Illinois law allows the insurance company to send you to see an independent medical examiner.
Do not be confused by the title of independent.
The insurance company selects the doctor for the purposes of their own case and pays the doctor.
This doctor does not treat you for your injuries.
This doctor may testify against you in court.
The doctor will ask you questions regarding your work accident, your injuries, and your medical treatment.
The doctor’s testimony may be used to stop your benefits and deny any further money and medical treatment to you.
You should contact an experienced Illinois Workers’ Compensation Attorney immediately if the insurance company is sending you to see their doctor.
It does not cost you any upfront money to hire a lawyer to protect you.
Illinois Work Comp Attorneys are only paid at the end of the case when you recover money.
Questions about your work injury case? Feel free to contact Illinois Workers’ Compensation Attorney Dirk May 309-827-4371.