L4-L5 and L5-S1 Disc Injuries in Illinois Workers’ Comp
By Matthew C. Jones, Illinois workers’ compensation attorney An MRI says “L4-L5 disc bulge” or “L5-S1 herniation.” Does that mean your back injury is covered by Illinois workers’ comp? It can be. The MRI is one piece of the case. Your symptoms, examination, work history, treatment, and what changed after the job injury matter just…