The economy is bad. Jobs are hard to find and keep. What if I get hurt at work? Should I file a Workers Comp Claim?
These are real questions, that express real concerns. In Illinois you can be fired for almost any reason or no reason at all, in most cases.
Illinois does have a law that makes it unlawful to discriminate against someone who files a Workers’ Compensation claim. However, the only way to enforce the law is to file a civil court case.
The other factor that helps in Workers’ Compensation cases is that usually an insurance company stands in the place of your employer. So it is different from suing your employer directly.
The bottom line is that if you are injured at work and your employer or its insurance company is denying your claim, then the only way to get your medical treatment or off work pay or settlement is to file a claim.
Have questions? Call Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.