman who injured her neck in a motor vehicle collision.
$500,000
Recovery for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle while standing on the sidewalk.
$460,000
Recovery for a truck driver that tripped and fell in the parking lot while making a delivery.
$450,000
Recovery for a dental assistant who slipped and fell at work on an unnatural accumulation of ice.
$425,000
Recovery for a union worker struck by a speeding vehicle.
$425,000
Recovery for a passenger in a vehicle struck by an inexperienced driver.
$415,000
Recovered for a woman that required neck surgery after aggravating an existing neck injury in a truck accident.
$400,000
Recovery for a lab technician injured while transporting equipment.
$370,000
Recovery for a construction worker injured on faulty equipment at a construction site.
$315,000
Recovery for a motorist struck by a falling utility pole.
$310,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$250,000
Recovery for a young woman struck by another vehicle.
$250,000
Recovered for a woman who sustained a partial finger amputation and other injuries in a rollover car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$250,000
Recovered for a 60-year-old woman involved in a car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man hit by a semi-truck while operating a go-cart.
$240,000
Recovery for the injured party struck by another vehicle.
$235,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$235,000
Recovery for an inventory clerk injured when shelving toppled onto her.
$219,000
Recovery for a restaurant patron that slipped and fell in the bathroom.
$200,000
Recovered for an airline employee struck on the runway at O’Hare International Airport.
$190,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$175,000
Recovered for a child injured by fireworks at a fourth of July celebration.
$170,000
Recovered for a person injured when she slipped and fell exiting a major retail store.
$150,000
Recovered for a woman who fractured her leg when she was struck by a vehicle.
Britt C.
Andrew Kryder went above and beyond to help me out with a case that I brought to him. He was prompt, attentive, and extremely thorough. It was a pleasure to work with him!
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