Workers’ Compensation

When you work from home, proving that an injury happened because of your job can require more detail than it might at a traditional workplace. Without coworkers or supervisors present to observe the accident, you may face more questions about what you were doing and...

Workplace injuries from radiation exposure are less common than slips or strains but they can be just as life-altering. Workers’ compensation may cover radiation-related illness when the exposure is connected to the course of employment. In practical terms, that...

Truck drivers navigate Illinois highways daily under strict schedules and bad weather. Driving an 80,000-pound big rig requires supreme focus. Sudden traffic shifts challenge safety constantly. When severe accidents happen on the job, truckers must understand their...

What happens when an ordinary workday takes a turn for the worse? Every year, workplace injuries affect millions of Americans just like you. And while your employer typically handles the initial workers’ compensation process, you can still encounter frustrating...

United Parcel Service (UPS) has a massive network of retail shops, processing facilities and delivery drivers. Drivers following local delivery routes aren’t the only commercial drivers employed by UPS and other package delivery companies. The company also relies on...

A UPS driver’s job might seem straightforward, but it's a demanding job that can take a serious toll on the body. The physical demands put UPS drivers at serious risk for repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) and strain injuries Many drivers find themselves battling this...

Working around conveyor belts in warehouses can feel routine, but these machines carry serious risks. Injuries can happen in seconds, from crushed fingers to severe degloving, and the consequences may be life-altering.  Beyond the physical harm, these accidents can...

In Illinois, over 90% of state employees are covered by the Workers’ Compensation Act. Under this law, employers must carry workers’ comp insurance for all their employees, including part-time workers. This means that if you get into a work-related accident, you can...

Airline workers pursue a relatively dangerous profession. While actual airplane crashes are relatively rare, workers can get hurt in a variety of dangerous on-the-job incidents. Airline workers deal with large numbers of people, some of whom may be anxious or under...