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No, having a workers’ compensation claim and injury should not affect your future employment at the same employer or a new employer. Illinois law protects employees from retaliation and discrimination for exercising their rights under the IL Workers’ Compensation Act. Section 4(h) states: It shall be unlawful for any employer, insurance company or service or…
Black & Jones Attorneys at Law released a new ad campaign to increase awareness in workers’ compensation cases. The ad campaign, now broadcasting on local TV, focuses on the struggles of working-class people who have been injured at work, and spotlights how Black & Jones has the expertise, connections, and problem-solving capabilities to fight for…
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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets today’s workplace safety standards, and every employer is required by law to meet these rules. However, sometimes these safety measures fail, resulting in a workplace injury. If this happened to you or someone you know, know you’re not alone. This comprehensive list will provide a step-by-step process…
We know how difficult it can be to sustain an injury or illness from a workplace incident. And, it’s okay if you don’t know everything about Workers’ Compensation yet. In fact, many of those injured are unaware of their rights to recover benefits. We’ll walk you through the most important tips to remember when documenting…
Workers’ compensation protects employees by covering medical bills, rehab costs, and any wages lost due to a workplace injury. The insurance policy also offers benefits to an employees’ family if they died due to workplace injury. It is especially important to know what types of injuries are covered by your employers’ workers’ compensation insurance policy,…
Today’s workspaces are full of safety hazards—and they’re more common than you think. A work injury can be debilitating and lessen one’s quality of life. Getting injured at work can also be an emotional tightrope, as you try to navigate unfamiliar territory. You need to get better, and at the same time, you may feel…
At Black and Jones, we know jobs can be demanding. We also know if you’re hurt at work, you’re not able to provide and pay your monthly expenses. It’s tough enough putting in so many hours with little compensation, but getting hurt at work can also be a life-altering injury. Your job, self-esteem, relationship with…
Last month the Illinois Legislature amended the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act to expand benefits for firefighters in Illinois by including MRSA infections as being presumed to be caused by workplace exposure. HB 3662 amends 820 ILCS 305/6(f) and awaits Governor Pritzker’s final signature. There is little doubt it will be signed into law. Under this…
