There are many people who offer an opinion, yet they do not understand the truth, the law, or the facts in a Illinois work injury case.
Beware of friends or relatives who tell you that they know someone who got a big settlement from their workers’ compensation injury.
The law is structured so that most settlements range from $1,000 t0 $50,000.
A much smaller percentage range from $51,000 to $100,000.
Very few will settle for more than $100,000.
The reason is that the law is written so that the value of the case is tied to your average weekly wage.
The higher the wage, the higher the settlement value.
The law is also based on whether you have had a surgery and the restrictions you have.
The more restrictions, the greater the value.
Why is this important?
Because some people speak without knowing the law and the facts that apply to your case.
Do not be mislead and jeopardize your settlement.
Make sure that you get an opinion from an experienced Illinois Workers’ Compensation lawyer.
It may save you money and insure that you recover a fair settlement.
Feel free to contact Illinois Workers’ Compensation Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371 to discuss your case.