Does Surgery Increase the Value of My Workers’ Comp Case in Illinois?

Short answer: sometimes — but surgery alone does not determine the value of a workers’ compensation case in Illinois. In Illinois, cases involving surgery often have a higher value than non-surgical cases, but surgery is only one of many factors. Permanent restrictions, disability, and whether an injured worker can return to their former job or…

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How Much Is a Scar Worth Under Illinois Workers’ Comp?

Permanent Scar From a Work Injury in Illinois? Don’t Guess What It’s Worth. A serious burn, cut, or surgical scar can follow you long after the accident—every time you look in the mirror or walk into work. Under Illinois workers’ compensation law, you may be entitled to separate money just for permanent scarring or disfigurement,…