Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits in Illinois (Updated 2025) | McHargue & Jones

Understanding Illinois Workers’ Compensation Benefits If you’ve been injured at work in Illinois, the Workers’ Compensation Act may provide coverage for medical care, wage replacement, vocational help, and long-term disability. This guide breaks down each major benefit so you know what you’re entitled to and how to claim it.  Workers’ compensation is not just about…

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Are you entitled to workers’ comp benefits as a traveling employee under Illinois law?

Traveling Employees and Workers’ Compensation Benefits in Illinois If your job requires you to travel — whether to client sites, job locations, or business meetings — you may still be entitled to Illinois workers’ compensation benefits if you’re injured while traveling. These are known as traveling employee cases, and Illinois provides specific protections for workers…