Can Construction Workers Get Workers’ Compensation?

Construction workers are constantly reminded that their line of work is dangerous. The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) releases a list of workplace accidents each year, and construction accidents frequently are at the top of that list in frequency and severity. Posters throughout a construction site also warn of the many dangers there and…

Employer Lied About Your Work Accident? | Illinois Workers’ Comp Lawyers

Did your employer refuse to report your work injury, change the story, or pressure you to say it happened at home? In Illinois, you may still have a valid workers’ compensation case. This guide explains what to do next — and how the workers’ comp lawyers at McHargue & Jones can protect your benefits with…

Does Workers’ Compensation Cover Workplace Assaults in Illinois?

Workers’ compensation in Illinois covers workplace assaults when an employee is injured because of their job duties or work environment. This includes attacks by patients, inmates, students, customers, or members of the public. Injured workers may be entitled to medical treatment, wage replacement, permanent disability benefits, and—in severe cases—lifetime workers’ compensation benefits, even if no…

Can You Get Compensation in Your Workers’ Comp Claim for Your Pain & Suffering?

The Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act governs how the state handles workers’ compensation requirements and claims. Under this act, workers’ compensation is described as a method of providing employees with financial benefits to pay for necessary medical bills and sometimes provide a portion of their normal wages in case they get hurt while on-the-job. Unfortunately, this…

How Can a “Black Box” Help in Your Truck Accident Case?

In truck accident cases, injury victims and their legal representation can look to many different sources for evidence: The driver’s trip logs, records from their employer, mechanical evidence, and more. Another source for recovering evidence after a truck accident is through the vehicle’s black box. The black box is a device that gathers data on…

What You Should Know About Speaking to an Insurance Company After a Car Accident

Following a car accident, you will need to negotiate with the other driver’s auto insurance company to establish your case, prove their negligence, and recover the compensation you deserve. The process of resolving your claim may involve a conversation with an insurance adjuster. During this conversation, the insurance adjuster will try to get your account…