If you have had surgery as a result of your Work Comp injury you should make sure to talk with an experienced Illinois Workers’ Compensation Attorney about your case.
Surgeries make your case more complicated and more valuable.
Once you have had a surgery you may need future medical treatment down the road.
For instance, back fusions or disc surgeries may cause the need for future surgeries or result in complications.
Shoulder surgeries may develop into the need for future medical treatment because the shoulder is delicate and not easily repaired.
Knees surgeries may later develop into arthritis or the need for a knee replacement.
If you settle your case, then any future treatment is your responsibility.
A lawyer can explain your options regarding future medical treatment.
Many insurance companies do not want to pay full value for surgical injuries.
Make sure that you have an attorney review your case to determine the proper value and do not let the insurance company fool you into thinking that they are offering you the correct settlement amount.
Questions about your work injury? Feel free to contact Illinois Work Comp attorney Dirk May with Williams and Swee at 309-827-4371.