It is important to know when to settle your Work Comp case.
The reason is that if you settle for a low offer you will be leaving money on the table.
If you fail to settle and go to trial and lose your case, then you will not get any money.
The most important thing is too fairly value your case and determine the risk you are willing to take.
An experienced Illinois Workers’ Compensation attorney can help you make sure that you do not end up losing money.
Settlement has the advantage of getting you guaranteed money.
The disadvantage is that you are responsible for future medical costs once you settle and you may have had the opportunity to get more money at trial.
The disadvantage of trial is that the Arbitrator’s ruling is the final word. You may receive less at trial than the settlement offer. Of course you are able to appeal but this is also risky and time consuming.
Make sure that you talk with an Illinois Work Comp attorney as soon as possible. Lawyers are only paid if they win money for you.
Feel free to contact Illinois Workers’ Compensation Attorney Dirk May to discuss your case at 309-827-4371.