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# Williams & Swee, Ltd.

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- [Latest Articles](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/articles/) - Blogs about Illinois Work Comp and Social Security Disability
- [Happy Easter](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2023/04/happy-easter-5/) - The Good News is that Jesus died for sinners that we may live forever in the presence of a magnificent, complete God. Rejoice in this new life.
- [Liquor Store Sued for Not Protecting Its Customers](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2023/03/liquor-store-sued-for-not-protecting-its-customers/) - http://25newsnow.com/2023/03/07/man-left-blind-shooting-sues-local-liquor-store-not-protecting-him/ Click above to read and watch. Interesting case based on Liquor store being aware of ongoing dangers on the property. Seeking damages for the injuries and resulting permanent damages. Liquor Store being sued for dangers on the property and resulting injuries to its customers.
- [Large Fines for Work Accident in Atlanta, Illinois](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2023/02/large-fines-for-work-accident-in-atlanta-illinois/) - http://wglt.org/local-news/2023-02-15/osha-proposes-630k-in-fines-after-grain-bin-injury-in-atlanta-illinois Click above to read. Contact Williams & Swee Ltd at 309-827-4371 for help with your work injury case. Get help for your workers' compensation claim to recover money at Williams and Swee . Call 309-827-437
- [Kerry Inc Pleads Guilty to Unsanitary Conditions in 2018](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2023/02/kerry-inc-pleads-guilty-to-unsanitary-conditions-in-2018/) - http://centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-news/kerry-inc-pleads-guilty-to-insanitary-conditions-in-former-gridley-facility/ Click above to read. Resulted in largest criminal fine in a food safety case. More than 130 cases of salmonella linked to Gridley facility. Contact us at 309-827-4371 for any work injuries or food related illnesses. Contact Williams and Swee for your work injury, workers' compensation , food related illnesses cases
- [What if Chinese Balloon Crashes on Head of Illinois Worker?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2023/02/what-if-chinese-balloon-crashes-on-head-of-illinois-worker/) - Illinois Workers' Compensation Law provides for compensation when a worker is injured on the job. Illinois Courts have ruled that if a motor vehicle crashes into an office and injures a desk worker, then the injured worker is not entitled to money and medical treatment. The basis for the decision was that the worker was Contact Williams & Swee at 309-827-4371 if you have been hurt at work
- [Dollar General Fined For Unsafe Workplace](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2023/02/dollar-general-fined-for-unsafe-workplace/) - http://osha.gov/news/newsreleases/region5/01232023 OSHA finds Dollar General created unsafe work environment. Injured on the job? Contact Williams & Swee at 309-827-4371. Contact Williams and Swee at 309-827-4371 if you are hurt on the job
- [Peoria School Bus Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2023/01/peoria-school-bus-crash/) - http://25newsnow.com/2023/01/24/no-injuries-reported-after-district-50-bus-crash/ Click above to read. At fault drivers can be sued for injuries. Contact Williams & Swee at 309-827-4371 to discuss any injuries you receive. Contact Williams and Swee for help with any crash injuries you receive.
- [First Year Employees Account for One-Third of Accidents](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2023/01/first-year-employees-account-for-one-third-of-accidents/) - http://cbia.com/news/hr-safety/first-year-employees-injuries/ Click above to read. Whether newly on the job or a long term employee the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act covers all workers injured on the job. Contact Williams & Swee at 309-827-4371 if you have been hurt. The Illinois Workers' Compensation Act covers injuries to new or long term employees.
- [Illinois Correctional Officers Exposed to Hazardous Substance](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2023/01/illinois-correctional-officers-exposed-to-hazardous-substance/) - http://newschannel20.com/news/local/18-correctional-workers-exposed-to-unknown-substance-and-hospitalized Click above to read. Illinois Workers' Compensation Law protects workers from exposure to hazardous materials also. Contact Williams & Swee law firm at 309-827-4371 if you have been injured on the job. Contact Williams and Swee if you have been injured on the job
- [Bloomington Woman Awarded for Helping Crash Victim](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2023/01/bloomington-woman-awarded-for-helping-crash-victim/) - http://25newsnow.com/2023/01/17/bloomington-woman-receives-award-public-service-wake-fatal-nov-2022-crash/ Click above. People still reach out to strangers with help and hope in difficult circumstances. Contact us if you need help because of a motor vehicle collision or accident.
- [EMS Workers Charged with Murder in Springfield, IL](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2023/01/ems-workers-charged-with-murder-in-springfield-il/) - http://newschannel20.com/news/local/body-camera-videos-of-ems-workers-arrested-and-charged-raises-questions-about-training# Click above to read. Really a tragic and intriguing case. Certainly the EMS workers could be sued for negligent death in this situation, but murder? Criminal charges require a much higher burden of proof. Criminal and negligence charges for EMS workers who do not help a person in medical distress?
- [Watch this Potential Fork Lift Work Disaster](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2023/01/watch-this-potential-fork-lift-work-disaster/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3AFgNQQMRzw Click above to watch. Factory work is very dangerous as this video shows. Notify your supervisor and safety director immediately for on the job injuries. Contact Williams & Swee for any Illinois Work Injuries at 309-827-4371. Contact us right away for any Illinois Work Injuries 309-827-4371.
- [Happy New Year!](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/12/happy-new-year-3/) - Looking forward to a great New Year. May the Joy of the Lord be your strength.
- [Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/12/merry-christmas-and-happy-new-year-5/) - Have a Blessed Christmas. God with us. Mystery beyond mysteries. Enjoy time with your family and friends.
- [Pontiac Correctional Officer Injured in Attack](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/12/pontiac-correctional-officer-attacked/) - http://25newsnow.com/2022/12/10/source-another-pontiac-correctional-center-correctional-officer-attacked/ Click above to read. Certainly a dangerous job. Illinois Workers' Compensation Benefits are available for Illinois Correctional Officers injured on the job. Contact us at 309-827-4371 for help. Illinois Correctional Officers can get work comp benefits for on the job injuries
- [Work Comp Protections in Illinois](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/12/work-comp-protections/) - http://npr.org/series/394891172/insult-to-injury-americas-vanishing-worker-protections Illinois Workers' Compensation law is one of the strongest in the nation, but insurance companies do not want you to know this. Make sure to contact us to help you if you have been injured on the job at 309-827-4371. Contact us if you have been injured on the job to help you at 309-827-4371.
- [Fatal Truck Collision in Normal ](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/12/fatal-truck-collision-in-normal/) - http://25newsnow.com/2022/12/02/normal-intersection-closed-due-fatal-crash-investigation/ Click above to read. Semi-truck collides with car. Results in death of Bloomington woman. Contact us if you or a loved one has been injured in a motor vehicle collision. We will assist you recover damages from the at fault driver.
- [Motor Vehicle Deaths and Wrongful death cases](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/11/motor-vehicle-deaths/) - http://centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-news/coroner-releases-more-information-on-morton-crash/ Click above to read. The families of people who die in a motor vehicle crash may sue the at fault driver for wrongful death, and claim money damages. Damages against at fault drivers are available in wrongful death cases.
- [Foodborne Illness and Your Rights](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/11/foodborne-illness-and-your-rights/) - http://centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-news/monicals-temporarily-closed-due-to-outbreak-155-reporting-symptoms/ Click above to read. People who can prove they have experienced a foodborne illness and show a connection to a specific restaurant or store may recover money damages. You may recover money damages if you can prove the connection between your food poisoning and the person who sold you the tainted goods.
- [Highest Work Comp Injuries in Healthcare Industry](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/11/highest-work-comp-injuries-in-healthcare-industry/) - http://bls.gov/news.release/pdf/osh.pdf Click above to read this Bureau of Labor Statistics report. Nursing and Residential Care facilities and hospitals were the highest areas for injuries in 2021. Contact us if you have any questions regarding your work injury at 309-827-4371. Injured in a hospital, a nursing home or residential care facility contact us at Williams and Swee.
- [Illinois Work Comp Injuries and Medical Cannabis](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/11/illinois-work-comp-injuries-and-medical-cannabis/) - http://apnews.com/article/business-minnesota-medical-marijuana-minnesota-supreme-court-workers-compensation-914eeb402e8ee9b40a78d00450e6aee7 Click above to read. The Minnesota Supreme Court denies medical cannabis treatment for work injuries. This does not mean the Illinois Supreme Court would rule in the same way. No case has reached the Illinois Supreme Court yet. Please contact us with your work injury questions at 309-827-4371. This case does not apply in Illinois. No medical cannabis cases have reached the Illinois Supreme Court to date.
- [Injured at Work? Someone may be Watching you!](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/11/injured-at-work-someone-may-be-watching-you/) - In Illinois, it is legal for the insurance company to have a private investigator video tape you while you are at your home, and when you go about your daily activities. The nature and extent of your work injury, and any limitations you may have are important in your Workers' Compensation case. If the Work Keep your eyes open for surveillance video after you have been hurt on the job.
- [Bus Riders Allowed to Sue At Fault Drivers](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/11/bus-riders-allowed-to-sue-at-fault-drivers/) - http://25newsnow.com/2022/11/07/minor-injuries-reported-after-school-bus-crash-peoria-county/ Click above to read. In Illinois school bus riders are able to sue at fault drivers for injuries suffered in collisions. Contact us at 309-827-4371 for help. School School Bus riders injured by an at fault driver are allowed to sue for damages.
- [Injured at Work? Get a Strong Team Mate!](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/11/injured-at-work-get-a-strong-team-mate/) - If you have been injured at work in Illinois make sure to get help right away. You want to build a strong case so you can get the best settlement possible. The insurance company has a large number of lawyers watching out for it. Get an Illinois Workers' Compensation Lawyer to level the playing field. Get an Illinois Lawyer to build the strongest case possible. Contact Williams and Swee at 309-827-4371.
- [Get Help From Your Local Illinois Work Comp Lawyer](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/11/get-help-from-your-local-illinois-work-comp-lawyer/) - We can help you right away with your Illinois Work Injury case. Come in for a face to face meeting, or talk over the phone with us. We are on your side and will help you get a fair work injury settlement. No long waits or talking with a lawyer is an hour or two Contact your local Illinois Work Comp Attorney for help in getting the best work injury settlement available.
- [Man dies trying to pass farm equipment](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/10/man-dies-trying-to-pass-farm-equipment/) - Illinois man dies when trying to pass tractor pulling grain wagons. Keep your eyes open during harvest. At fault drivers are responsible for negligent collisions, and may be held responsible for damages. Click to read https://www.centralillinoisproud.com/news/illinois-news/illinois-man-dies-trying-to-pass-farm-equipment/ Always dangerous at harvest time. Be extra aware of what is happening on the roads this time of year.
- [Illinois man dies trying to pass farm equipment](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/10/illinois-man-dies-trying-to-pass-farm-equipment-2/) - https://www.centralillinoisproud.com/news/illinois-news/illinois-man-dies-trying-to-pass-farm-equipment/ Click above to read. The roads are extra dangerous at harvest time. Be aware during this time of year.
- [Illinois Man Dies Trying to pass Farm Equipment](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/10/illinois-man-dies-trying-to-pass-farm-equipment/) - http://centralillinoisproud.com/news/illinois-news/illinois-man-dies-trying-to-pass-farm-equipment/ Click above to read. Harvest time is dangerous. Be always on the lookout.
- [You Need to be Genuine and Believable before the Judge](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/10/you-need-to-be-genuine-and-believable-before-the-judge/) - No matter the type of case you have in Illinois, whether it is a Workers' Compensation claim, Social Security Disability case, or a personal injury case you need to be believable. It is important that your testimony is consistent with your medical treatment records. Your records contain a history of what you tell your doctor Everything depends on your testimony at trial. Make sure the Judge believes you.
- [Your Rights Under the Illinois Work Comp Act](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/09/your-rights-under-the-illinois-work-comp-act/) - Illinois law provides you with three important rights when you are hurt on the job. First, you are entitled to payment for the time you are off work as a result of the injury. You will need a doctor's off work note to prove that you can no longer perform your job. Second, you are You are entitled to time off work pay, medical treatment, and a settlement for your work injury
- [Nursing Home Deaths](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/09/nursing-home-deaths/) - http://youtube.com/watch?v=oNDsMIbgpBc Click above to watch. Contact us if you believe your loved one has been abused or neglected while in a nursing facility. Contact us if you have a loved one who has been abused or neglected in a nursing facility.
- [Motor Vehicle Collisions and Lawsuits](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/09/motor-vehicle-collisions-and-lawsuits/) - https://www.centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-news/peoria-man-arrested-for-driving-while-high-causing-traffic-death/ Click above to read. Drivers who drive negligently and cause injuries to others can be sued for money damages. Contact us with your injury questions at 309-827-4371. Negligent drivers who cause injuries can be responsible for money damages
- [Steelworker Dies on the Job](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/09/steelworker-dies-on-the-job/) - http://apnews.com/article/chicago-indiana-accidents-lake-michigan-4a9e610b4f2a9945d53e8fa6f2dc66ff Click above to read. Families of workers who die on the job may be able to file for Illinois Workers' Compensation death benefits. Contact us to discuss your Illinois work injuries
- [Large Jury Award in Nursing Home Abuse Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/09/large-jury-award-in-nursing-home-abuse-case/) - http://drugwatch.com/news/2015/02/20/jury-awards-million-nursing-home-abuse/ Click above to read. Victims of nursing home abuse and neglect can sue for money damages. Contact us at 309-827-4371 to discuss concerns you may have regarding abuse and neglect of your loved ones. Contact us to discuss nursing home abuse and neglect of your loved ones.
- [US Traffic Deaths Statistics](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/09/us-traffic-deaths-statistics/) - http://25newsnow.com/2022/09/19/nhtsa-calls-rising-us-roadway-deaths-crisis/ More people on the road and it results in more collisions. Contact us to discuss your rights if you have been injured in a motor vehicle collision. Contact us if you have been injured in a traffic collision.
- [Two College Students Injured in Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/09/two-college-students-injured-in-crash/) - http://centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-news/two-in-critical-condition-after-crash-outside-pub-ii/?ipid=promo-link-block1 Click above to read. At fault drivers may be sued for injuries resulting from crashes. Contact us at 309-827-4371 to discuss Contact us if you have been injured in a motor vehicle crash or collision.
- [Nursing Home Abuse Alleged ](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/09/nursing-home-abuse-alleged/) - http://abc7ny.com/nursing-home-abuse-arrest-long-island/12227336/ Click above to watch. Get help if you think someone is abusing your loved one in a Nursing Home. Contact us to discuss at 309-827-4371. Get help from our Central Illinois law firm if you believe your loved one has been abused in a nursing home.
- [Do Not be an Idiot in a Car](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/09/do-not-be-an-idiot-in-a-car/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0E0tVIAFWc Click above to watch. If you have been injured in a car crash contact us to discuss. Let us help if you have been injured in a motor vehicle crash
- [Nursing Home Keeps Open with record of Abuse and Poor Care](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/09/nursing-home-keeps-open-with-record-of-abuse-and-poor-care/) - http://kpbs.org/news/local/2022/09/08/el-cajon-nursing-home-keeps-operating-record-abuse-poor-care Click above to read. Protect your loved ones from Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect. Stay informed. Contact us with your questions. Keep up to date on the status of your loved ones nursing home.
- [Your Work Comp Doctor Matters](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/09/your-work-comp-doctor-matters/) - In Illinois you must prove that your work accident caused the conditions for which you are being treated. If your doctor will not be able to back you up and testify that your fall at work caused your shoulder injury, then you will lose your case. From the start, make sure that you tell your Your doctor's opinion regarding your work accident and your injury make a big difference in your case.
- [Abuse of Veterans in Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/09/abuse-of-veterans-in-nursing-homes/) - http://nursinghomeabuse.org/resources/veterans/ Click above to read. If you loved one is a Veteran and you believe they have been abused in a nursing home, please contact us to discuss at 309-827-4371. Contact us if you believe your loved one has been abused or neglected in a nursing home.
- [Bloomington Pedestrian Killed in Collision](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/09/bloomington-pedestrian-killed/) - http://25newsnow.com/2022/09/04/victim-identified-bloomington-pedestrian-motorcycle-crash/ Click above to read. Pedestrian's can claim money damages against at-fault drivers. Contact us to discuss. Bloomington pedestrian run over with motorcycle. At fault drivers can be sued for money damages.
- [Injured at Work or Disabled and need a Cane?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/09/injured-at-work-or-disabled-and-need-a-cane/) - Using a cane can increase the value of your Illinois Work Comp case and help you win your Social Security Disability case. You should tell your doctor why you need a cane, and ask for a prescription for the cane. Some doctors may ask why you need it. You can just go to a store Get a prescription for your cane and it will help your Work Comp and Social Security Disability case
- [Nursing Home Abuse Advice](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/08/nursing-home-abuse-advice/) - http://nursinghomeabuse.org/articles/nursing-home-abuse-allegations/ Click above to read. If you suspect Nursing Home abuse or neglect contact us to discuss. If you suspect nursing home abuse or neglect contact us
- [Skydiver Killed in Accident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/08/skydiver-killed-in-accident/) - http://25newsnow.com/2022/08/28/skydiver-killed-accident-near-ottawa/ Click above to read. The question in accidents is whether anyone was negligent and did it contribute to the death or injuries. The question in accident cases is whether anyone was negligent and did it contribute to the death or injuries
- [Woodford County Fatal Auto Accident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/08/woodford-county-fatal-accident/) - http://centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-news/one-dead-after-woodford-county-crash/ Click above to read. The family of a person killed in an accident may file a wrongful death lawsuit against the at fault driver. The family of a person killed in an accident may file a wrongful death lawsuit against an at fault driver
- [What is an Illinois Work Comp Settlement?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/08/what-is-an-illinois-work-comp-settlement-2/) - In Illinois as part of your work accident you are entitled to payment to compensate you for your work injuries. The settlement should be paid after your medical treatment is complete and the doctor has returned you to work. Some insurance companies will close your work injury case after you have returned to work without In Illinois at the end of your medical treatment for a work injury you are entitled to settlement of money to pay for the permanent injuries you suffered
- [Postal Worker Dies after Dog Attack](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/08/postal-worker-dies-after-dog-attack/) - http://centralillinoisproud.com/news/national/florida-postal-worker-dies-after-being-mauled-by-5-dogs/ Click above to read. Dog attacks may result in civil damages, work comp awards, even criminal charges in some circumstances. Dog attacks may result in civil damages, work comp claims, or criminal charges
- [Nursing Home Abuse on the Rise](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/08/nursing-home-abuse/) - http://youtube.com/watch?v=D5GapnIeoQo Click to watch this video. Nursing Home Abuse is something people do not want think about. Make sure to contact us if think a loved one or friend is being abused or neglected in a nursing facility. Do not overlook nursing home abuse or neglect. Contact us for help.
- [Why Workers' Compensation Injury History is Important](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/08/why-workers-compensation-injury-history-is-important/) - One of the most important things you can do when you are hurt at work is to give a clear statement to your doctor as soon as possible about how your injury happened at work and what body parts were hurt. This will make your Illinois Work Comp case much stronger and make easier for Tell your doctor right away how you were hurt at work and what body parts were injured
- [Boy hurt in Dog Attack](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/08/boy-hurt-in-dog-attack/) - http://25newsnow.com/2022/08/17/young-boy-badly-hurt-dog-attack/ Click above to read. People injured in dog attacks may recover damages for personal injuries suffered as a result. Contact us to discuss your options. people injured in dog attacks may recover damages for personal injurie
- [Shots fired at 6 Flags in Gurnee](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/08/shots-at-6-flags-in-gurnee/) - http://centralillinoisproud.com/news/national/3-shot-at-six-flags-amusement-park-in-illinois/?ipid=promo-link-block1 Click above to read. With the increase in shootings in public places the legal issue is whether sufficient protection is being provided to the public or guests on the property. The legal issue regarding the increase in shootings is whether sufficient protection is provided to guests and the public onsite.
- [Permanent Work Restrictions increase the value of your Settlement](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/08/permanent-work-restrictions-increase-the-value-of-your-settlement/) - Permanent work restrictions increase the value of your Illinois Workers' Compensation case either at trial or at time of settlement. It shows the Arbitrator that your permanent partial disability is more severe than if you have a full duty release. It may include things such as limits on lifting, standing, walking, or the numbers of permanent work restrictions increase the value of your work comp case either at trial or for settlement
- [Warehouse Fire injures Illinois Worker](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/08/warehouse-fire-injures-illinois-worker/) - http://centralillinoisproud.com/news/national/shelter-in-place-smoke-from-warehouse-fire-in-madison-ill/ Click above to read. Illinois law provides medical treatment, off work pay and a settlement once recovery is made for all work injuries. Illinois law provides medical treatment, off work pay, and settlement pay for injured workers.
- [Damages awarded to Work Injury Whistleblower](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/08/damages-awarded-to-work-injury-whistleblower/) - http://osha.gov/news/newsreleases/national/06222022 Click above to read. It is against the law to discriminate against someone who files a work injury case. It is against the law to discriminate against someone who files a work injury case
- [Bike Crash Fatality](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/08/bike-crash-fatality/) - http://centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-news/bicyclist-identified-in-fridays-deadly-crash/ Yes, at fault drivers may be sued in bicycle and pedestrian collisions. At fault drivers can be sued in pedestrian and bicycle crashes
- [Get Your Updated Off Work Note](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/08/get-your-updated-off-work-note/) - Illinois Workers' Compensation law requires you to have an off work note to get paid while you cannot work. The best way to do this is have your doctor's office provided a written note explaining that you are off work and for how long. Most doctors will provide a note until the next appointment. It you will need an off work note to get paid
- [Short Staffed Nursing Facilities](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/08/short-staffed-nursing-facilities/) - Contact us if you think your loved one has been abused in a nursing facility
- [7 Killed in Wrong way Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/08/7-killed-in-wrong-way-crash/) - Horrific crash and loss. Prayers for family and friends. Contact us with your injury needs
- [Hurt at Work? Protect Yourself](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/07/hurt-at-work-protect-yourself/) - Don't trust your employer to look out for you. No one else is going to protect you and your interests when injured. Keep your eye open.
- [Man Killed When Tree falls on him](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/07/man-killed-when-tree-falls-on-him/) - Illinois law provides for certain family members to receive death benefits for work injuries.
- [IDOT Worker Killed at Job Site](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/07/idot-worker-killed-at-job-site/) - Strange situation. Is this a work injury? Certainly would be compelling arguments on both sides. Contact us if you have been injured on the job.
- [Troubled Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/07/troubled-nursing-homes/) - Contact a lawyer if you believe your loved one has been abused or neglected.
- [What if I need surgery for my Work Injury?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/07/what-if-i-need-surgery-for-my-work-injury/) - If you need surgery you should contact an Illinois Work Comp attorney right away.
- [Amazon Under Investigation for Work Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/07/amazon-under-investigation-for-work-injuries/) - Contact us if you have been injured on the job in Illinois
- [Workers Electrocuted](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/07/workers-electrocuted/) - Workers injured on the job in Illinois are entitled to payment for the permanent damages
- [Rivian Layoffs Coming](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/07/rivian-layoffs-coming/) - Supply chain issues strike again. Contact us with your injury needs.
- [What if my Work Injury makes my condition Worse?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/07/what-if-my-work-injury-makes-my-condition-worse/) - If you had a bad back before you were hurt at work and the work injury makes it worse, then the insurance company must still pay you.
- [Fireworks Gone Wrong](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/07/fireworks-gone-wrong/) - Contact us with your injury needs
- [Work Injury Settlements](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/06/work-injury-settlements/) - You should get your work injury settlement offer after you have completed your medical treatment. Talk to an Illinois Work Comp lawyer if you have not.
- [Concerns of Neglect in Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/06/concerns-of-neglect-in-nursing-homes/) - Contact us if you think your loved has been neglected in a nursing home.
- [Worksite Death Claims](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/06/worksite-death-claims/) - Contact us you have been injured on the job.
- [Injured at Work? Keep it Simple](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/06/injured-at-work-keep-it-simple/) - Simple is best because it protects you from the work comp insurance company. It makes life easy for you and increases the value of your settlement.
- [Bloomington Motorcycle Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/06/bloomington-motorcycle-crash/) - Contact us to determined your rights for recovery from a motor vehicle crash.
- [Firework Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/06/firework-injuries/) - Some tips to avoid fireworks injuries
- [Where to Report Illinois Nursing Facility Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/06/where-to-report-illinois-nursing-facility-abuse/) - Contact us if your loved has suffered Nursing Home abuse or neglect.
- [Serious Work Comp Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/06/serious-work-comp-injuries/) - If you cannot return to your former job because of your work injury you will need to perform a job search. Get help from us to do your job search.
- [Avoid Heat Injuries on the Job](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/06/avoid-heat-injuries-on-the-job/) - We help people in Central Illinois with Workplace injuries
- [Heat Related Deaths in Senior Living Facility](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/06/heat-related-deaths-in-senior-living-facility/) - Contact us if your loved ones have been abused or neglected.
- [Ferrero Plant Expands](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/06/ferrero-plant-expands/) - Williams & Swee Ltd provides legal help for Bloomington-Normal Illinois injured workers
- [Important Illinois Work Comp Steps](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/06/important-illinois-work-comp-steps/) - Put your work injury information in writing immediately and keep copies of it. Go to a doctor right away and explain you were injured on the job.
- [Illinois Nursing Homes Fined](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/06/illinois-nursing-homes-fined/) - Contact us if your loved ones have been abused or neglected in a nursing facility.
- [Crash Victim?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/06/crash-victim/) - Contact us to find out what to do when you are injured in a motor vehicle collision.
- [How Do I Get My Work Comp Money?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/06/how-do-i-get-my-work-comp-money/) - When you are done with your medical treatment you can get your Illinois Work Comp settlement money
- [Nurses Most Injured In Healthcare](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/06/nurses-most-injured-in-healthcare/) - Contact us for your on the job Illinois work injuries at 309-827-4371
- [Man Killed in Tractor Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/05/man-killed-in-tractor-crash/) - Contact us at 309-827-4371 to discuss your injuries
- [Starting Your Illinois Work Comp Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/05/starting-your-illinois-work-comp-case/) - To start your Illinois Work Comp case you must file an application of claim with the State of Illinois
- [Fatal Motorcycle and Car Crash ](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/05/fatal-motorcycle-and-car-crash/) - At fault drivers are responsible for money damages when injuries or death result.
- [Residents relocated after Elder Abuse Allegations](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/05/residents-relocated-after-elder-abuse-allegations/) - Keep an eye on your loved ones and their nursing home facility. Contact us with your concerns.
- [Not Getting Paid Your Work Comp Check?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/05/not-getting-paid-your-work-comp-check/) - Not being paid your off work pay? Contact an Illinois Work Comp lawyer and get your money started.
- [Man who beat elderly patient found incompetent](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/05/man-who-beat-elderly-patient-found-incompetent/) - Bad situation. Schizophrenic man beats housemate. Make sure to contact us if your loved one is abused or neglected.
- [Work Comp and Unpaid Medical Bills](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/05/work-comp-and-unpaid-medical-bills/) - Not getting your medical bills paid? Contact an Illinois Workers' Compensation attorney to get them paid.
- [Ethanol Plant Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/05/ethanol-plant-injuries/) - Both plant workers and emergency workers, and firefighters can get Illinois Work Comp benefits. This includes off work pay and settlement pay.
- [Deputy Injured In Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/05/deputy-injured-in-crash/) - Law enforcement injured on the job can get Illinois Work Comp benefits. This includes off work pay, medical bills, and a settlement. Contact us if injured at work
- [$1.5 Million Paid in Jail Death](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/05/1-5-million-paid-in-jail-death/) - Families of inmates who die custody may be entitled to money damages
- [Work Comp and Delayed Medical Treatment](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/05/work-comp-and-delayed-medical-treatment/) - You should go to the doctor right away if injured on the job, however if you had to delay then make sure to explain why this happened.
- [Ladders Can Be Dangerous](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/05/ladders-can-be-dangerous/) - Injured at work? Give us a call for help.
- [Nursing Homes' Worst Offenders](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/05/nursing-homes-worst-offenders/) - Keep a close eye on your loved ones in nursing facilities
- [Motorcyclist Dead](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/05/motorcyclist-dead/) - At fault drivers must pay damages for injuries
- [Pre-existing Problems and Illinois Work Comp Law](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/04/pre-existing-problems-and-illinois-work-comp-law/) - Illinois Work Comp law pays you money even if you had a pre-existing injury.
- [Firefighters Injured in Fire](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/04/firefighters-injured-in-fire/) - Illinois firefighters injured on the job are entitled to Work Comp benefits
- [Reporter Injured on the Job](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/04/reporter-injured-on-the-job/) - Hurt on the job? Contact us to discuss your injury.
- [When to contact a Work Comp Lawyer](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/04/when-to-contact-a-work-comp-lawyer/) - No response from your human resources. No response from the insurance company. No pay. No medical treatment. No settlement check. Contact Illinois Work Comp lawyer
- [CNA accused of theft](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/04/cna-accused-of-theft/) - Contact us if suspect elder abuse or neglect
- [Peoria Two Car Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/04/peoria-two-car-crash/) - Injured a motor vehicle collision? Call us for help at 309-827-4371
- [Rights for Illinois Workers injured on the Job](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/04/rights-for-illinois-workers-injured-on-the-job/) - Illinois law provides medical bills, off work pay, and a settlement for people injured on the job
- [Happy Easter](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/04/happy-easter-4/) - Good news! Jesus is alive.
- [Charges filed in Double Fatal Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/04/charges-filed-in-double-fatal-crash/) - Poor decision and tragic results
- [Illinois Nursing Home Reform Bill Passes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/04/illinois-nursing-home-reform-bill-passes/) - Provides more money for nursing home staffing.
- [What Increases Your Work Injury Settlement?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/04/what-increases-your-work-injury-settlement/) - In Illinois the amount of your wages makes a difference, surgeries increase the value of your case, and permanent restrictions will give you more money
- [Social Security Disability and Covid Related Problems](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/04/social-security-disability-and-covid-related-problems/) - Contact us if your medical conditions keep you from working.
- [New Law Allows Special Pay for School Employees with Covid](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/04/new-law-allows-special-pay-for-school-employees-with-covid/) - You can get special pay if you get covid and are a school worker and have been vaccinated.
- [Illinois Nursing Home Reform?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/04/illinois-nursing-home-reform/) - Proposed reform give incentives to hire more staff to help nursing home residents
- [Watch for this Work Comp Scam](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/03/watch-for-this-work-comp-scam/) - Some insurance companies will not pay your work injury settlement and close your case
- [Normal Man Killed in Motor Vehicle Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/03/5837/) - If you or your loved ones are seriously injured in a motor vehicle crash contact us
- [Morton Nursing Home Fined](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/03/morton-nursing-home-fined/) - If your loved one has been abused or neglected please contact us.
- [Injured While Driving for Work?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/03/injured-while-driving-for-work/) - You can get Illinois Workers' Compensation benefits for injuries while driving for work
- [Horrible Highway Accidents](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/03/horrible-highway-accidents/) - Semis must be extra cautious on the road.
- [Tripping and Falling at Work](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/03/tripping-and-falling-at-work/) - contact us if you fall at work. In Illinois falls are compensable even if they are your fault.
- [Cameras in Nursing Homes?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/03/cameras-in-nursing-homes/) - Will cameras in nursing homes cut down on abuse and neglect
- [Illinois Work Comp Tip](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/03/illinois-work-comp-tip/) - Go to the doctor as soon as you are injured. This will protect you in the long run.
- [Injured in Scott's Law Violation?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/03/injured-in-scotts-law-violation/) - Contact us if you have been injured
- [Be Careful on Snowy Roads](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/03/be-careful-on-snowy-roads/) - Injured on snow or ice covered roads? Contact us at 309-827-4371.
- [Quad Cities Nursing Home Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/03/quad-cities-nursing-home-abuse/) - Quad Cities nursing home fined for abuse. Contact us if your loved ones have been abused or neglected
- [Work Comp Wants to Send You to Its Doctor](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/03/work-comp-wants-to-send-you-to-its-doctor/) - Call a work comp lawyer if Work Comp sends you to see their doctor
- [Where is Your Work Comp Money?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/03/where-is-your-work-comp-money/) - Do not forget you get money once you are healed from your work injury in Illinois.
- [5 Ways to Prevent Workplace Falls](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/03/5-ways-to-prevent-workplace-falls/) - Injured in a workplace fall? Call us to help.
- [Watch for Reckless Drivers](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/02/watch-for-reckless-drivers/) - Contact us if you have been injured in a motor vehicle collision.
- [Work Injury Tips](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/02/work-injury-tips/) - Complete an accident or injury report right away to protect yourself.
- [Vehicle Crashes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/02/vehicle-crashes/) - http://kxly.com/video-shows-speeding-car-run-stop-sign-slam-into-truck-in-spokane/ Click above to watch video. Injured in a vehicle crash? Call us to determine your options. 309-827-4371.
- [Important Work Comp Tip](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/02/important-work-comp-tip/) - Makes sure to immediately tell your doctors you were hurt at work.
- [Police Officers Injured on the Job](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/02/police-officers-injured-on-the-job/) - Call us if you are a police officer who has been injured on the job
- [Truck flies off overpass](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/02/truck-flies-off-overpass/) - Even if the accident is your fault you can recover Illinois Work Comp benefits for on the job injuries
- [Talking with Your Doctor about Your Work Injury](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/02/talking-with-your-doctor-about-your-work-injury/) - Make sure to have your doctor put your permanent restrictions in the medical records.
- [Nursing Home Abuse and Identity Theft](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/02/nursing-home-abuse-and-identity-theft/) - Contact us if your loved one has suffered nursing home abuse or neglect
- [Truck Loading Dock Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/02/truck-loading-dock-injuries/) - Avoid injuries at the loading dock. Contact us if you have been injured on the job.
- [Nursing Home Investigations](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/02/nursing-home-investigations/) - Protect your loved ones. Let us know if you know of someone who has been abused or neglected.
- [Extra Work Comp Protections for First Responders](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/02/extra-work-comp-protections-for-first-responders/) - Contact us if you are a first responder who has been injured on the job
- [Top 5 Dangerous Power Tools](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/top-5-dangerous-power-tools/) - Protect yourself. Call us if injured on the job
- [Work Comp Settlement Tips](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/work-comp-settlement-tips-3/) - Make sure you are being paid for all your work injuries
- [Car Crash on the Job?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/car-crash-on-the-job/) - Injured in a job related motor vehicle collision? Contact us to discuss a potential Illinois work comp filing.
- [Slip and Falls on the Job](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/slip-and-falls-on-the-job/) - Illinois work comp law covers slip and falls on the job
- [Illinois Work Comp Covers Even Dumb Accidents](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/illinois-work-comp-covers-even-dumb-accidents/) - Even if you make some poor decisions that lead to your work injury, Illinois law protects you and pays you money for your injuries.
- [What to Expect after Your Work Injury](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/what-to-expect-after-your-work-injury/) - Let us help you get your work injury pay
- [Workers Injured in Robberies](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/workers-injured-in-robberies/) - http://wqad.com/article/news/crime/rock-island-smoke-shop-armed-robbery/526-ed408537-2d8c-49b9-ab2a-35adddd02c2c Click to watch. Injured Workers who are victims of robberies can claim Illinois Work Comp benefits.
- [Caught Covid on the Job?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/caught-covid-on-the-job/) - Illinois law allows for work comp benefits if you get it on the job.
- [Family of Man Killed in Tornado Sues Amazon](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/family-of-man-killed-in-tornado-sues-amazon/) - Workers' Compensation, negligence, wrongful death lawsuits may result from these type of situations.
- [Work Comp Not Paying You?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/work-comp-not-paying-you/) - Call us if your Illinois Work Comp is not paying you
- [Nursing Home Abuse in the News](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/nursing-home-abuse-in-the-news/) - Protect your loved ones. Contact us if you believe a loved one has suffered abuse or neglect in an Illinois Nursing facility
- [Firefighting is a Dangerous Business](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/firefighting-is-a-dangerous-business/) - Illinois firefighters can get work comp benefits
- [Cold Weather Work Injuries and Illinois Work Comp](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/cold-weather-work-injuries-and-illinois-work-comp/) - cold weather injuries are covered by the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act and you may receive money damages for your injury
- [What Happens at an Illinois Work Comp Trial?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/what-happens-at-an-illinois-work-comp-trial/) - If you cannot settle your Illinois Workers' Compensation case or if you do not like your settlement offer, then you will need to have a trial to determine the value of your case. When you go before the Arbitrator ( the official name of the Judge) you will have to have all your medical records
- [Nursing Home Problems](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/nursing-home-problems/) - Contact us if you believe your loved ones have suffered nursing home abuse
- [Adverse Reactions to Covid Vaccines](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/adverse-reactions-to-covid-vaccines/) - Contact us if you have experienced long term reaction to a Covid vaccine.
- [Auto kills Pedestrian on Sidewalk](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2022/01/auto-kills-pedestrian-on-sidewalk/) - The family may be entitled to money for wrongful death.
- [Happy New Year!](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/happy-new-year-2/) - Illinois injury lawyers only get paid if they win for you
- [Rehab Center Elder Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/rehab-center-elder-abuse/) - Contact us if your loved one has been abused in a nursing facility
- [Covid Longhaulers Being Approved for Social Security Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/covid-longhaulers-being-approved-for-social-security-disability/) - SSA is approving those who suffer from long term covid effects for disability benefits
- [Merry Christmas!](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/merry-christmas-12/) - Merry Christmas to all. Enjoy this wonderful time of the year.
- [State Helps Nonprofit Investigate Elder Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/state-helps-nonprofit-investigate-elder-abuse/) - If you think your loved ones have suffered nursing home abuse or neglect contact us.
- [Avoid These Christmas Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/avoid-these-christmas-injuries/) - Safety first. Remember to contact us if you are injured at work.
- [Worker Injured Hanging Christmas Lights](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/worker-injured-hanging-christmas-lights/) - If you are injured on the job please contact us.
- [What to do If Work Comp is not paying your Medical Bills](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/what-to-do-if-work-comp-is-not-paying-your-medical-bills/) - Get a lawyer right away if Work Comp does not pay your medical bills
- [Road Crew Workers Killed](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/5671/) - Illinois Work Comp Law protects injured workers and pays for your injuries
- [Avoid Bed Sores](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/avoid-bed-sores/) - Contact us if your loved one has developed bed sores while in a nursing facility
- [Edwardsville Tornado Deaths](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/edwardsville-tornado-deaths/) - There will be civil lawsuits and Illinois Workers' Compensation claims from the tornado deaths and injuries
- [What is an Illinois Work Comp Settlement?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/what-is-an-illinois-work-comp-settlement/) - Illinois law provides injured workers with settlement money
- [Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/nursing-home-abuse-and-neglect/) - Contact us if you believe your loved one has been abused or neglected in a nursing facility
- [Firefighters and Illinois Work Comp](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/firefighters-and-illinois-work-comp/) - Contact us if you have been hurt on the job firefighters and police
- [Bus Driver shot](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/bus-driver-shot/) - Bus driver shot on job is entitled to work comp benefits
- [Covid Long Haulers and Work Comp](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/covid-long-haulers-and-work-comp/) - Illinois Work Comp law protects workers who contract covid from work activity
- [Ex-nurse convicted of Raping Patient](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/12/ex-nurse-convicted-of-raping-patient/) - This is a criminal case and a case that may result in money damages.
- [Covid Long Haulers and Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/11/covid-long-haulers-and-disability/) - You can get Social Security Disability for Covid Long Haul illness
- [Caregiver Abuse Caught on Video](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/11/caregiver-abuse-caught-on-video/) - Has your loved one been abused? Contact us. It is against the law.
- [Happy Thanksgiving!](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/11/happy-thanksgiving-14/) - Fill us with a grateful heart
- [Escalator Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/11/escalator-injuries/) - Even escalators can be dangerous. May result in civil lawsuits or Illinois Workers' Compensation claims if injured on the job.
- [Illinois Work Comp Law Protects Police](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/11/illinois-work-comp-law-protects-police/) - Illinois Police officer injured on the job can get off work pay, medical treatment, and a settlement.
- [Do Not Wait for Your Work Comp?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/11/do-not-wait-for-your-work-comp/) - In Illinois you are entitled to money at the end of your work injury treatment. Do not let the insurance company forget to pay you.
- [Construction Accidents Caught on Video](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/11/construction-accidents-caught-on-video/) - Illinois Work Comp law protects those injured at the construction site.
- [Plant Explosions and Work Comp](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/11/plant-explosions-and-work-comp/) - Illinois Work Comp law covers medical bills, off work pay, and in addition pays money for the work injuries.
- [Work Comp Will Not Talk To Me?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/11/work-comp-will-not-talk-to-me/) - Can't get Work comp to talk to you? Pay you? Approve your medical treatment? Call a lawyer right away.
- [Bike Rider Injured](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/11/5620/) - At fault drivers who injure bike riders must pay damages.
- [Peoria Crash Victims ](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/11/peoria-crash-victims/) - http://centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-news/crash-saturday-night-leaves-one-person-dead-two-in-the-hospital/ Click above to watch. At fault drivers are responsible for the injuries of crash victims.
- [This is One Brave Pastor!](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/11/this-is-one-brave-pastor/) - If an Illinois pastor is attacked on the job he will get Illinois Work Comp benefits
- [Are You Expected to Know All about Your Work Comp Case?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/11/are-you-expected-to-know-all-about-your-work-comp-case/) - Work comp insurance companies do this every day and pay hundreds of people to fight injured workers. You need help.
- [Illinois Police Officers Entitled to Work Comp Benefits](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/11/illinois-police-officers-entitled-to-work-comp-benefits/) - Illinois Police Officers injured on the job are entitled to medical benefits, off work pay, and a settlement for the injury
- [Illinois Nursing Home Sued](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/11/illinois-nursing-home-sued/) - Contact us if you think your loved one has been abused in a nursing home.
- [Work Injuries Are No Laughing Matter](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/11/work-injuries-are-no-laughing-matter/) - Work injuries are serious. Contact us if you have been injured on the job.
- [Work Comp Will Not Give me My Surgery](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/10/work-comp-will-not-give-me-my-surgery/) - If Work Comp insurance will not authorize your surgery, then make sure contact us to represent you.
- [Ladder Falls](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/10/ladder-falls/) - If you have been injured from a work fall, please contact us.
- [On Camera Nursing Home Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/10/on-camera-nursing-home-abuse/) - You do not want your loved one to suffer this nursing facility abuse.
- [When a Work Accident HappensContact Us](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/10/when-a-work-accident-happenscontact-us/) - Not funny when you are hurt on the job, but this video does have some truth in it.
- [This is My Work Comp Offer???](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/10/this-is-my-work-comp-offer/) - Don't know what to do with your Work Comp offer? Think your offer stinks? Don't know what to think? Contact us.
- [Workplace Explosions](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/10/workplace-explosions/) - Contact us if you have been injured in a workplace explosion.
- [Oversight of Illinois Nursing Homes Lacking](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/10/oversight-of-illinois-nursing-homes-in-question/) - If State oversight is weak then abuse and neglect will increase.
- [Plane Crashes and Workers' Compensation Claims](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/10/plane-crashes-and-workers-compensation-claims/) - There may be several types of lawsuits for people are injured in plane crashes.
- [Haven't Been Paid Illinois Work Comp?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/10/havent-been-paid-illinois-work-comp/) - Contact us if you have not been paid Illinois Work Comp
- [Another Reason Minimum Wage Laws make a difference in Your Work Comp Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/10/another-reason-minimum-wage-laws-make-a-difference-in-your-work-comp-case/) - The higher your wage,, the higher your Illinois Work Comp settlement
- [Car Crash?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/10/car-crash/) - Contact us if you have been injured in a car crash at 309-827-4371.
- [Former Nurse Charged with Sexual Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/10/former-nurse-charged-with-sexual-abuse/) - Contact us if you believe someone has been abused or neglected in a nursing facility
- [Where is My Work Comp Money?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/10/where-is-my-work-comp-money/) - Not getting all your work comp benefits? Contact us immediately.
- [Be Safe Highway Workers](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/10/be-safe-highway-workers/) - Highway workers injured on the job in Illinois can get work comp benefits.
- [Nursing Home Problems Continue](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/10/nursing-home-problems-continue/) - If you have concerns about potential injuries from nursing home abuse or neglect contact us.
- [Doctor Note May Not Be Enough in Social Security Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/10/doctor-note-may-not-be-enough-in-social-security-disability/) - A simple doctor note saying you are disabled is not enough to win your Social Security Disability case.
- [Work Comp Denied Me because I have a bad back](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/09/work-comp-denied-me-because-i-have-a-bad-back/) - If the work injury made your back worse you can get money for it.
- [Injured on the Job? Need Knee Replacement?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/09/injured-on-the-job-need-knee-replacement/) - You may be able to get coverage for your knee replacement if you were injured on the job.
- [Workers' Comp Cases have Dropped](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/09/workers-comp-cases-have-dropped/) - If you have injured at home or in the office give us a call.
- [Interstate 57 Closed Due to Vehicle Fire](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/09/interstate-57-closed-due-to-vehicle-fire/) - Contact us if you have been involved in a motor vehicle collision and we guide you through the steps needed to protect your interests.
- [Truck Accidents](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/09/truck-accidents/) - Truck drivers injured on the job may claim Illinois Work Comp benefits no matter who is at fault
- [Nursing Home faces Sex Abuse Fine](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/09/nursing-home-faces-sex-abuse-fine/) - Contact us if you believe your loved one has been abused or neglected in a nursing facility.
- [Crush Injuries on the Job](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/09/crush-injuries-on-the-job/) - View video explaining crush injuries.
- [Nursing Staff Mistreating Patients?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/09/nursing-staff-mistreating-patients/) - If you think your loved one is being abused or neglected at a nursing facility please contact us.
- [No Upfront Fees for A Social Security Disability Lawyer](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/09/no-upfront-fees-for-a-social-security-disability-lawyer/) - You only pay if you win and at the end of your case.
- [Work Comp is Denying My Surgery](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/09/work-comp-is-denying-my-surgery/) - If work comp denies your medical treatment and does not pay you contact us immediately
- [Motorcycle Crash Study in Missouri](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/09/motorcycle-crash-study-in-missouri/) - Contact us if you have been injured in a motorcycle crash.
- [Hidden Cameras Catch Nursing Home Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/09/hidden-cameras-catch-nursing-home-abuse/) - http://kplctv.com/2020/01/07/concerned-daughter-captures-elderly-mothers-nursing-home-abuse-hidden-camera-nc/ Click above to read. Daughter plants hidden camera in patient's room to capture abuse on video. If you think your loved one is being abused contact us to discuss.
- [When Should I File My Work Comp Case?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/09/when-should-i-file-my-work-comp-case/) - In Illinois you have 3 years to file your application of claim. You time for filing may be extended in some situations.
- [Forklift Accidents](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/09/forklift-accidents/) - Contact us if you have been injured in Illinois.
- [Work Injuries on the Set](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/work-injuries-on-the-set/) - Illinois law provides benefits for on the job injuries
- [Nursing Home Abuse on Camera](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/nursing-home-abuse-on-camera/) - If you suspect nursing facility abuse of a loved one contact us at 309-827-4371.
- [Not Getting Your Work Injury Medical Treatment?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/not-getting-your-work-injury-medical-treatment/) - If you are not getting your medical treatment for your work injury you need to speak with an Illinois Work Comp attorney immediately.
- [Police Officers injured on Job Entitled to Illinois Work Comp Benefits](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/police-officers-injured-on-job-entitled-to-illinois-work-comp-benefits/) - Police officers entitled to off work pay, medical benefits for all treatment related to the work injury, and a settlement for the nature and extent of injury
- [Caretaker Abuse on Camera](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/caretaker-abuse-on-camera/) - Care agencies are responsible for caretakers abuse and paying damages
- [Work Falls and Compensation](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/work-falls-and-compensation/) - Falls on stairs or escalators may result in a money settlement for you. Contact us to discuss.
- [Injured on the Job? Who Do You Believe?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/injured-on-the-job-who-do-i-believe/) - Do not rely on your neighbor or the insurance company. See an Illinois Work Comp Attorney to protect yourself.
- [Protect Yourself from Falls](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/protect-yourself-from-falls/) - Hurt at work from a fall? Contact us at 309-827-4371.
- [Nursing Home Falls](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/nursing-home-falls/) - Expect a strong defense from the nursing home and its insurance company.
- [What if You are injured outside Illinois?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/what-if-you-are-injured-outside-illinois/) - Illinois has some of the best jurisdictional laws in the country to protect work comp victims.
- [Talking to Your Injury Doctor is Important](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/talking-to-your-injury-doctor-is-important/) - Judges give great weight to what you tell your injury doctors
- [Electric Car Maker Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/electric-car-maker-injuries/) - Burns, forklift accidents, crush injuries, electrical explosions. Hurt on the job? Contact us at 309-827-4371.
- [Nursing Home Abuse Video](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/nursing-home-abuse-video/) - Contact us if you believe your loved one is being subjected to nursing home abuse.
- [What if Insurance Denies My Work Comp Claim?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/what-if-insurance-denies-my-work-comp-claim/) - Check with an Illinois Work Comp attorney right away if you are denied work injury benefits
- [Falls Off Roof](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/falls-off-roof/) - Illinois work comp law protects roofers.
- [Police Chase Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/police-chase-injuries/) - In Illinois, injured police officers are entitled to Work Comp benefits
- [Covid Infection and Hotel Workers](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/08/covid-infection-and-hotel-workers/) - Illinois law provides for Work Comp benefits if a worker is infected on the job.
- [We are not paying Your Work Comp! It was Your fault.](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/07/we-are-not-paying-your-work-comp-it-was-your-fault/) - In Illinois you may recover workers' compensation benefits even if the injury was your fault.
- [Truck Accident Closes I-55](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/07/truck-accident-closes-i-55/) - Truck drivers injured on the road may recover Illinois Work Comp benefits
- [Truck Driver Injuries High](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/07/truck-driver-injuries-high/) - Hurt on the job call us at 309-827-4371. Truck driver injuries to arm, back and neck.
- [Avoiding Nursing Facility Falls](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/07/avoiding-nursing-facility-falls/) - Falls can be prevented. Contact us if you suspect nursing home abuse or neglect.
- [Where is my off Work Pay?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/07/where-is-my-off-work-pay/) - Talk to a lawyer right away if you are not being paid and you are off work due to an injury.
- [Work Injury and Lumbar Fusion](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/07/work-injury-and-lumbar-fusion/) - Lumbar fusions are of higher settlement value in Illinois.
- [Nursing Home Neglect- Bedsores](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/07/nursing-home-neglect-bedsores/) - Protect your loved ones from bedsores.
- [What if the Lifeguard Drowns?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/07/what-if-the-lifeguard-drowns/) - Illinois Work Comp law provides death benefits to family members in most situations.
- [How Do I know If my Work Comp Offer is Fair?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/07/how-do-i-know-if-my-work-comp-offer-is-fair/) - Check with an Illinois Work Comp lawyer to find out if your offer is fair
- [Nursing Home Abuse Caught on Camera](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/07/nursing-home-abuse-caught-on-camera-2/) - Make sure to contact us if you suspect Nursing Home abuse or neglect
- [Truck Crashes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/07/truck-crashes/) - Contact us if you have been injured in a motor vehicle crash.
- [Lightning Strikes and Work Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/07/lightning-strikes-and-work-injuries/) - You may be entitled to Illinois Work Comp benefits if lightning strikes on the job.
- [Another Missed Work Comp Settlement](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/07/another-missed-work-comp-settlement/) - This is a pattern. Insurance companies hope you will forget about your work comp money that is owed to you.
- [Nursing Home Resident Freezes to Death](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/07/nursing-home-resident-freezes-to-death/) - Get legal help if you believe your loved one is being abused or neglected in a nursing home.
- [2 Parts of Your Injury Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/07/2-parts-of-your-injury-case/) - Illinois personal injury cases have two parts. You must prove negligence and damages.
- [Report your Work Injury Immediately](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/06/report-your-work-injury-immediately/) - The key to getting your Illinois Workers' Compensation benefits going is to file an accident report as soon as possible.
- [What About My Work Comp Pay?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/06/what-about-my-work-comp-pay/) - What do you do if you are not being paid your Illinois Workers' Compensation off work pay? Illinois law makes it clear that if you are hurt on the job and cannot work, then you entitled to temporary total disability which is the name for the off work pay. This is the responsibility of your
- [Bedsores?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/06/bedsores/) - Contact a lawyer right away if your loved one suffers from bedsores in a nursing facility.
- [Social Security Disability Applications](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/06/social-security-disability-applications/) - SSA offices are closed but you can still file a disability application online.
- [Nursing Home Residents Suffer in Pandemic](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/06/nursing-home-residents-suffer-in-pandemic/) - Get help from a lawyer if you believe your loved one suffered nursing home abuse or neglect.
- [What about My Work Comp Medical Treatment?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/06/what-about-my-work-comp-medical-treatment/) - Make sure to get your Illinois work medical treatment authorized and completed as soon as possible.
- [Troubled Nursing Home List](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/06/troubled-nursing-home-list/) - Make sure to check this list before placing your loved ones in a nursing facility
- [Fines for Exposing Workers to Coronavirus](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/06/fines-for-exposing-workers-to-coronavirus/) - Employees in Illinois may file for work comp benefits
- [What about my Work Comp Medical Bills?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/06/what-about-my-work-comp-medical-bills/) - Make sure to get your work comp medical bills paid
- [Workplace Hazards](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/06/workplace-hazards/) - OSHA and work comp laws can only do so much to protect workers
- [Work Injury Falls Often Fatal](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/06/work-injury-falls-often-fatal/) - Work injury falls are subject to Illinois Work Comp laws and OSHA.
- [Social Security Offices and Covid](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/06/social-security-and-covid/) - Social Security offices still not fully open. Contact us if you need help
- [Work Comp Settlement Part 9](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/06/work-comp-settlement-part-9/) - Permanent restriction are a major factor in determining your Work Comp settlement value
- [Healthcare Facility hit with OSHA fines](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/06/healthcare-facility-hit-with-osha-fines/) - Mental health patients attack staff. OSHA fines and work comp claims result.
- [Amazon will no longer test workers for Pot. Illinois Work Comp law still allows for Pot defense.](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/06/amazon-will-no-longer-test-workers-for-pot-illinois-work-comp-law-still-allows-for-pot-defense/) - There is a difference between allowing someone who smokes pot off duty to work and whether your work injury will be paid if smoking dope contributed to your injury
- [Enjoy Your Memorial Day!](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/05/enjoy-your-memorial-day/) - Thank you for all who sacrifice to protect our country.
- [Work Comp Settlement Part 8](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/05/work-comp-settlement-part-8/) - Another factor used in determining the value of your settlement or award is your age at the time of your injury.
- [States with Highest Work Injury Rates](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/05/states-with-highest-work-injury-rates/) - OSHA list of states with highest work injury rates
- [The Long Arm of the Law](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/05/the-long-arm-of-the-law/) - Illinois Work Comp law does not allow for pain and suffering but it does provide for permanent partial disability benefits.
- [Work Comp Settlement Part 7](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/05/work-comp-settlement-part-7/) - AMA impairment ratings and how they effect the value of your work comp case.
- [Falls from heights are on OSHA's Radar](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/05/falls-from-heights-are-on-oshas-radar/) - Work falls from heights often result in serious injuries or death. Contact us with your questions.
- [East Peoria Skilled Nursing Facility Accused of Neglect](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/05/east-peoria-skilled-nursing-facility-accused-of-neglect/) - Contact us with your questions about nursing facility neglect
- [What is a Work Injury report?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/05/what-is-a-work-injury-report/) - File a work injury report as soon as possible after work accident. Make a copy for your records.
- [Work Comp Settlement Part 6](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/05/work-comp-settlement-part-6/) - If you have to change jobs because of your work injury, then the value of your case increases.
- [Illinois Veterans Home Needs More Oversight?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/05/illinois-veterans-home-needs-more-oversight/) - Terrible COVID outbreak at LaSalle Veterans home has Illinois legislature seeking answers.
- [Healthcare Workers Attacked](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/05/healthcare-workers-attacked/) - This is an OSHA violation and a Workers' Compensation claim also.
- [LaSalle Veterans Home Lawsuits Start](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/05/lasalle-veterans-home-lawsuits-start/) - The first of many lawsuits begin agains LaSalle Vet home for failure to protect residents against COVID outbreak
- [Work Comp Settlement Part 5](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/05/work-comp-settlement-part-5/) - The number and type of surgeries you have can increase the value of your Illinois Work Comp case.
- [What to do after an Auto Accident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/05/what-to-do-after-an-auto-accident/) - Contact a lawyer before the at-fault driver's insurance company calls you.
- [Rough Year for Nursing Home Deaths](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/05/rough-year-for-nursing-home-deaths/) - Get help here if your loved one has suffered nursing home abuse or neglect.
- [LaSalle Veterans Home Deaths](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/05/lasalle-veterans-home-deaths/) - Civil lawsuits may result in money damages.
- [Your Work Comp Settlement Part 4](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/your-work-comp-settlement-part-4/) - Another factor in determining Workers' Compensation settlement is the number of weeks you missed work.
- [Danger Ahead for Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/danger-ahead-for-nursing-homes/) - Staffing woes will result in more nursing home neglience.
- [Surprising Motor Vehicle Crash News in the Covid Era](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/surprising-motor-vehicle-crash-news-in-the-covid-era/) - Crashes down, but severity of accidents up
- [Injuries in the Workplace Video](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/injuries-in-the-workplace-video/) - Injured on the job? Contact your Illinois Work Comp Attorney.
- [Your Work Comp Settlement Part 3](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/your-work-comp-settlement-part-3/) - Length of medical treatment is part of the calculation in determining settlement value for your Illinois Work Comp case.
- [Covid and the Workplace](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/covid-and-the-workplace-2/) - Protect yourself. Covid can get anyone. Including Judges and the courts.
- [Covid and Nursing Home Neglect](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/covid-and-nursing-home-neglect/) - The question is whether Nursing Homes followed proper procedures in protecting its residents from Covid.
- [Covid and the Workplace](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/covid-and-the-workplace/) - Different ways of working has led to new ways of being injured. Get help from an Illinois Work Comp lawyer.
- [Your Work Comp Settlement Part 2](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/your-work-comp-settlement-part-2/) - Illinois law looks at several factors in determining the value of your settlement or award for a work injury. It includes the type of injury your suffered.
- [Injured on the Job? Watch out for Video Stalkers!](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/injured-on-the-job-watch-out-for-video-stalkers/) - Keep your eyes open for strangers following you and video taping you at home after your work injury.
- [Nursing Home Staff and Vaccines](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/nursing-home-staff-and-vaccines/) - Nursing home staff vaccines are helping protect residents and visitors.
- [Serious Collision, Series Charges](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/serious-collision-series-charges/) - Impaired driving is serious business. Make sure to contact an attorney regarding potential civil damages for serious injuries or death.
- [Why Does my Wage matter in Work Comp?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/why-does-my-wage-matter-in-work-comp/) - Your wage matters in Work Comp cases because it used to figure the value of your settlement.
- [Nursing Home Options?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/nursing-home-options/) - Are there options for families other than nursing homes?
- [Worker Run over Leg Amputation Results](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/worker-run-over-leg-amputation-results/) - Safety violations result in horrible accident. Illinois Work Comp claim may result, OSHA fines, or Civil lawsuits.
- [Work Comp Claims Due to Covid](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/work-comp-claims-due-to-covid/) - Illinois allows for claims to be filed if you have contracted Covid from the work place.
- [Illinois Workers' Compensation in COVID times](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/04/illinois-workers-compensation-in-covid-times/) - Illinois Work Comp courts are just starting to reopen for trials in the last couple of months in 2021
- [Traffic Crashes in Covid Times](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/5321/) - Contact your local attorney if you have been injured in a traffic crash
- [Nursing Home Abuse Increases During Covid](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/nursing-home-abuse-increases-during-covid/) - No oversight means trouble for nursing home residents. What have you seen?
- [Long Haul Covid Symptoms](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/long-haul-covid-symptoms/) - Long haul covid symptoms are important for lllinois Work Comp and Social Security Disability
- [Illinois Work Injury Tips](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/illinois-work-injury-tips/) - Have to correct mindset to protect your rights when you are injured on the job.
- [Social Security Disability Maps](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/social-security-disability-maps/) - See SSDI and SSI rates throughout the United States by county
- [Workers going back to the Office?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/workers-going-back-to-the-office/) - Will work injuries increase when people return to the office?
- [Illinois Police Officer Injured in Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/illinois-police-officer-injured-in-crash/) - Illinois police officers are entitled to work comp benefits if injured on the job.
- [Work Comp Will Not Pay Me for My Injury What Do I Do?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/work-comp-will-not-pay-me-for-my-injury-what-do-i-do/) - You should be paid a settlement for your work injury. Call an Illinois Work Comp Attorney.
- [Nursing Home Horror Stories](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/nursing-home-horror-stories/) - Make sure that your loved one in nursing facilities are protected.
- [Undocumented Workers Killed on the Job](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/undocumented-workers-killed-on-the-job/) - Illinois Work Comp law provides benefits to undocumented workers.
- [Fatal Work Accident, Be Careful!](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/fatal-work-accidentbe-careful/) - Protect yourself and others on the job. Illinois law provides death benefits.
- [Know Your Illinois Work Injury Rights](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/know-your-illinois-work-injury-rights/) - Illinois Workers' Compensation law protects you while off work, when you need medical treatment, and when you are ready to return to work.
- [Unable to Work? Apply for Social Security Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/unable-to-work-apply-for-social-security-disability/) - Unable to work. Make sure to file for Social Security Disability. Get help from Illinois Social Security Disability Lawyer Dirk May
- [Protect Yourself from Amputations](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/protect-yourself-from-amputations/) - Be extra cautious near moving machinery. Illinois work comp benefits are some of the best in the country, but do no replace your arm, hand, leg, or life
- [Injured in Illinois? Hired out of Illinois? You can get Benefits Here!](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/injured-in-illinois-hired-out-of-illinois-you-can-get-benefits-here/) - Do not let the insurance company tell you where to file for Work Comp benefits. Illinois has some of the best work comp benefits in the country.
- [Covid Long Haulers and Social Security Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/covid-long-haulers-and-social-security-disability/) - People with long term Covid effects may have to file for Social Security Disability
- [No Reason to Wait to Apply for Social Security Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/no-reason-to-wait-to-apply-for-social-security-disability/) - Apply for SSD now. No reason to wait. It does not cost anything and you may lose benefits if you wait.
- [High Turnover of Nursing Home Staff ](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/03/high-turnover-of-nursing-home-staff/) - High staff turnover is not good for nursing home residents. Protect your loved ones.
- [Work Injury Not Covered?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/02/work-injury-not-covered/) - Denied because your accident is not covered by Illinois law? Think again and check with an Illinois Work Comp lawyer.
- [COVID Hits Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/02/covid-hits-nursing-homes/) - No one wants to die alone. Protect your loved ones.
- [SSI Applicants Face Big Problems ](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/02/ssi-applicants-face-big-problems/) - Very hard to get a SSI case started. See a Social Security Disability lawyer right away.
- [Coronavirus in McLean County Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/02/coronavirus-in-mclean-county-nursing-homes/) - Hope vaccine will cut nursing home deaths to zero
- [Get Paid Your Illinois Work Compensation](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/02/get-paid-your-illinois-work-compensation/) - When off work you are to be paid and when your medical treatment is over you are supposed to be paid a Work Injury settlement
- [Bring on the Vaccine- Nursing Home Relief](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/02/bring-on-the-vaccine-nursing-home-relief/) - Protect your loved ones in the nursing home
- [Work Comp Denied? Always Get a 2nd Opinion](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/02/work-comp-denied-always-get-a-2nd-opinion/) - Work Comp insurance saves a lot of money if they deny your claim. Make sure they follow the law. Get an unbiased opinion from an Illinois Work comp lawyer.
- [Watch for Winter Work Comp Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/02/watch-for-winter-work-comp-injuries/) - Watch for falls on the ice, over exertion, heart attacks, frost bite on the job.
- [Wages Are Important in Your Illinois Workers' Compensation Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/02/wages-are-important-in-your-illinois-workers-compensation-case/) - Wages determine the amount of your settlement and your off work pay
- [2 Deaths Lead to OSHA Fines](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/02/2-deaths-lead-to-osha-fines/) - Following safety rules is life and death issue.
- [Nursing Home Abuse 2021](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/02/nursing-home-abuse-2021/) - Nursing home abuse investigations needed to shine light on bad conditions
- [Pot Suspect Killed in chase and his estate sues](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/02/pot-suspect-killed-in-chase-and-his-estate-sues/) - Even criminal suspects may sue if law enforcement goes too far.
- [What Not to Do if Hurt at Work](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/02/what-not-to-do-if-hurt-at-work/) - Make sure to file an accident report. Go to the doctor immediately. Give an injury history.
- [Workers Die of Covid and Claims Denied](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/02/workers-die-of-covid-and-claims-denied/) - Do not give up if your claim is denied. Make sure to contact an Illinois Work Comp lawyer.
- [Nursing Home Workers Reluctant to get Vaccine](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/02/nursing-home-workers-reluctant-to-get-vaccine/) - Vaccines will be important to protecting healthcare workers and nursing home residents. Protect your loved ones in nursing facilities.
- [MetroLink Guard Killed](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/02/metrolink-guard-killed/) - Illinois work comp law provides death benefits to family members in most circumstances
- [Don't Let Work Comp Insurance Close Your Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/01/dont-let-work-comp-insurance-close-your-case/) - Don't let work comp insurance close your case without getting your settlement.
- [Work Injury Videos](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/01/work-injury-videos/) - Get some good background on Work Comp in different states. Just remember every state has a different law.
- [Bloomington Man bites Security Guard](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/01/bloomington-man-bites-security-guard/) - If you are injured on the job you are entitled to medical treatment, off work pay and settlement pay for the injury.
- [COVID and Long Term effects](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/01/covid-and-long-term-effects/) - COVID long term symptoms may be grounds for Social Security Disability if it keeps you from working full time
- [Not All Lawyers Get Paid Alike](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/01/not-all-lawyers-get-paid-alike/) - In Illinois, different types of lawyers get paid in different ways. Some lawyer are paid by the hour, or require upfront retainer fees. Illinois Workers' Compensation lawyers, Social Security Disability lawyers, and personal injury lawyers are paid at the end of the case based on a percentage of what amounts they recover for you. This
- [Nursing Home Patients Dying of Loneliness](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/01/nursing-home-patients-dying-of-loneliness/) - It is a horrible situation for nursing home residents. Cut off from family and friends and facing a pandemic.
- [Work at Home Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/01/work-at-home-injuries/) - It is a new world of work. Illinois law covers work at home injuries.
- [Boy suffers head injury in golf cart accident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/01/boy-suffers-head-injury-in-golf-cart-accident/) - Illinois law authorizes lawsuits for negligence and injuries that are the fault of others.
- [Illinois Workers' Compensation Update](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/01/illinois-workers-compensation-update/) - No hearings allowed but you can still file your work injury case and settle your case
- [OSHA Fines for Coronavirus Violations](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/01/osha-fines-for-coronavirus-violations/) - Coronavirus violations may result in work comp cases, negligence lawsuits and abuse and neglect and osha violations
- [Worker killed in loading dock accident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/01/worker-killed-in-loading-dock-accident/) - Illinois work comp law provides death benefits, off work pay, medical benefits, work injury settlement pay
- [Illinois VA Director resigns after Covid Outbreak](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/01/illinois-va-director-resigns-after-covid-outbreak/) - State and federal long care facilities under fire. May spread to private assisted and long term care facilities who fail to protect residents.
- [Your Privacy and Illinois Workers' Compensation Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/01/your-privacy-and-illinois-workers-compensation-case/) - Your filing information and settlement are public information. Parts of your medical information are private.
- [What Happens If Nursing Facility Staff Decline Vaccine?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/01/what-happens-if-nursing-facility-staff-decline-vaccine/) - Raises interesting question whether residents may sue nursing staff who decline vaccines and then infect them
- [Top 10 Workplace Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/01/top-10-workplace-injuries/) - Illinois law protects injured workers with off work pay, medical treatment, and settlement payment for the injury
- [Nursing Home Failure](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2021/01/nursing-home-failure/) - Protect your loved ones in nursing and assisted living facilities
- [Felony Charges against Bloomington Driver Who Hit Pedestrian ](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/12/felony-charges-against-bloomington-driver-who-hit-pedestrian/) - Hit and run accident could result in jail time and money damages.
- [Employers Can Make You get the Covid Vaccine](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/12/5205/) - Your employer can require you to get the Covid vaccine. Illinois law protects you if you contract Covid on the job.
- [Families Preparing to Sue in LaSalle Veterans' Home Covid Deaths](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/12/families-preparing-to-sue-in-lasalle-veterans-home-covid-deaths/) - Illinois law allows families to sue for nursing home deaths of loved ones
- [PPE Shortage for Healthcare Workers Continues](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/12/ppe-shortage-for-healthcare-workers-continues/) - If you are a healthcare worker in Illinois and have contracted Covid, contact an Illinois Work Comp lawyer and see if you are entitled to Work injury benefits.
- [Why Going to the Doctor Matters in Your Work Injury Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/12/why-going-to-the-doctor-matters-in-your-work-injury-case/) - Make sure to the doctor right away and tell them you were hurt at work
- [Nursing Homes Start Shots](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/12/nursing-homes-start-shots/) - make sure your loved ones are not being abused or neglected
- [Christmas Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/12/christmas-injuries/) - Be careful out there during Christmas season
- [How Fast Can I get Paid from Work Comp?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/12/how-fast-can-i-get-paid-from-work-comp/) - How does the Illinois work injury payment process work?
- [Police Chase results in lawsuit](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/12/police-chase-results-in-lawsuit/) - Even the police may be sued for damages if they cause a crash and it violates the law. Contact a lawyer to discuss.
- [Battery Plant Worker Dies on Job](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/12/battery-plant-worker-dies-on-job/) - Illinois Work Comp law pays benefits for death and injuries
- [Firing in Illinois VA Home Fiasco](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/12/firing-in-illinois-va-home-fiasco/) - VA administrator fired for covid outbreak that killed residents and endangered staff
- [Is the Workers' Compensation Insurance Company Taking Advantage of You?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/12/is-the-workers-compensation-insurance-company-taking-advantage-of-you/) - Make sure to get all your Illinois Work Comp benefits
- [Veterans Home Under fire for Covid Outbreak](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/12/veterans-home-under-fire-for-covid-outbreak/) - Expect to see more investigations
- [Covid in State of Illinois Facilities](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/12/covid-in-state-of-illinois-facilities/) - Hard to protect nursing facility residents from Covid when you cannot get in to check on conditions.
- [Do You Know a Healthcare Worker with Covid?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/11/do-you-know-a-healthcare-worker-with-covid/) - Contact us if you know a healthcare worker with covid 19
- [Happy Thanksgiving!](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/11/happy-thanksgiving-13/) - No matter what may happen to us: Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise. Give thanks to Him, bless His name. Psalm 100: 4
- [Record Covid 19 Cases in Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/11/record-covid-19-cases-in-nursing-homes/) - Contact an Illinois lawyer if you contracted Covid on the job.
- [Nursing Home Workers on Strike in Illinois for Covid pay](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/11/nursing-home-workers-on-strike-in-illinois-for-covid-pay/) - Nursing home workers entitled to work comp pay in Illinois if they contract covid on the job.
- [Is Work Comp Treating Me Right?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/11/is-work-comp-treating-me-right/) - Make sure your bills are being paid, your off work pay is coming, your settlement is paid according to the Illinois Work Comp law.
- [Is Covid 19 a Workplace Injury?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/11/is-covid-19-a-workplace-injury/) - If you have contracted Covid 19 and believe it is related to a workplace exposure contact a lawyer right away to discuss how Illinois law may apply to you.
- [Scout Leader Gets Life for Sex Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/11/scout-leader-gets-life-for-sex-abuse/) - Sex abusers may be sued for money damages.
- [Crane Accident Results in Debris Falling](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/11/crane-accident-results-in-debris-falling/) - Take appropriate safety measures to protect yourself, coworkers and the public
- [Top Illinois Work Comp Tip](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/11/top-illinois-work-comp-tip/) - Make sure to file an accident report immediately even if you are not sure you are permanently injured
- [Veteran Dies of Neglect ](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/11/veteran-dies-of-neglect/) - Many pressures on staff and nursing home residents. Protect your loved ones. See a lawyer to find out what to do.
- [Working at Nursing Homes in Covid Times](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/11/working-at-nursing-homes-in-covid-times/) - High exposure to Covid 19 for nursing home workers. Contact us to get help.
- [Work Safety Inspection Ends in Death](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/11/work-safety-inspection-ends-in-death/) - Illinois work comp covers death, serious injuries, fractures, surgeries and more.
- [Illinois Workers' Compensation Facts in Covid Times](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/11/illinois-workers-compensation-facts-in-covid-times/) - IL work comp cases continue in covid times. Trial are hard to get, but you can still file, get your cases ready, and settle your cases.
- [Nontraditional Nursing Homes Beat Covid](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/11/nontraditional-nursing-homes-beat-covid/) - Contact us if you think your loved one has been abused or neglected in a nursing home.
- [Workplace Injuries Happen When You Least Expect It](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/11/workplace-injuries-happen-when-you-least-expect-it/) - Questions about your work injury? Contact us.
- [Fatal Traffic Accidents and Lawsuits](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/11/fatal-traffic-accidents-and-lawsuits/) - Get help from an Illinois lawyer for serious accidents
- [Your Boss Said What about Your Work Injury?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/10/your-boss-said-what-about-your-work-injury/) - You should not have to use your own insurance to pay for a work injury
- [Nursing Homes Under report Bedsores](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/10/nursing-homes-under-report-bedsores/) - Keep updated regarding your loved ones nursing home.
- [Nurses at High Risk for Covid](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/10/nurses-at-high-risk-for-covid/) - Health care workers can get Illinois Work Comp benefits if they have Covid 19
- [Drop in Nursing Home Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/10/drop-in-nursing-home-abuse/) - Get help from a lawyer if you think your loved one is subject to nursing home abuse or neglect
- [What if they will not Allow My Work Comp Treatment?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/10/what-if-they-will-not-allow-my-work-comp-treatment/) - Call us right away if you cannot get your Work Comp medical treatment
- [5 Examples of Nursing Home Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/10/5-examples-of-nursing-home-abuse/) - Contact us to discuss nursing home abuse
- [What if You do not like Work Comp's Offer?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/10/what-if-you-do-not-like-work-comps-offer/) - You have to back up your counter demand with the willingness to take your case to trial. This will help you get a fair offer.
- [You Know It is Bad When...](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/10/you-know-it-is-bad-when/) - Covid is decimating nursing home staff and residents
- [Illinois Woman charged with faking Illness](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/10/illinois-women-charged-with-faking-illness/) - Gives those who legitimately file for Social Security Disability a bad wrap.
- [Covid Testing and Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/10/covid-testing-and-nursing-homes/) - Residents and nursing home residents face high risk of contracting Covid 19
- [Work Comp will not Authorize Your Treatment?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/10/work-comp-will-not-authorize-your-treatment/) - Call a lawyer immediately if the insurance company denies you medical treatment
- [Physical Workers and Social Security Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/10/physical-workers-and-social-security-disability/) - Get help to get the Social Security Disability you deserve
- [Woman Dies During Motorcyle Safety Course](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/10/woman-dies-during-motorcyle-safety-course/) - Family must prove instructor or program did follow safety guidelines
- [Woman Killed in Starbucks](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/10/woman-killed-in-starbucks/) - Man crashes into Starbucks and kills woman. Lawsuit for death benefits.
- [When to get Your Illinois Work Comp Settlement](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/10/when-to-get-your-illinois-work-comp-settlement/) - You should get your settlement for your work injury after you have completed your medical treatment. Do no forget it. See an Illinois Work Comp lawyer immediately.
- [Man killed by chair at concert](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/09/man-killed-by-chair-at-concert/) - Must prove how accident happened and negligence was involved.
- [Covid 19 Tests and Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/09/covid-19-tests-and-nursing-homes/) - Make sure your loved ones nursing home is testing staff and residents
- [Coronavirus Decimates Nursing Home Staffing](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/09/coronavirus-decimates-nursing-home-staffing/) - The cause of many nursing home neglect cases is not enough staff
- [Injured! What Should I Do?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/09/injured-what-should-i-do/) - Report all injuries, Go to doctor immediately, Follow all treatment recommendations. Do not give any statements to the insurance company.
- [10 Most Common Workplace Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/09/10-most-common-workplace-injuries/) - If injured at work, Illinois law provides benefits for you.
- [Low Pay, High Risk: Nursing Home Workers and Covid 19](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/09/low-pay-high-risk-nursing-home-workers-and-covid-19/) - No social distancing on this job. You can get Work Comp benefits if you contract Covid 19.
- [How Do They Decide My Work Comp Settlement?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/09/how-do-they-decide-my-work-comp-settlement/) - Illinois work comp settlements are based on your wages, the type of injury, and your permanent restrictions
- [Fatal Construction Accident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/09/fatal-construction-accident/) - Illinois work comp law covers death benefits, injury settlements, and surgery bills
- [Illinois Nursing Home fined in Fatal Fall Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/09/illinois-nursing-home-fined-in-fatal-fall-case/) - Contact a lawyer if you believe your loved one has been abused or neglected in nursing home
- [Get Your Illinois Workers' Compensation Settlement](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/09/get-your-illinois-workers-compensation-settlement/) - Make sure you get your settlement money from your work injury
- [Nursing Home House of Horrors](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/09/nursing-home-house-of-horrors/) - Frightening. Make sure to protect your loved ones against abuse and neglect
- [Man Killed in Mowing Accident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/09/man-killed-in-mowing-accident/) - OSHA and Illinois Work Comp laws are in place to protect workers.
- [Important Tips for the Injured](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/09/important-tips-for-the-injured/) - Remember to tell your doctor about your limitations from your injuries and conditions
- [Tips for Stopping Covid 19 Nursing Home Spread](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/09/tips-for-stopping-covid-19-nursing-home-spread/) - Tips to stop nursing facility and home spread of Covid 19
- [Fatal Fall Results in Lawsuit against 3M](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/09/fatal-fall-results-in-lawsuit-against-3m/) - There can be 2 types of lawsuit from one injury. Work Comp claim and products liability lawsuit.
- [Illinois Long Term Care Facilities and Covid 19 Outbreaks](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/08/long-term-care-facilities-and-covid-19-outbreaks/) - Illinois long term care facilities and covid numbers and deaths
- [Know the Value of Your Work Comp Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/08/know-the-value-of-your-work-comp-case/) - Do not over value or under value your work comp case. Either way you will suffer. Get the right information to know when to settle.
- [Illinois Man Dies after Work Accident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/08/illinois-man-dies-after-work-accident/) - Illinois law provides benefits for death and injuries. OSHA fine may also result
- [Family sues University for Football player's Death](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/08/5065/) - http://wrex.com/2020/08/25/family-of-late-new-mexico-lineman-sues-former-coach-school/ Click above to read. The law protects certain people against negligent actions. That would include students, employees, and customers among others. The injured party must prove that the a duty is of protection is owed and that there is some type of damage. Such as death, bodily injuries or mental anguish.
- [Covid 19 Study of Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/08/covid-19-study-of-nursing-homes/) - Covid 19 rates correlate with infection controls. The better the facility the lower Covid 19 rates
- [Don't Forget to Ask Your Doctor for an Off Work Slip](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/08/dont-forget-to-ask-your-doctor-for-an-off-work-slip/) - Too get paid you will need an off work note from your doctor
- [Nursing Home Employee Throws Drink in Resident's Face](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/08/nursing-home-employee-throws-drink-in-residents-face/) - Brutal to throw hot drink on resident. Protect your loved ones in nursing facility. Call an Illinois lawyer
- [2 Men Killed in Drilling Accident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/08/2-men-killed-in-drilling-accident/) - Contact an Illinois Work Comp lawyer if you are hurt on the job
- [McLean County Nursing Home Employees Test Positive for Covid 19](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/08/mclean-county-nursing-home-employees-test-positive-for-covid-19/) - Contact an Illinois Work Comp attorney if you have covid 19
- [Lost your Job because of a Work Injury?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/08/lost-your-job-because-of-a-work-injury/) - If you can no longer work your former job because of a work injury you must look for a new job and the insurance company has to pay two thirds of salary difference
- [Rental Truck rear-ends School Bus Resulting in 1 Death](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/08/rental-truck-rear-ends-school-bus-resulting-in-1-death/) - At fault drivers must pay money damages
- [Businesses Want Virus Legal Protections](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/08/businesses-want-virus-legal-protections/) - You cannot waive your Illinois Work Comp rights
- [You Do Not Have to Give a Statement in Your Work Injury Case!](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/08/you-do-not-have-to-give-a-statement-in-your-work-injury-case/) - You can recover a work injury settlement without giving a statement
- [In Illinois if You are Hurt on the Job You are Entitled to Benefits](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/08/in-illinois-if-you-are-hurt-on-the-job-you-are-entitled-to-benefits/) - In Illinois you get benefits if you are injured on the job
- [Some States Now Allowing Nursing Home Visits](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/08/some-states-now-allowing-nursing-home-visits/) - Great relief for staff and residents alike. Make sure your loved ones are protected in a nursing facility.
- [Work Injury Video](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/08/work-injury-video/) - Illinois work comp injury will result in settlement and payment of medical bills
- [Do Not Wait Too Long for Your Illinois Work Comp Settlement](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/do-not-wait-too-long-for-your-illinois-work-comp-settlement/) - You can wait too long to get your Illinois Work Comp settlement. 3 years is the time limit. But you should get it much sooner
- [Keep Safe Around Cranes to Avoid Work Comp Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/keep-safe-around-cranes-to-avoid-work-comp-injuries/) - Makes sure to follow safety rules to protect yourself and other workers
- [Coronavirus deaths undercounted in Nursing Homes?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/coronavirus-deaths-undercounted-in-nursing-homes/) - Very scary thought. Protect your loved ones in nursing homes
- [SSI: A Crazy System](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/ssi-a-crazy-system/) - Very complicated to get disability and stay on it. Call us at 309-827-4371 for help.
- [Would You Do This?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/would-you-do-this/) - Make sure not to leave without the money you are owed. You need help to get your work comp money.
- [Construction Platform Causes Death](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/construction-platform-causes-death/) - Illinois law provides death and injury benefits
- [Workplace Accident Videos](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/workplace-accident-videos/) - Be careful out there. Make sure that you get your settlement when you are injured on the job.
- [More than 40% Coronavirus Deaths Linked to Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/more-than-40-coronavirus-deaths-linked-to-nursing-homes/) - Covid 19 is a death sentence for nursing home residents
- [Your Workers' Compensation Settlement](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/your-workers-compensation-settlement/) - Three areas to examine. Medical bills, off work pay, final settlement payment for your work injury.
- [New Nursing Home Outbreaks](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/new-nursing-home-outbreaks/) - Do not let your guard down. Nursing Homes are big spreaders of covid 19.
- [Nursing Home Aide Beats Resident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/nursing-home-aide-beats-resident/) - Nursing home should pay damages for this. Aide is going to jail.
- [Truck Tire Causes Auto Accident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/truck-tire-causes-auto-accident/) - Truckers are responsible for safety of their vehicles. Injured drivers may sue for damages.
- [Worker Dies in Tire Plant Accident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/worker-dies-in-tire-plant-accident/) - Illinois work comp laws protect workers and their families
- [Different Lawyers Do Different Things and Cost Different Amounts](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/different-lawyers-do-different-things-and-cost-different-amounts/) - Work injury lawyers and personal injury lawyers do not charge any upfront fees. Neither do Social Security Disability lawyers.
- [Nursing Homes Cited for Infection Control Problems](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/nursing-homes-cited-for-infection-control-problems/) - Make sure to keep an eye on your loved one's nursing facility
- [Covid 19 and Nursing Home Workers](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/covid-19-and-nursing-home-workers/) - Nursing homes have had a large number of cases and deaths. Protect your loved ones.
- [Happy 4th of July](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/happy-4th-of-july-3/) - Be careful out there
- [Covid 19 Testing in Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/07/covid-19-testing-in-nursing-homes/) - Is your loved one's nursing home testing residents and employees
- [Workers killed on Colorado pipe job](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/workers-killed-on-colorado-pipe-job/) - Illinois work comp law protects workers and their families
- [Shootings and Workers' Compensation](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/shootings-and-workers-compensation/) - Sad reality. Illinois law provides for death benefits and some PTSD benefits.
- [Avoid a Work Injury Mistake](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/avoid-a-work-injury-mistake/) - Get expert help so you do not make a costly mistake in your work injury case
- [Truck Driver Killed Near Normal](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/truck-driver-killed-near-normal/) - Truck driver's family may sue at fault driver and may get work comp benefits
- [Federal Investigation of Covid 19 related Death](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/federal-investigation-of-covid-19-related-death/) - Report all work related injuries and accidents.
- [Housekeepers and Returning to Work Safely](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/housekeepers-and-returning-to-work-safely/) - Tips and thoughts on returning to work safely.
- [What to do If You do not get your Work Injury Medical Treatment](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/what-to-do-if-you-do-not-get-your-work-injury-medical-treatment/) - Call a lawyer right away to get your medical treatment started
- [U.S. Department of Labor Cites South Dakota Bull Stud Facility After Employee Asphyxiated While Handling Liquid Nitrogen](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/u-s-department-of-labor-cites-south-dakota-bull-stud-facility-after-employee-asphyxiated-while-handling-liquid-nitrogen/) - Be safe and protect one another in the work place.
- [1 in 5 Worker Deaths in Construction](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/1-in-5-worker-deaths-in-construction/) - Illinois work comp law protects union workers and provides off work pay, medical treatment, and settlement money
- [Testing Nursing Home Workers Can Help Stop Coronavirus](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/testing-nursing-home-workers-can-help-stop-coronavirus/) - Do what they can to protect nursing facility residents.
- [Biggest Workers' Compensation Mistakes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/biggest-workers-compensation-mistakes/) - Report your accident as soon as you can. Get your settlement.
- [Worker Dies in Raisin Processing Accident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/worker-dies-in-raisin-processing-accident/) - Illinois law provides for death benefits in work injuries. Contact us to see how it applies to your situation.
- [Nursing Home Laws Hurt Residents](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/nursing-home-laws-do-not-protect-residents/) - http://washingtonpost.com/business/2020/06/08/nursing-home-immunity-laws/ Click above to read. Shocking that lobbyists protect the wealthy nursing home owners. Get a lawyer to protect your loved ones.
- [Covid 19 and Nursing Home Seige](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/covid-19-and-nursing-home-seige/) - protect your loved ones in nursing homes
- [Attorney Fees for Work Injuries, Injury cases, and Social Security Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/attorney-fees-for-work-injuries-injury-cases-and-social-security-disability/) - Know that you do not have to pay up front attorney fees in injury and social security disability cases
- [Covid 19 Deaths in Illinois Nursing Homes over 2700](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/covid-19-deaths-in-illinois-nursing-homes-over-2700/) - Protect your loved ones in nursing homes
- [Illinois Courts to resume operations](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/illinois-courts-to-resume-operations/) - State court reopening. Illinois Work Comp reopening. Social Security disability hearings have continued throughout via telephone.
- [Injured on job during riot?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/06/injured-on-job-during-riot/) - Injured at work. Covid 19, back injury, injured by rioter? Call a lawyer right away to protect your rights and get a settlement.
- [Injured at Work during Covid 19? Do not panic](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/05/injured-at-work-during-covid-19-do-not-panic/) - Protect your work injury rights. See a lawyer to get paid the correct amount of work comp.
- [Minneapolis Officers fired](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/05/minneapolis-officers-fired/) - No justification for this. Firing, wrongful death damages, jail time will not bring Mr. Floyd back.
- [Protecting Nursing Homes from Coronavirus](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/05/protecting-nursing-homes-from-coronavirus/) - Encourage better approach to avoid infections and covid 19 in nursing facilities
- [What is open in the Illinois Legal Landscape](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/05/what-is-open-in-the-illinois-legal-landscape/) - Social Security hearings are going on. Work Comp hearings set to start in June. Settlements still can be approved.
- [Free Illinois Workers' Compensation Book](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/05/free-illinois-workers-compensation-book/) - Get your free Illinois Work Comp book. Explains about Illinois law and how to protect your rights.
- [Delivery Driver Strikes Woman](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/05/delivery-driver-strikes-woman/) - Hit someone with your car intentionally and face criminal charges and lawsuit for money damages
- [Coronavirus Hitting Nursing Homes Hard](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/05/coronavirus-hitting-nursing-homes-hard/) - Join Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/72455460283?pwd=bFlxNllCL0NlWlk3TEFKV0Z6dDA0Zz09 Meeting ID: 724 5546 0283 Password: 5VBW5c Nursing home residents, staff, and families are all facing difficult times. Make sure to contact us if you are having problems at a nursing facility.
- [Covid 19 and the Workplace](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/05/covid-19-and-the-workplace/) - Covid 19 workplace injury can result in long term injuries
- [Kidney Failure and Coronavirus](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/05/kidney-failure-and-coronavirus/) - permanent conditions that may result from Coronavirus is kidney damage and the need for dialysis. Options may include Social Security Disability or Work Comp.
- [All Nursing Home Staff and Residents to be Tested](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/05/all-nursing-home-staff-and-residents-to-be-tested/) - White House calls for all nursing home staff and residents to be tested.
- [Coronavirus outbreak at Rantoul Plant](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/05/coronavirus-outbreak-at-rantoul-plant/) - Meat processing plants are hot spots for coronavirus. Illinois law allows filings for work comp benefits if you get virus on the job.
- [Watch for Work Comp Insurance Deception](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/05/watch-for-work-comp-insurance-deception/) - Make sure to get all your money from your work comp injury
- [Devastation of Coronavirus](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/05/devastation-of-coronavirus/) - Contact us if you have permanent restrictions from covid 19
- [Covid 19 in the Work Place](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/05/covid-19-in-the-work-place/) - Illinois law provides for work comp benefits if you get the coronavirus while at work
- [Dump Truck Kills Woman in Auburn](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/05/dump-truck-kills-woman-in-auburn/) - Money never brings a person back to life. However, the law does provide money damages for negligent acts that end in injury and death.
- [Illinois Work Comp Settlements still being Paid](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/illinois-work-comp-settlements-still-being-paid/) - Insurance companies are still paying Illinois Workers' Compensation settlements.
- [7 total deaths at Springfield area Long Term Care Facility](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/7-total-deaths-at-springfield-area-long-term-care-facility/) - This is one of the largest totals for downstate Illinois nursing facilities
- [Nursing Homes have high percentage of COVID 19 deaths in Illinois](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/nursing-homes-have-high-percentage-of-covid-19-deaths-in-illinois/) - High infection and death rate is not surprising given the residents pre-existing problems. Staff is also exposed with limited protective gear.
- [Illinois Work Comp Covid 19 rule Withdrawn](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/illinois-work-comp-covid-19-rule-withdrawn/) - Illinois Work Comp Commission withdraws Covid 19 rule. Working on new rule and possible legislation.
- [Illinois Work Comp Court Reopens in May](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/illinois-work-comp-court-reopens-in-may/) - Illinois Workers' Compensation Court set to reopen in limited fashion in May
- [Business Groups Challenge Covid 19 Work Comp Rule](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/business-groups-challenge-covid-19-work-comp-rule/) - Insurance companies do not want to pay essential workers Illinois Workers' Compensation benefits for Covid 19 illness. Contact us to discuss
- [Covid 19 Costs Blast Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/covid-19-costs-blast-nursing-homes/) - Problems abound for Nursing Homes in the middle of pandemic and the aftermath. Residents and their families will continue to suffer.
- [Death in Nursing Home and family in the dark](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/death-in-nursing-home-and-family-in-the-dark/) - Nursing homes at epicenter of coronavirus
- [Injured at Work! What to do?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/injured-at-work-what-to-do/) - Illinois Work Comp still settling cases and filing cases.
- [Illinois Business Groups Attack New Covid 19 Rule](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/illinois-business-groups-attack-new-covid-19-rule/) - Emergency rule establishing presumption that Covid 19 results from job is attacked
- [Illinois Passes Emergency Rule to Cover Front Line Workers in Covid 19 Pandemic](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/illinois-passes-emergency-rule-to-cover-front-line-workers-in-covid-19-pandemic/) - Front line workers presumed to be covered if they get covid 19
- [Coronavirus in at least 2,300 Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/coronavirus-in-at-least-2300-nursing-homes/) - http://usatoday.com/story/news/2020/04/13/coronavirus-nursing-homes-2-300-facilities-report-positive-cases/2978662001/ Click above to read. Article goes onto speculate that probably many more facilities have the virus. Not surprising, considering that workers going back and forth from home to work are exposed to a large number of people.
- [Nursing Homes Want Immunity from Coronavirus lawsuits](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/nursing-homes-want-immunity-from-coronavirus-lawsuits/) - nursing homes and coronavirus lawsuits
- [Now what do I do if I am injured or disabled](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/now-what-do-i-do-if-i-am-injured-or-disabled/) - You may still file disability and work injury claims. Call our office to discuss.
- [Entire Nursing Home has Coronavirus?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/entire-nursing-home-has-coronavirus/) - contact a lawyer if you think your loved one has been abused or neglected while in a nursing facility
- [Strike Teams Mobilizing for Nursing Homes and Covid 19](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/strike-teams-mobilizing-for-nursing-homes-and-covid-19/) - Maryland is first state to take strike team approach to covid 19
- [Coronavirus spreading rapidly in Nursing Facilities](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/coronavirus-spreading-rapidly-in-nursing-facilities/) - Covid 19 spreading rapidly in nursing facilities across nation. They all should be on lock down.
- [Our Law Office is Open](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/our-law-office-is-open/) - We are still filing injury and disability claims via the internet, email and mail
- [Nursing Homes Overwhelmed by Coronavirus](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/04/nursing-homes-overwhelmed-by-coronavirus/) - Nursing homes do not have protective equipment. No place for the residents to go. They would be at home if possible.
- [Coronavirus races through Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/coronavirus-races-through-nursing-homes/) - Nursing homes hot spots for coronavirus.
- [Social Security still holding Disability Hearings](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/social-security-still-holding-disability-hearings/) - Social Security is still holding disability hearings to determine whether a person is entitled to benefits.
- [Nursing Homes hit hard with Coronavirus](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/nursing-homes-hit-hard-with-coronavirus/) - Fear, disease and isolation devastates residents
- [Aides Charged in Nursing Home Sex Abuse Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/aides-charged-in-nursing-home-sex-abuse-case/) - What is going on with nursing home sex abuse. Protect your loved ones.
- [Coronavirus and Healthcare workers](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/coronavirus-and-healthcare-workers/) - In Illinois if you are a health care worker who becomes infected with coronavirus you are entitled to Workers' Compensation benefits.
- [Coronavirus and Illinois Workers' Compensation and Social Security Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/coronavirus-and-illinois-workers-compensation-and-social-security-disability/) - What is happening with Illinois Work Comp cases, Social Security Disability cases in light of the coronavirus pandemic
- [Failed to Seek Immediate treatment for Work Injury?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/failed-to-seek-immediate-treatment-for-work-injury/) - why risk it? Go to doctor right away and tell everyone it is a work injury.
- [22 Coronavirus Cases at Illinois Nursing Home](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/22-coronavirus-cases-at-illinois-nursing-home/) - Make sure your loved ones nursing facility is on lock down.
- [Nursing Homes and Coronavirus](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/nursing-homes-and-coronavirus/) - Nursing homes are on lock down. Is it too late?
- [Coronavirus and Illinois Work Comp](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/coronavirus-and-illinois-work-comp/) - Coronavirus may result in a compensable claim. Medical treatment, off work pay and potential settlement or award
- [Nursing Home visitors banned](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/nursing-home-visitors-banned/) - Nursing homes using extreme caution to protect residents is good.
- [Coronavirus Big Threat to Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/coronavirus-big-threat-to-nursing-homes/) - Make sure your loved one's nursing home is on top of the coronavirus epidemic
- [Watch out for diabetes problems in Nursing Home setting](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/watch-out-for-diabetes-problems-in-nursing-home-setting/) - Make sure to watch for loved ones with diabetes confined to nursing facility setting. It is a dangerous disease that may result in serious problems or even death
- [Injured on the Job? What to do next.](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/injured-on-the-job-what-to-do-next/) - Report all work injuries right away to protect yourself and your case
- [Hurt at Work. Now What?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/hurt-at-work-now-what/) - Contact us to discuss Illinois work comp law if you are injured on the job.
- [Police arrest nursing home employee for sexual battery, elder abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/police-arrest-nursing-home-employee-for-sexual-battery-elder-abuse/) - Victims may sue nursing homes for abuse and neglect
- [Coronavirus and Workers' Compensation](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/03/coronavirus-and-workers-compensation/) - Illinois will allow for recovery for healthcare workers who contract coronavirus on the job
- [Why Doesn't Work Comp Talk to Me?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/02/why-doesnt-work-comp-talk-to-me/) - get an Illinois work comp lawyer to help get your money
- [Iowa Nursing Home cited for death and sex abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/02/iowa-nursing-home-cited-for-death-and-sex-abuse/) - Protect your loved ones from nursing home abuse
- [Peoria Nursing Home Fined for Rape](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/02/peoria-nursing-home-fined-for-rape/) - Contact us to discuss nursing facility abuse
- [ Worker Dies at Amazon Site](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/02/worker-dies-at-amazon-site/) - Construction sites are extremely dangerous. Illinois law provides death benefits in some situations. Contact us to discuss.
- [Work Injury resulting in High Wage Loss?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/02/work-injury-resulting-in-high-wage-loss/) - Make sure that you are paid the correct amount of work comp if you suffer high wage loss
- [Pension Offset based on Work Comp Settlements?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/02/pension-offset-based-on-work-comp-settlements/) - Crazy. Illinois law allows you to get settlement for work injury. Company wants to take it back at the end.
- [New Report on U of I Law Professor Harassment](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/02/new-report-on-u-of-i-law-professor-harassment/) - Pattern of sexual harassment. Exists in every profession.
- [Nursing Home Worker charged with abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/02/nursing-home-worker-charged-with-abuse/) - Nursing home are to protect, no abuse residents. Make sure to investigate all injuries.
- [Injured Union Workers' Rights](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/02/injured-union-workers-rights/) - Injured union workers have rights too
- [Illinois Man buried in corn, dies inside grain bin](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/02/illinois-man-buried-in-corn-dies-inside-grain-bin/) - Make sure to consult with an Illinois Work Comp attorney to find if the family is entitled to death benefits.
- [Bill would require coroner notification in Nursing Home deaths](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/02/bill-would-require-coroner-notification-in-nursing-home-deaths/) - Great idea to let everyone know what really caused nursing home death
- [Research Tool for Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/02/research-tool-for-nursing-homes/) - Federal government research tool for nursing home quality.
- [Injured Union Workers Deserve a Settlement Also](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/02/injured-union-workers-deserve-a-settlement-also/) - If you are injured on the job in Illinois you are entitled to a settlement
- [Nursing Home Abuse Getting Worse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/02/nursing-home-abuse-getting-worse/) - Protect your loved ones and contact a lawyer if you suspect abuse and neglect in a nursing facility.
- [Inmate Dies from Stroke](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/02/inmate-dies-from-stroke/) - Lawyers will look into reason for medical treatment delay. Civil money damages for wrongful death.
- [IDPH fines Springfield, IL nursing homes for care violations](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/02/idph-fines-springfield-il-nursing-homes-for-care-violations/) - Contact us if you believe your family member has suffered nursing home abuse or neglect.
- [Injured Union Workers Do Not listen to Bad Advice](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/injured-union-workers-do-not-listen-to-bad-advice/) - Do not let others tell you to not report your work injury. Big mistake. Protect your work injury case. What is at stake, Medical benefits. Off work pay. Money.
- [Illinois Work Comp Settlement Protected against Creditors](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/illinois-work-comp-settlement-protected-against-creditors/) - Illinois Supreme Court rules comp settlement protected against creditors in certain situations
- [Nursing Home Aide Violently Grabs Resident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/nursing-home-aide-violently-grabs-resident/) - Nursing facilities are responsible for the acts of its employees.
- [Rivian invests $29.4 Million in Normal plant](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/rivian-invests-29-4-million-in-normal-plant/) - make sure to contact Illinois Work Comp attorney if you are injured on the job
- [Union Workers get your Work Comp Contracts reviewed before you Settle](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/union-workers-get-your-work-comp-contracts-reviewed-before-you-settle/) - Make sure you are not signing away valuable rights when you settle your union work comp case
- [Fatal Work Injuries in Illinois](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/fatal-work-injuries-in-illinois/) - Illinois law provides for death benefits in certain cases.
- [High Number of Nursing Home Abuse Allegations](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/high-number-of-nursing-home-abuse-allegations/) - Most likely other states also have high nursing home abuse allegations
- [St Louis Churches pay down Medical Debt](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/st-louis-churches-pay-down-medical-debt/) - Medical bills are a big deal for those who have been injured at work or who face social security disability.
- [Injured Union Workers Do Not Forget your Settlement](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/injured-union-workers-do-not-forget-your-settlement/) - If you are injured on the job in Illinois you are entitled to a settlement
- [Every 7 Seconds a Worker is Injured on the Job](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/every-7-seconds-a-worker-is-injured-on-the-job/) - contact an Illinois Work Injury lawyer if you are hurt on the job.
- [Nursing Home Aides Caught Abusing Patient on Camera](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/nursing-home-aides-caught-abusing-patient-on-camera/) - Nursing home aides even put on notice that camera was recording them
- [Man Dies from Industrial Accident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/man-dies-from-industrial-accident/) - Illinois law provides for death benefits in certain cases. Contact an Illinois Work Comp lawyer to discuss.
- [Extra Protections for Injured Illinois First Responders](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/extra-protections-for-injured-illinois-first-responders/) - extra benefits for injured fire and police include 100 percent pay and presumptions of coverages for certain chemical exposures for firefighters, EMTs and paramedics
- [Family of stuntman recovers in death lawsuit](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/family-of-stuntman-recovers-in-death-lawsuit/) - In Illinois, you may be able to sue for negligence and work comp. Make sure to talk with an Illinois Work Comp lawyer.
- [Nursing Home Abuse Caught on Video](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/nursing-home-abuse-caught-on-video-2/) - Illinois law allows cameras in nursing facilities. Contact a lawyer with nursing home abuse questions.
- [Mushroom Grower fined after brutal injury](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/mushroom-grower-fined-after-brutal-injury/) - Injuries in Illinois may result in OSHA fines and payment of off work pay, reimbursement for medical bills, and settlement for work injuries
- [New Year Work Injury Resolutions](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2020/01/new-year-work-injury-resolutions/) - makes these work injury resolutions part of your new year
- [Merry Christmas!](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/12/merry-christmas-11/) - memories at this time of year. The greatest gift of all is God with us.
- [Why Union Workers are denied Work Comp pay](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/12/why-union-workers-are-denied-work-comp-pay/) - union workers are denied if they fail to report their injuries, delay in seeing a doctor, forget to tell the doctor it happened at work
- [Firefighters, Police, Public Safety Workers need more Workers' Compensation Protections](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/12/firefighters-police-public-safety-workers-need-more-workers-compensation-protections/) - Firefighters, police and public safety workers should contact a work comp lawyer right away if injured
- [Former worker at school for Disabled charged with sexual assault](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/12/former-worker-at-school-for-disabled-charged-with-sexual-assault/) - A person can be charged with criminal offenses and for money damages in a separate lawsuit.
- [Nursing Home violations](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/12/nursing-home-violations/) - Look for these nursing home violations and contact a lawyer to investigate
- [Union Workers and Back Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/12/union-workers-and-back-injuries/) - Many union workers suffer on the job back injuries. These injuries often result in large settlements.
- [Bowling injury Considered Work Comp Injury](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/12/bowling-injury-considered-work-comp-injury/) - Make sure to contact a lawyer if you have any questions about your Illinois work injury
- [Check out this Nursing Home Comparison Tool](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/12/check-out-this-nursing-home-comparison-tool/) - Protect your loved ones. Find out what nursing home abuse is out there.
- [Nursing Home Abuse Caught on Video](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/12/nursing-home-abuse-caught-on-video/) - Protect your loved ones. Be on the alert for nursing home abuse.
- [Illinois Union Work Injury Cases](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/12/illinois-union-work-injury-cases/) - Union work injury cases in Illinois are unique because they are usually worth more money
- [Nursing Home aide slaps 90 year old](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/12/nursing-home-aide-slaps-90-year-old/) - Make sure to contact a lawyer to address suspected nursing home abuse and neglect
- [Illinois Provides Death Benefits for Work Place Accidents](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/12/illinois-provides-death-benefits-for-work-place-accidents/) - In many cases Illinois law provides death benefits for on the job accidents
- [Elder Mistreatment Common in Long Term Care Facilities](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/12/elder-mistreatment-common-in-long-term-care-facilities/) - Journal article claims nursing home abuse is common
- [Happy Thanksgiving](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/11/happy-thanksgiving-12/) - When it is dark and troubles rain down, may God open our eyes to see reasons for giving thanks.
- [Amazon Warehouse Injuries Mount](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/11/amazon-warehouse-injuries-mount/) - Shocking revelations in Atlantic article. Work place safety compromised.
- [Is there anything to be Thankful for when injured at Work](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/11/is-there-anything-to-be-thankful-for-when-injured-at-work/) - Illinois Work benefits are high. They pay medical bills, off work pay and an injury settlement
- [Background Checks proposed to protect Nursing Facility patients](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/11/background-checks-proposed-to-protect-nursing-facility-patients/) - protect your loved ones from nursing home abuse.
- [Illinois Nursing Home Violation Report](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/11/illinois-nursing-home-violation-report/) - Report nursing facility violations to your lawyer.
- [Illinois had one of highest rates of Nursing Home abuse ](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/11/illinois-had-one-of-highest-rates-of-nursing-home-abuse/) - Keep your eyes open and report nursing home abuse
- [When to Get a Work Injury Lawyer](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/11/when-to-get-a-work-injury-lawyer/) - If any of these happen: no pay, no settlement, unpaid medical bills
- [Nursing Home worker charged with photographer dead patients](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/11/nursing-home-worker-charged-with-photographer-dead-patients/) - Nursing homes are supposed to protect not exploit
- [Look for Nursing Home Warning Sign on Government Website](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/11/look-for-nursing-home-warning-sign-on-government-website/) - Check out government warning sign for troubled nursing homes
- [Sex Abuse in hospitals and nursing homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/11/sex-abuse-in-hospitals-and-nursing-homes/) - contact a lawyer to protect your family. They need protection while in a most vulnerable position.
- [Work Injuries and Surgery](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/11/work-injuries-and-surgery/) - A work injury that results in surgery usually has a higher settlement value.
- [Find Illinois Nursing Facility Violations online](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/11/find-illinois-nursing-facility-violations-online/) - Make sure you know what is happening at the nursing facility where your loved ones live.
- [Fines for Illinois Nursing Home Fall](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/11/fine-for-illinois-nursing-home-fall/) - contact a lawyer is you suspect nursing facility abuse or neglect
- [Nursing Home Abuse on Video](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/11/nursing-home-abuse-on-video/) - Contact a lawyer if you think nursing home abuse is happening
- [Spooky things to avoid when Injured at Work](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/10/spooky-things-to-avoid-when-injured-at-work/) - It is scary when you wait to long to tell work about your injury and when avoid going to the doctor
- [Bed Sores and Nursing Home Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/10/bed-sores-and-nursing-home-abuse/) - educate yourself about nursing home abuse and bedsores
- [$6.75 Million awarded in Nursing Facility wrongful death case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/10/6-75-million-awarded-in-nursing-facility-wrongful-death-case/) - Tragic accident in wheelchair lift malfunction case at nursing facility
- [Nursing Homes Fail to report Thousands of Abuse and Neglect Cases](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/10/nursing-homes-fail-to-report-thousands-of-abuse-and-neglect-cases/) - Hold nursing homes to a higher standard. Report them to an ombudsman and a lawyer
- [How Do I get my Work Injury Settlement?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/10/how-do-i-get-my-work-injury-settlement/) - If you do not get a settlement offer for your work injury call an experienced work comp attorney
- [Giant piece of Aluminum crushes Girl  ](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/10/giant-piece-of-aluminum-crushes-girl/) - In no way does the law make the girl's family whole. Only money damages and possibly punitive damages. But can never repay the pain and loss.
- [Behind the Scenes at a Nursing Home](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/10/behind-the-scenes-at-a-nursing-home/) - No one wants to be abused and warehoused. Call a lawyer.
- [The Joker and Work Comp](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/10/the-joker-and-work-comp/) - Looking for Work Comp in the Joker
- [Nursing Home Resident Bloodied](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/10/nursing-home-resident-bloodied/) - make sure to contact a lawyer to investigate nursing home abuse
- [Nursing Home Workers start Fight Club](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/10/nursing-home-workers-start-fight-club/) - how crazy will it get. Contact lawyer immediately if think there is nursing home abuse.
- [What to do with a Work Injury and Social Security Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/10/what-to-do-with-a-work-injury-and-social-security-disability/) - Make sure to consult with a Social Security Disability lawyer when you have a work injury
- [Behind the scenes peek at Nursing Facility Finances](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/10/behind-the-scenes-peek-at-nursing-facility-finances/) - Check out nursing facility where your loved one lives. contact a lawyer.
- [Nursing Home Abuse Caught on Camera Again](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/10/nursing-home-abuse-caught-on-camera-again/) - Contact a lawyer right away if suspect nursing home abuse
- [How Important are Medical Records to Your Injury Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/10/how-important-are-medical-records-to-your-injury-case/) - Medical records are the foundation to your work injury or social security disability case. Make sure to tell your doctor how you got hurt and how your injury limits you
- [Serious Work Place Injuries have far reaching Impact](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/10/serious-work-place-injuries-have-far-reaching-impact/) - get all the help you can: mental, physical, spiritual, and legal. Contact an Illinois Work Injury lawyer to protect yourself.
- [Protecting Nursing Home Residents](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/10/protecting-nursing-home-residents/) - Let a lawyer know if suspect nursing home abuse or neglect
- [Assault or Fall at Nursing Home?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/09/assault-or-fall-at-nursing-home/) - contact a lawyer if you believe your loved one has suffered nursing home abuse or neglect
- [Why Surgeries Matter in Illinois Work Injury Cases](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/09/why-surgeries-matter-in-illinois-work-injury-cases/) - surgeries are worth more money in Illinois work comp cases
- [Lawsuit alleges U of I wrongfully withheld sexual misconduct records](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/09/lawsuit-alleges-u-of-i-wrongfully-withheld-sexual-misconduct-records/) - do not let the abusers win
- [Hidden Camera shows Nursing Home Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/09/hidden-camera-shows-nursing-home-abuse-2/) - Catch them in act and contact your lawyer when you suspect nursing home abuse and neglect
- [6 Nursing Home Abuse Shockers](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/09/6-nursing-home-abuse-shockers/) - protect those who cannot protect themselves. get to a lawyer right away.
- [Lies Work Comp Insurance Companies tell You](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/09/lies-work-comp-insurance-companies-tell-you/) - Hurt on the job? You are entitled to a work comp settlement.
- [Work Injury statistics](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/09/work-injury-statistics/) - contact a lawyer right away to follow Illinois rules and protect your claim
- [Nursing Assistants abuse resident and post video online](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/09/nursing-assistants-abuse-resident-and-post-video-online/) - contact a lawyer to report nursing facility abuse and neglect
- [Congress understands the importance of Nursing Home oversight](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/09/congress-understands-the-importance-of-nursing-home-oversight/) - Make sure to contact a lawyer if you suspect nursing home abuse or neglect
- [Lawsuit alleges University of Illinois Prof sexually abused student](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/09/lawsuit-alleges-university-of-illinois-prof-sexually-abused-student/) - Victim seeks money damages. Sexual abusers must be stopped.
- [Former Nursing Home Chaplain gets 26 years for Nursing Home Sex Charges](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/09/former-nursing-home-chaplain-gets-26-years-for-nursing-home-sex-charges/) - Residents may sue for money damages when they suffer nursing home abuse
- [Sick and Sadistic Elder Abuse ](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/09/sick-and-sadistic-elder-abuse/) - Visit your loved ones care facility often to find learn what is happening
- [Surgeries and Your Work Comp Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/09/surgeries-and-your-work-comp-case/) - surgeries in your work comp case increase settlement value
- [$3 Million Elder Abuse case filed against Memory Care facility](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/09/3-million-elder-abuse-case-filed-against-memory-care-facility/) - Damages for nursing home abuse may run into million dollar plus cases.
- [Nursing Home Abuse on the Rise](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/09/nursing-home-abuse-on-the-rise/) - report nursing home abuse and neglect to your lawyer
- [Do Your Work Comp Case a Big Favor](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/do-your-work-comp-case-a-big-favor/) - Help your case. Make a clear statement of work injury to your medical provider
- [Mall display crushes toddler](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/mall-display-crushes-toddler/) - the law provides damages for wrongful deaths that are the result of negligence
- [Nursing Home Assistants Snapchat Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/nursing-home-assistants-snapchat-abuse/) - nursing homes may be subject to money damages for abuse and neglect
- [Nursing Home workers surrender in Patients' Deaths](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/nursing-home-workers-surrender-in-patients-deaths/) - these are criminal charges. Families of victims may also sue for money damages in nursing home abuse and death cases.
- [Retired. Can I get Social Security Disability?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/retired-can-i-get-social-security-disability/) - You may still be able to file for SSDI even if you receive Social Security Retirement.
- [Elder Abuse Underreported](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/elder-abuse-underreported/) - Still much nursing home abuse to be reported. Make sure to let your lawyer and the State know.
- [Even Stars Have Work Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/even-stars-have-work-injuries/) - Injured on the job results in payment of medical bills, time off work pay, and payment for the injury
- [Nursing Home Aid accused of pinching and smacking resident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/nursing-home-aid-accused-of-pinching-and-smacking-resident/) - Be aware of any allegations of nursing home abuse. Report it to your lawyer.
- [What is the difference between SSDI and SSI?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/what-is-the-difference-between-ssdi-and-ssi/) - SSDI is better than SSI if you can get it
- [Allow Cameras in Nursing Homes?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/allow-cameras-in-nursing-homes/) - Heart breaking. Anything to prevent nursing home abuse.
- [Family Sues after Video shows Taunting Elderly Resident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/family-sues-after-video-shows-taunting-elderly-resident/) - Nursing home has duty to protect and treat residents with dignity
- [Four injured near Bloomington, IL](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/four-injured-near-bloomington-il/) - Check on insurance coverage immediately after motor vehicle collision. At fault driver must pay damages
- [When Can I Settle My Work Comp Case?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/when-can-i-settle-my-work-comp-case/) - Once the doctor has released you, then you may pursue settlement of your Illinois Workers' Compensation case
- [Family oversight vital to combat Nursing Home Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/family-oversight-vital-to-combat-nursing-home-abuse/) - Keep your eyes open to nursing home conditions and health of your loved one
- [Top 10 Causes of Most Serious Work Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/top-10-causes-of-most-serious-work-injuries/) - Contact an experienced Illinois work injury lawyer if you are hurt on the job.
- [Woman Banned from Nursing Home for Reporting Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/woman-banned-from-nursing-home-for-reporting-abuse/) - Patients have a right to see their families.
- [Work Trip Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/08/work-trip-injuries/) - You are entitled to compensation for injuries suffered on work trips
- [2 Hurt in Motorcycle and RV Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/2-hurt-in-motorcycle-and-rv-crash/) - Speak with an Illinois injury attorney right away if you are hurt in a crash
- [Nursing Home Workers Highlight Resident Care Crisis](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/nursing-home-workers-highlight-resident-care-crisis/) - Call a lawyer right away if you suspect nursing home abuse or neglect
- [Jacksonville Nursing Home Fined $25,000 over Sexual Assault](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/jacksonville-nursing-home-fined-25000-over-sexual-assault/) - A resident may seek civil damages for nursing home abuse. The State may fine nursing home also.
- [Top Evidence Work Injury Judges Look for](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/top-evidence-work-injury-judges-look-for/) - Work injury judges turn to your doctor records first and look for what you told them about your injury at work
- [Pets Can Cause Workers' Compensation Injuries Too](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/pets-can-cause-workers-compensation-injuries-too/) - Injured at work because of an animal. Contact an Illinois work comp lawyer. Work injury lawyers on get paid if you recover money.
- [Golf Club Worker Killed when Tractor overturns](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/golf-club-worker-killed-when-tractor-overturns/) - Illinois law provides death benefits to family members in certain situations
- [Nursing Home Chain goes under after Abuse allegations](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/nursing-home-chain-goes-under-after-abuse-allegations/) - make sure to investigate conditions of nursing facility or home where your loved ones live
- [Nursing Home Abuse or Neglect? What to do?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/nursing-home-abuse-or-neglect-what-to-do/) - Get your loved one to a doctor right away. Medical treatment is very important for your loved one and to prove the case
- [Another Tool for Protecting Nursing Home Residents](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/another-tool-for-protecting-nursing-home-residents/) - Updated federal government website with nursing home quality information
- [Man charged with sex assault of nursing home resident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/man-charged-with-sex-assault-of-nursing-home-resident/) - Nursing homes must protect their residents
- [CNA Caught on Video Raping Resident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/cna-caught-on-video-raping-resident/) - Protect nursing home residents. Contact law enforcement and your lawyer immediately.
- [So What if Nursing Home Rules are Violated?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/so-what-if-nursing-home-rules-are-violated/) - Rules violations in nursing homes may be grounds for money damages
- [At Least 1 dead after semis crash on I-74 near Morton](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/at-least-1-dead-after-semis-crash-on-i-74-near-morton/) - contact a lawyer as soon as possible after a motor vehicle accident
- [Nursing Home Sexual Abuser Posed as RN](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/nursing-home-sexual-abuser-posed-as-rn/) - Protect your loved ones from nursing home abuse and neglect
- [How Children can prevent Nursing Home Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/how-children-can-prevent-nursing-home-abuse/) - Contact us to discuss nursing home abuse of your loved ones
- [Happy 4th of July](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/happy-4th-of-july-2/) - Have a great and safe Fourth of July!
- [Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Unreported](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/nursing-home-abuse-and-neglect-unreported/) - Report suspicious activity and follow up with a lawyer regarding nursing facility abuse and neglect
- [Abuse, neglect, filth, deathJust some Nursing Home Violations](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/07/abuse-neglect-filth-deathjust-some-nursing-home-violations/) - Investigate nursing home problems. Contact a lawyer.
- [Do Not Forget Your Work Comp Settlement](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/06/do-not-forget-your-work-comp-settlement/) - Make sure to get your work injury money
- [Sexual Assault charge in Nursing Home](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/06/sexual-assault-charge-in-nursing-home/) - Contact a lawyer immediately to protect your loved ones
- [Quincy Nursing Home Chaplain arrested on Sex Abuse Charge](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/06/quincy-nursing-home-chaplain-arrested-on-sex-abuse-charge/) - Nursing homes are responsible for protecting their residents
- [Marijuana, Opioids and Illinois Work Comp Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/06/marijuana-opioids-and-illinois-work-comp-injuries/) - Those with Illinois work injuries will still need pain relief. Where does medical marijuana fit in?
- [What about My Work Injury Pain and Suffering?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/06/what-about-my-work-injury-pain-and-suffering/) - Illinois Work Comp law does not pay for pain and suffering
- [Hidden Camera confirms Nursing Home elder abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/06/hidden-camera-confirms-nursing-home-elder-abuse/) - Contact a lawyer if you suspect nursing home abuse
- [Illinois Roofing Contractor Fined for repeated Fall hazards](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/06/illinois-roofing-contractor-fined-for-repeated-fall-hazards/) - You need to contact the insurance company to get your work comp benefits
- [Woman arrested after Nursing Home Abuse charge](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/06/woman-arrested-after-nursing-home-abuse-charge/) - Protect your loved ones from nursing home abuse and neglect.
- [Most Important Thing to do if You are Hurt at Work](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/06/most-important-thing-to-do-if-you-are-hurt-at-work/) - Tell the doctor right away how you were injured at work
- [Thousands of Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect cases  unreported](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/06/thousands-of-nursing-home-abuse-and-neglect-cases-unreported/) - Make sure to contact a lawyer if you believe a loved one in a nursing home has been abused or neglected
- [Work Comp Insurance is the law in Illinois](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/06/work-comp-insurance-is-the-law-in-illinois/) - make sure your employer has work comp insurance before you are injured.
- [Is Your Loved One housed in one of the Worst Nursing Homes?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/06/is-your-loved-one-housed-in-one-of-the-worst-nursing-homes/) - Protect your loved one from nursing home abuse and neglect
- [Marijuana and Illinois: Round 2](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/06/marijuana-and-illinois-round-2/) - using marijuana and being injured will cloud up your case
- [Disability Denials: Congressman wants investigation](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/06/disability-denials-congressman-wants-investigation/) - Doctors reviewing Social Security Disability claims have huge workload
- [2 Central Illinois Nursing Homes on Watch List](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/06/2-central-illinois-nursing-homes-on-watch-list/) - Nursing homes in central Illinois are on federal watch list. Injured residents may sue for nursing home abuse and neglect.
- [Alleged Sexual Assault in Nursing Home](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/06/alleged-sexual-assault-in-nursing-home/) - Illinois law allows residents to sue for nursing home abuse and neglect
- [Medical Marijuana and Illinois Work Comp](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/05/medical-marijuana-and-illinois-work-comp/) - All kinds of questions regarding medical marijuana and how Illinois Work Comp law will treat it
- [Hidden camera shows Nursing Home Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/05/hidden-camera-shows-nursing-home-abuse/) - Nursing homes are responsible for actions of staff and may have to pay money damages
- [Catholic Order sued for sex abuse; Case moved to Bankruptcy Court](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/05/catholic-order-sued-for-sex-abuse-case-moved-to-bankruptcy-court/) - Damages are not the only reason for a lawsuit. Let the public know about bad practices.
- [Doctor letters for Your Social Security Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/05/doctor-letters-for-your-social-security-disability/) - specific limits from your doctor help in your Social Security Disability case
- [Alton Teacher arrested in 20 year old Sex Abuse case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/05/alton-teacher-arrested-in-20-year-old-sex-abuse-case/) - Some states have changed laws to make it easier to go after sexual predators
- [Nursing Home Care: growing crisis](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/05/nursing-home-care-growing-crisis/) - Protect your loved ones from abuse and neglect in nursing home
- [Illinois Man Dies while working on Sign](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/05/illinois-man-dies-while-working-on-sign/) - Illinois benefits are usually the best. Make sure your work injury case is able to be filed in Illinois if possible.
- [Did You Get Paid for your Work Injury?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/05/did-you-get-paid-for-your-work-injury/) - make sure to get your work comp settlement
- [Applying for Disability? Someone may be Watching You](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/05/applying-for-disability-someone-may-be-watching-you/) - Government may use social media against you if you apply for Social security disability
- [Cameras in Nursing Homes a good idea?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/05/cameras-in-nursing-homes-a-good-idea/) - protect your loved one in nursing homes
- [What Nursing Home Neglect Looks Like](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/05/what-nursing-home-neglect-looks-like/) - protect your family and loved ones from nursing home neglect and abuse. Call us.
- [Getting Paid While Injured at Work](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/05/getting-paid-while-injured-at-work/) - make sure to get paid while off work for your work injury
- [4th body recovered from plant explosion](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/05/4th-body-recovered-from-plant-explosion/) - In Illinois families of dead workers may be entitled to work comp death benefits. Check with Illinois work comp lawyer
- [Resident fatally injured in VA Nursing Home](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/05/resident-fatally-injured-in-va-nursing-home/) - Resident not properly monitored in nursing home, subject to wrongful death claim.
- [Preparing Your Social Security Disability Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/05/preparing-your-social-security-disability-case/) - Make sure to get to the doctor before you file and ask for your prescriptions
- [Reckless Shooting Charges](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/05/reckless-shooting-charges/) - Police officers may face excessive force charges and have to pay money damages
- [Senior Living Facility sued after Medicine Mistake](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/senior-living-facility-sued-after-medicine-mistake/) - facilities are responsible for making sure medicine is distributed correctly
- [Former Doctor sentenced in Painkiller Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/former-doctor-sentenced-in-painkiller-case/) - Injured workers and disabled often suffer the most in these case. Pain relief is hard to find.
- [Settling Your Work Injury Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/settling-your-work-injury-case/) - do not overreach. Make sure to get money for your work comp injury.
- [Family could get $1.7 million settlement in Jail Suicide](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/family-could-get-1-7-million-settlement-in-jail-suicide/) - Failure to supervise mentally ill inmate is basis for this lawsuit and settlement
- [Nursing Home placed on Watch List](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/nursing-home-placed-on-watch-list/) - Do your homework. Research the nursing facility where your loved one lives.
- [School for Deaf Teacher under Investigation](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/school-for-deaf-teacher-under-investigation/) - Make sure to report suspicious activity
- [Happy  Easter](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/happy-easter-3/) - https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/19/opinion/god-good-friday.html Click above to read. Thought provoking article on the cross for all who suffer.
- [Work Comp Tip](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/work-comp-tip-2/) - Ask your health care provider to read your history of injury back to you at the doctor's office
- [Man's Arm Amputated in Work Place Accident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/mans-arm-amputated-in-work-place-accident/) - Illinois work comp benefits for inability to return to work.
- [Chestnut gets over $1 million to fight Opioid crisis](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/chestnut-gets-over-1-million-to-fight-opioid-crisis/) - Opioid crisis hits those who have social security disability and work injuries the hardest. Chronic pain is very difficult to live with.
- [Quad Cities Nursing Home Fined](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/quad-cities-nursing-home-fined/) - Make sure to watch out for your loved ones in nursing facility. Contact a lawyer to review and investigate.
- [How to Testify at Your Hearing](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/how-to-testify-at-your-hearing/) - get an idea of the questions. Practice. Be believable.
- [Uber Sued because of fake drivers](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/uber-sued-because-of-fake-drivers/) - Keep an eye on this lawsuit. How far will court extend Uber's duty to warn?
- [OSHA Fines after Amputation](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/osha-fines-after-amputation/) - Work comp claims provide benefits and payments directly to the worker.
- [Senate Testimony of Nursing Home Neglect](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/senate-testimony-of-nursing-home-neglect/) - Remember nursing home residents have rights too. Contact us to discuss your questions and concerns.
- [Work Comp Return to Work and What to Do](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/work-comp-return-to-work-and-what-to-do/) - Meet with doctor about your return to work and do not settle until you have tried work for several weeks
- [Nursing Home Deaths Result in Settlment](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/nursing-home-deaths-result-in-settlment/) - Illinois law protects nursing home residents from abuse and neglect.
- [Chemical Fire Kills Worker](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/chemical-fire-kills-worker/) - Worker killed on job may be entitled to death benefits
- [Reviewing a Nursing Home](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/04/reviewing-a-nursing-home/) - Make sure to investigate the nursing home your loved will live in.
- [Work Comp Injuries Best Ideas](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/03/work-comp-injuries-best-ideas/) - tell the doctor right away that your injury happened at work
- [Man trapped in Silo Rescued](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/03/man-trapped-in-silo-rescued/) - Illinois work comp benefits cover injuries and death benefits for families
- [LeRoy Nursing Home Closes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/03/leroy-nursing-home-closes/) - financial pressures may lead to abuse and neglect
- [Senate grills Nursing Homes about Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/03/senate-grills-nursing-homes-about-abuse/) - Make sure to call a lawyer if your family or loved one suffers from nursing home abuse or neglect
- [Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect- Keep your eyes Open](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/03/nursing-home-abuse-and-neglect-keep-your-eyes-open/) - questionable injuries? Make sure to investigate and speak with an experienced lawyer
- [Elderly Care Workers Speak Out](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/03/elderly-care-workers-speak-out/) - get the behind scenes scoop about care for the elderly
- [Chicago Area Nursing Home Resident Humiliated](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/03/chicago-area-nursing-home-resident-humiliated/) - Get help for your loved ones abused in nursing homes
- [Nursing Home Abuse Common](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/03/nursing-abuse-common/) - nursing home abuse in 1 of 3 facilities. Get a lawyer right away.
- [Nursing Home Abuse Tips](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/03/nursing-home-abuse-tips/) - Watch for injuries, bedsores and seek an experienced lawyer
- [Nursing Home Abuse Caught on Camera](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/03/nursing-home-abuse-caught-on-camera/) - https://abcnews.go.com/WNT/video/hidden-camera-captures-michigan-nursing-home-employee-allegedly-53661394 Click above to read. Hard to believe this happens. Protect your loved ones. See an experienced lawyer.
- [Employee Killed at Chicago Bar](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/03/employee-killed-at-chicago-bar/) - family members may seek Illinois work comp death benefits for on the job death
- [Social Security may be looking at your Facebook Posts](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/03/social-security-may-be-looking-at-your-facebook-posts/) - Disability and facebook posts. Beware.
- [What about future medical treatment for Work Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/03/what-about-future-medical-treatment-for-work-injuries/) - Use future medical treatment to increase your work comp settlment value
- [Godfrey Fire Captain dies](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/03/godfrey-fire-captain-dies/) - https://www.stltoday.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/godfrey-fire-captain-with-deep-roots-in-metro-east-killed/article_2ac75e61-27bf-5b62-9320-f1e6a59dc185.html Click above to read. Very demanding and dangerous job. Illinois law provides death benefits for workers' compensation claims. Police and fire laws also provide additional benefits. Rest in peace.
- [Champaign Nursing Home Cited](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/03/champaign-nursing-home-cited/) - Nursing home may be sued for failure to protect residents from wandering off
- [$600,000 Settlement for Missouri harassment lawsuit](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/03/600000-settlement-for-missouri-harassment-lawsuit/) - No longer can do the sexual harassment thing. Protect yourself and those you work with.
- [Comatose Woman Raped and has baby in Nursing Home](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/comatose-woman-raped-and-has-baby-in-nursing-home/) - By definition this is abuse and neglect. Nursing Home will owe civil damages and more
- [Tips for Testifying in Court](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/02/tips-for-testifying-in-court/) - Practice. Think through the questions and answers. Understand why the questions are being asked.
- [Amputations subject of Work Injury and OSHA claims](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/02/amputations-subject-of-work-injury-and-osha-claims/) - Lifetime limitations will result. Work comp will pay for your damages.
- [What Illinois Work Comp Arbitrators Ask](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/02/what-illinois-work-comp-arbitrators-ask/) - What is important to Work Comp Judges is what you tell the doctors at the time of injury
- [Car Crashes into Moe's ](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/02/car-crashes-into-moes/) - Victims hope driver has enough insurance to cover injuries
- [$4 Million Settlement for drowning victim](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/02/4-million-settlement-for-drowning-victim/) - School sued for failure to supervise special education student who drowns
- [Work Injury Reporting Tip](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/02/work-injury-reporting-tip/) - give a good history of accident to your doctor and make an accident report. Do not blow up your work comp case with bad information given to your doctor.
- [Man attacks Police Officer](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/02/man-attacks-police-officer/) - Police officers may recover work comp benefits for off work pay, medical bills, and settlement for the injury itself
- [Social Security Disability Wait Time Still Long](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/02/social-security-disability-wait-time-still-long/) - Central Illinois takes close to 2 years to get hearing
- [Company will pay funeral costs for Murdered Workers](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/02/company-will-pay-funeral-costs-for-murdered-workers/) - Illinois work comp act provides for death benefits for workers who die on the job, in most cases
- [Iowa Hotel Settles with guest who was raped](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/02/iowa-hotel-settles-with-guest-who-was-raped/) - damages for pain and suffering from emotional and physical results
- [Gas Station Employee Shoots Cell Phone Shop Worker](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/02/gas-station-employee-shoots-cell-phone-shop-worker/) - Person injured in fight may be able to get work comp benefits
- [Worker Injured in Refinery Fire](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/02/worker-injured-in-refinery-fire/) - Whether fire or lifting injuries, you are entitled to medical bills paid, off work pay, and settlement money.
- [When Should You Call a Work Comp Lawyer?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/02/when-should-you-call-a-work-comp-lawyer/) - Call a work comp lawyer if you are not getting medical bills paid, off work pay, or a settlement
- [Company Pays Settlement to Whistleblowers](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/02/company-pays-settlement-to-whistleblowers/) - Law protects those who report safety violations. Protects all workers.
- [Man Denied Work Comp Treatment After Explosion](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/02/man-denied-work-comp-treatment-after-explosion/) - Get an Illinois Work Comp attorney right away
- [Illinois Opioid for Marijuana Program](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/02/illinois-opioid-for-marijuana-program/) - Work injury victims need pain relief through work comp coverage
- [Denied- Why Did Work Comp Do That?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/denied-why-did-work-comp-do-that/) - Do not make mistakes fatal to your case
- [Watch Out for Cold Weather Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/watch-out-for-cold-weather-injuries/) - Report your on the job injury to your supervisor and see a doctor immediately
- [Workers, Watch Out for Chemical Hazards and Burns](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/workers-watch-out-for-chemical-hazards-and-burns/) - Burns and chemical exposure are work comp cases in Illinois. You get medical paid, off work pay and a settlement
- [               Stories of Nursing Home Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/stories-of-nursing-home-abuse/) - Protect your loved ones. Neglect ranges from failure to treat injuries and to employee battering resident.
- [Work Injury-Why Should I See the Doctor Right Away?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/work-injury-why-should-i-see-the-doctor-right-away/) - Do not mess up your work injury case
- [Truck Driver Clean in Normal Bus Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/truck-driver-clean-in-normal-bus-crash/) - Truck driver still negligent because he drove the wrong way on the interstate. Wrongful death damages will result.
- [Tax Help Available at Bloomington, Illinois Library](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/tax-help-available-at-bloomington-illinois-library/) - Free tax help. Get your tax refund and earned income tax credit money
- [$1 Million Settlement to Family of Man Denied Medical Treatment in lock up](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/1-million-settlement-to-family-of-man-denied-medical-treatment-in-lock-up/) - Even in jail, you have rights to medical treatment
- [Do Your Work Injury Case Right, the First Time](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/do-your-work-injury-case-right-the-first-time/) - report your injury immediately and see your doctor as soon as possible
- [Social Security Benefits Will Keep Coming throughout Shutdown](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/social-security-benefits-will-keep-coming-throughout-shutdown/) - SSA is funded through Sept 2019. Checks will be sent out and disability hearings will be held as scheduled.
- [Services set for Fallen State Trooper](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/services-set-for-fallen-state-trooper/) - Death benefits and work comp benefits available to Illinois State Troopers
- [Comatose Woman Raped and has baby in Nursing Home](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/comatose-woman-raped-and-has-baby-in-nursing-home-2/) - This is by definition abuse and neglect. Civil damages and more
- [Latest Disability News Shows Need for Lawyer](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/latest-disability-news-shows-need-for-lawyer/) - no charge to get a lawyer and file social security disability appeal
- [How Some Doctors Earn big money denying Social Security Disability Claims](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/how-some-doctors-earn-big-money-denying-social-security-disability-claims/) - Get a lawyer to help you fight for your Social Security Disability
- [Police Officer accidentally shot during dog attack](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/police-officer-accidentally-shot-during-dog-attack/) - Even accidental injuries entitle worker to medical coverage, time off work pay and settlement payment
- [Lawsuit filed in fatal Bloomington School Bus Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/lawsuit-filed-in-fatal-bloomington-school-bus-crash/) - The majority of the settlement money will come from the trucking company's insurance policy
- [Injured? What Not to Do](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/injured-what-not-to-do/) - Get the highest value you can out of your injury case. Go to the doctor right away. Do not give a statement. Do not settle too soon.
- [                Nursing Home Roommate charged with Homicide](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2019/01/nursing-home-roommate-charged-with-homicide/) - Family of Nursing home resident may sue for money damages to protect against injuries and neglect
- [Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/12/merry-christmas-and-happy-new-year-4/) - Enjoy this time of year with your family and friends.
- [Be Careful Santa's Helpers- Don't Get Hurt](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/12/be-careful-santas-helpers-dont-get-hurt/) - report your work injury immediately
- [Pit Bull Declared Dangerous](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/12/pit-bull-declared-dangerous/) - Owners may be responsible for dog attacks
- [What to Do With Medical Bills](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/12/what-to-do-with-medical-bills/) - Medical bills are a big problem in Work Comp cases that must be addressed at settlement or trial.
- [$7.9 Million Settlement in Nurse Hostage Lawsuit](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/12/7-9-million-settlement-in-nurse-hostage-lawsuit/) - Big money damages for failure to monitor and restrain inmate
- [When Do I Settle My Work Injury Case?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/12/when-do-i-settle-my-work-injury-case/) - Complete your medical treatment, return to work, and come up with a plan
- [Football player pleads guilty to Sports Camp Charges](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/12/football-player-pleads-guilty-to-sports-camp-charges/) - Criminal and civil damage charges may both be involved. Negligent failure to supervise counselors and leaders.
- [Doctors Charged in Opioid Scheme](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/12/doctors-charged-in-opioid-scheme/) - Injured workers need pain relief, but doctors fear losing their license
- [Bus Driver Identified in I-74 Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/12/bus-driver-identified-in-i-74-crash/) - Follow story of Normal West High School bus crash.
- [What to Do When Social Security Denies Your Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/12/what-to-do-when-social-security-denies-your-disability/) - Appeal when you are denied Social Security Disability
- [Inside Worst Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/12/inside-worst-nursing-homes/) - You do not want to admit this could be true, but protect your loved ones
- [Center for Human Services Cuts Mental Health Services](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/12/center-for-human-services-cuts-mental-health-services/) - Illinois has superior mental health services with the Center and Chestnut. This will be a blow for many people.
- [Infant Dies at Missouri Day Care](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/12/4280/) - Sickening. Should face criminal charges and money damages for death and injuries
- [Make Sure to Settle Your Work Comp Case at the Right time](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/11/make-sure-to-settle-your-work-comp-case-at-the-right-time/) - Know when to hold em and when to fold em in your work injury case
- [Champaign County Approves Settlements for Nursing Home neglect](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/11/champaign-county-approves-settlements-for-nursing-home-neglect/) - Nursing Homes must follow State law and rules. subject to damages for neglect and abuse. These settlements totaled over $1 million
- [Illinois Lawmakers vote to increase damages in claims against the State](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/11/illinois-lawmakers-vote-to-increase-damages-in-claims-against-the-state/) - Prior limit was $100,000. The cap has been raised to $2 million per claim. This applies to acts of negligence that are proven against...
- [3 Firefighters hurt battling Illinois fire](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/11/3-firefighters-hurt-battling-illinois-fire/) - Firefighters in Illinois may file a workers' compensation claim when injured during a fire, training, or working at the station.
- [Happy Thanksgiving](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/11/happy-thanksgiving-11/) - There are things to be thankful for even in the middle of pain, loss, and suffering. Sometimes we just need time to think about what we have, what we had, and what we have to look forward to. Let us spend some time on Thanksgiving reflecting on everything that has been given to us. Enjoy
- [Church Keeps 2 Priests Accused of Abuse in Active Ministry](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/11/church-keeps-2-priests-accused-of-abuse-in-active-ministry/) - Those who stand up and tell the truth about abusers are true heroes.
- [Two West Central Illinois Nursing Facilities cited for violations](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/11/two-west-central-illinois-nursing-facilities-cited-for-violations/) - https://wgem.com/2018/10/30/two-illinois-nursing-facilities-fined-for-license-violations/ Click above to read. Some examples of nursing home neglect. Giving a resident the wrong medicine and a large tear skin during a resident transfer. Make sure your loved ones are protected.
- [Nursing Home Abuse- What to Look For](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/11/nursing-home-abuse-what-to-look-for/) - cleanliness, hygiene, injuries, loss of mobility, psychological issues
- [Deadly Bus Crash in Mississippi](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/11/deadly-bus-crash-in-mississippi/) - Bus companies are responsible for the actions of its drivers. Driving at an unsafe speed based on conditions is an element of negligence that may lead to monetary damages
- [Truck Crash Fatality](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/11/truck-crash-fatality/) - The disabled truck performed all the safety precautions. The law requires the other driver to keep a safe lookout while driving.
- [Rural Illinois Sicker and Underserved](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/11/rural-illinois-sicker-and-underserved/) - Makes it harder for injured workers and the disabled to receive the proper medical treatment.
- [What to Expect from Your Illinois Work Injury Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/11/what-to-expect-from-your-illinois-work-injury-case/) - medical bills, time off work pay, and the settlement
- [OSHA fine for Truck fatality](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/11/osha-fine-for-truck-fatality/) - Simple precautions would have saved a life. These injuries are subject to OSHA fines and Workers' Compensation claims.
- [Traditional Ways of Settling Work Comp claims not working](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/11/traditional-ways-of-settling-work-comp-claims-not-working/) - When medicare is involved you must take into account future medical needs.
- [Day Care workers charged in Toddler Fight Club](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/11/day-care-workers-charged-in-toddler-fight-club/) - Children may be awarded damages for physical and mental harm
- [First Things for Your Work Injury Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/11/first-things-for-your-work-injury-case/) - report your accident, go to the doctor, tell the doctor it is a work injury, call a lawyer
- [25 Statistics about Social Security](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/25-statistics-about-social-security/) - Get up to date on the Social Security system. Make sure to contact us if you need to file for Social Security Disability. It is a very
- [OSHA Fines company for exposing Workers to Falls](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/osha-fines-company-for-exposing-workers-to-falls/) - Shows the importance of fall protection. Injured workers may file a Workers' Compensation claim and seek money damages.
- [School District to pay $5 million for Sex Abuse case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/school-district-to-pay-5-million-for-sex-abuse-case/) - Shows the high cost of employing and enabling sex abusers. Maybe this will cause employers to crack down on these predators.
- [Migraines and Social Security Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/migraines-and-social-security-disability-2/) - Prove migraines are disabling with a specialist, tests, and journal of your headaches
- [Migraines and Depression](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/migraines-and-depression/) - Frequent migraines are often a cause of disability. If you miss more than 2 days of work per month due to migraines you may be eligible...
- [St Louis Firefighter injured when floor collapses](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/st-louis-firefighter-injured-when-floor-collapses/) - Firefighters in Illinois are entitled to Workers' Compensation benefits for all types of injuries, including cancer related to fire...
- [Teen who will soon lose sight on mission to see Country and play basketball](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/teen-who-will-soon-lose-sight-on-mission-to-see-country-and-play-basketball/) - Young man is showing people how to deal with adversity. You are eligible for Social Security Disability if legally blind.
- [What Illinois Work Comp Settlements Look Like](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/what-illinois-work-comp-settlements-look-like/) - wage differences, back injuries and surgeries
- [Surgeon charged with drugging and raping 5 more Women](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/surgeon-charged-with-drugging-and-raping-5-more-women/) - Hard to believe it could get more bizarre. These are criminal charges. Victims would also be able to make civil charges against the doctor and seek money damages
- [Duck Boat Defendants bob and weave](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/duck-boat-defendants-bob-and-weave/) - Looks like some public relations and legal maneuvers to drag things out. Mediation is often used to settle the case short of trial....
- [Chicago Priest Charged with Sexual Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/chicago-priest-charged-with-sexual-abuse/) - Never seems to end. Hope the training sessions make it clear that you do not touch anyone else, especially young girls and boys. Sexual abuse is a crime and you may be subject to civil damages
- [How to Prove Your Disability Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/how-to-prove-your-disability-case/) - Social Security must have medical proof of your disabling conditions
- [Rare cases of nervous system disorder and Social Security Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/rare-cases-of-nervous-system-disorder-and-social-security-disability/) - Diseases such as this will prevent people from working and can be the basis for the finding of disability. However, most Social Security cases are based on common disorders such as arthritis or diabetes or back pain
- [Semi Driver Sued for Fatal Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/semi-driver-sued-for-fatal-crash/) - Shows that family may sue for death of loved one. Note that driver and company he drives for is also sued. Potential damages include death, lost wages, and loss of companionship
- [Settlement reached in Insurance Dispute after killings](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/settlement-reached-in-insurance-dispute-after-killings/) - The parties reach a settlement because of the costs of going to trial and the uncertainty of the outcome. This is why over 90 percent of cases settle
- [When to Settle Your Work Comp Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/when-to-settle-your-work-comp-case/) - Settle when your medical treatment is complete
- [Wisconsin Refinery Fire and Explosion](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/wisconsin-refinery-fire-and-explosion/) - Dangerous situation. Results in workers' compensation claims and OSHA fines.
- [Archdiocese of Chicago and California Priests being Sued for Sex Abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/archdiocese-of-chicago-and-california-priests-being-sued-for-sex-abuse/) - Seems like it will never end. Justice will prevail one day.
- [Fatal Shooting of Adult Business Security Guard](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/10/fatal-shooting-of-adult-business-security-guard/) - Families of employees killed on the job may file an Illinois Workers' Compensation claim for death benefits.
- [OSHA Launches Fertilizer Safety Program](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/09/osha-launches-fertilizer-safety-program/) - Central Illinois is, of course, a big agriculture area. Be safe out there, agriculture workers.
- [Bill Cosby Sentencing](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/09/bill-cosby-sentencing/) - sex abuse criminal trial and money damages trial.
- [Disability Lawsuit filed on behalf of Sam's and Walmart Food Demonstrators](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/09/disability-lawsuit-filed-on-behalf-of-sams-and-walmart-food-demonstrators/) - Food demonstrators not allowed to sit on stools when needed. Company changed its policy and is now facing government lawsuit.
- [Work Injury Cases- Behind the Scenes With the Arbitrator](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/09/work-injury-cases-behind-the-scenes-with-the-arbitrator/) - What the Arbitrator sees and how to paint the best picture
- [3 Die in I-39 Wreck Outside Bloomington Normal](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/09/3-die-in-i-39-wreck-outside-bloomington-normal/) - How do you value a life? Lifetime earnings and loss of companionship.
- [Wheaton College Settles Hazing Lawsuit](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/09/wheaton-college-settles-hazing-lawsuit/) - Colleges and businesses may have to pay damages for what happens on its watch
- [$16 Million Settlement in Police Shooting](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/09/16-million-settlement-in-police-shooting/) - Bystander is killed when police shoots at attacking teen
- [What is Open Medical in Workers' Compensation Cases](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/09/what-is-open-medical-in-workers-compensation-cases/) - What is open medical and how does it happen in Work Comp cases
- [Nursing Home Evacuations](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/09/nursing-home-evacuations/) - What a nightmare? Stay or go. We know what happened when people remained behind in past hurricanes. So probably fewer lawsuits will result if you evacuate
- [Former pregnant Hudson Police Officer sues village](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/09/former-pregnant-hudson-police-officer-sues-village/) - Difficult to believe people think they can get away with this now. You cannot treat employees differently and you cannot punish whistle blowers
- [What is a Workers' Compensation Pretrial?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/09/what-is-a-workers-compensation-pretrial/) - Pretrials may help settle your work injury case
- [Deadly Missouri Swimming Hole Stays Open](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/09/deadly-missouri-swimming-hole-stays-open/) - The State alleges inadequate warnings, no lifeguards, and no life jackets. Several deaths this summer alone.
- [VA Nursing Homes With Abuse and Neglect](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/09/va-nursing-homes-with-abuse-and-neglect/) - Laws against nursing home abuse and neglect protect veterans also.
- [Strange World of Lawsuits](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/strange-world-of-lawsuits/) - Should make a good study for law school classrooms. Shows what can go wrong will go wrong. Social Security's approach is to make a person have a representative payee if it believes the disabled person is unable to handle funds
- [Medical Marijuana Expansion Set for Illinois](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/medical-marijuana-expansion-set-for-illinois/) - This may also impact those on Workers' Compensation and seeking Social Security Disability.
- [Church investigates victim of abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/church-investigates-victim-of-abuse/) - Click above to read. Wow. What chutzpah. They get what they deserve- jail time, shame, damages.
- [Church investigated victim of abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/church-investigated-victim-of-abuse/) - https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation-now/2018/08/26/catholic-church-investigated-victims-priest-sexual-abuse/1089349002/ Click above to read. Wow. Church turns it on its head. Way to make it worse. These poor children were preyed upon and then blamed for it. The victims are right to complain and seek damages.
- [Social Security Disability Tips](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/social-security-disability-tips-3/) - get these things going to help your social security case: prescription for cane, parking placard, restrictions from doctor
- [Inside Look at Handling Work Injuries in Dangerous Industry](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/inside-look-at-handling-work-injuries-in-dangerous-industry/) - Worth reading to compare how your employer handles work injuries versus a proactive employer.
- [Alligator kills Women at resort](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/alligator-kills-women-at-resort/) - Woman's family may be able to sue resort for failure to monitor hazardous animal. It will depend on state law and what type of control...
- [School Shootings and Security](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/school-shootings-and-security/) - Schools may be sued for failure to provide adequate security. Issues include compliance with policies and what is considered to be standard safety procedures
- [Here is a Good Work Comp Idea](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/here-is-a-good-work-comp-idea/) - tell your employer right away and go to the doctor right away and make copies of all work injury reports
- [University of Maryland Admits Fault in Player Death](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/university-of-maryland-admits-fault-in-player-death/) - Does not happen often that a University or company will admit liability so soon. The only question at this point are the damages owed the family
- [More than 300 Priests Listed in Abuse Report](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/more-than-300-priests-listed-in-abuse-report/) - Just unbelievable. The scope and damage to so many people. No amount of money can bring back the trust and repair the harm.
- [At Least 1 Dead after Camper Rollover Near Carlock](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/at-least-1-dead-after-camper-rollover-near-carlock/) - Watch for stopped traffic and slow downs.
- [What a Work Comp IME Means for You](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/what-a-work-comp-ime-means-for-you/) - You must attend the work comp IME or you will lose benefits.
- [$119 Million Settlement for Methane Gas Leak](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/119-million-settlement-for-methane-gas-leak/) - Extensive leaks lead to largest settlement of its kind in US History. Addresses a number of private and public concerns.
- [OSHA Fines for Fatal Fire at Auto Dealership](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/osha-fines-for-fatal-fire-at-auto-dealership/) - Make sure that you know what chemicals you are using and take necessary precautions. Work Comp claims and OSHA fines result.
- [Reward in Murder of Pizza Delivery Driver](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/reward-in-murder-of-pizza-delivery-driver/) - Illinois law pays Workers' Compensation benefits for workers who die on the job. There are some unusual parts of the law that deny benefits when there are no dependants or spouse. Check with an experienced Illinois Work Injury lawyer
- [Where to Get Work Injury Help](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/where-to-get-work-injury-help/) - Illinois experienced work injury lawyer and attorney. No charge until you recover
- [After Doctors Cut Their Opioids, Patients turn to risky treatment for Pain](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/08/after-doctors-cut-their-opioids-patients-turn-to-risky-treatment-for-pain/) - There are many problems that are happening as a result of the opioid crisis. How to address the chronic pain will be a large pressure point for patients and doctors
- [Bloomington Nurse accused of abusing elderly woman](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/07/bloomington-nurse-accused-of-abusing-elderly-woman/) - If there is a company who hired the nurse, there may be a negligent hiring and supervision claim. If not, then most likely no money to...
- [$100 Million lawsuit filed in Duck boat drownings](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/07/100-million-lawsuit-filed-in-duck-boot-drownings/) - Did not take long for this lawsuit to be filed. There is a history of problems with these type of boats and it resulted in a large number of deaths
- [Understand the Value of Your Work Comp Settlement](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/07/understand-the-value-of-your-work-comp-settlement/) - Do not lose a good settlement by undervaluing or overvaluing your work comp settlement
- [50 More Women Sue USC Doctor](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/07/50-more-women-sue-usc-doctor/) - Amazing that large institutions do not pay more attention to widespread abuse and sexual deviancy when the consequences are expensive...
- [Victim dies in Freak Accident](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/07/victim-dies-in-freak-accident/) - Horrific accident. Driver may face wrongful death civil lawsuit. Municipality may face lawsuit also. Many times multiple defendants who may have some role in the negligence leading to the accident may be sued
- [Foodborne illness sickens dozens in Central Illinois](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/07/foodborne-illness-sickens-dozens-in-central-illinois/) - To recover in these type of cases you must be diagnosed, and show the link with the restaurant that provided the food in question.
- [Filing for Social Security Disability and Workers' Compensation](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/07/filing-for-social-security-disability-and-workers-compensation/) - File right away or you may lose benefits
- [3-D Color Xrays Could Help Spot Deadly Disease](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/07/3-d-color-xrays-could-help-spot-deadly-disease/) - These new technologies may also help better explain the severity of a condition. This may be especially helpful in Social Security Disability and Work Injury cases
- [MGM sues Vegas mass shooting victims](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/07/mgm-sues-vegas-mass-shooting-victims/) - In an unusual legal maneuver, the Hotel has sued the victims of the mass shooting to prevent recovery pursuant to a Federal Law. Seems like a risky public relations move.
- [He Preyed on Men who wanted to become Priests, and then He became a Cardinal](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/07/he-preyed-on-men-who-wanted-to-become-priests-and-then-he-became-a-cardinal/) - What a hideous crime and betrayal. How dark is humanity. The only way to fight it is shining light on it over and over. Do not let them get away with it.
- [Make Sure to Do the Right Thing to Help Your Work Injury Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/07/make-sure-to-do-the-right-thing-to-help-your-work-injury-case/) - Report your injury right away, put it in writing, make copies, tell your doctor
- [Plane Makes Emergency Landing on Interstate, Hits Vehicle](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/07/plane-makes-emergency-landing-on-interstate-hits-vehicle/) - Planes are not made for the interstate. Any injuries and damages are responsibility of the pilot and plane owner.
- [Human Error Causes Pipeline Explosion that Kills 2](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/07/human-error-causes-pipeline-explosion-that-kills-2/) - These tragedies may result in Workers' Compensation claims and personal injury claims.
- [Nine hurt in LaSalle County after 'spooked' horses flip carriage](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/07/nine-hurt-in-lasalle-county-after-spooked-horses-flip-carriageby-phil-luciano-journal-star-2-hrs-ago-0/) - Do not see many legal cases like this anymore. I am sure that Abraham Lincoln may have had some like this.
- [Steven Williams, Partner with Williams and Swee, Dies Today](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/07/steven-williams-partner-with-williams-and-swee-dies-today/) - With sadness we announce the death of Steven Williams today. Steve was a great partner, lawyer, husband and father. He will be missed. Rest in peace.
- [What is A Workers' Compensation Settlement?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/what-is-a-workers-compensation-settlement/) - Injured on the job. Make sure to get your settlement.
- [Boy Injured during Camping Trip gets $47.5 Million Settlement](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/boy-injured-during-camping-trip-gets-47-5-million-settlement/) - Multiple defendants. Severely injured young person. Hard fought case. Large settlement
- [Iowa Doctor Takes on Opioid  Epidemic](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/iowa-doctor-takes-on-opioid-epidemic/) - Many injured workers and people seeking Social Security Disability need this type of help.
- [Priest Stripped Off Duties at Chicago Church](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/priest-stripped-off-duties-at-chicago-church/) - Keeping pressure on abusers is important. If they can operate in the background and without publicity, then they will continue to take advantage of others.
- [Advantages in Using an Illinois Work Injury Lawyer](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/advantages-in-using-an-illinois-work-injury-lawyer/) - No up front fees in work comp cases, fight the insurance company lawyers
- [Buffalo Grove to appeal pension ruling for firefighter who died from cancer](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/buffalo-grove-to-appeal-pension-ruling-for-firefighter-who-died-from-cancer/) - Illinois Workers' Compensation Law provides a presumption that for first responders their cancer is related to work duties. This is an important advantage for workers
- [Disability Applications Plunge as the Economy Strengthens](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/disability-applications-plunge-as-the-economy-strengthens/) - Very interesting story regarding Social Security Disability.
- [Semi Driver charged in crash that kills Chenoa Woman](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/semi-driver-charged-in-crash-that-kills-chenoa-woman/) - Sad and tragic crash. Multiple traffic violations are used to prove negligence and trucker's employer will have to pay the damages
- [Two Arrested After KFC Robbery Leaves 4 Injured](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/two-arrested-after-kfc-robbery-leaves-4-injured/) - In Illinois employees injured in a robbery may file a Work Comp claim for injuries.
- [Valuing Your Illinois Work Injury Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/valuing-your-illinois-work-injury-case/) - Value depends on the nature of the injury, treatment, restrictions and the type of work you do
- [Florida Woman Dies in Fall from Swing at Merchandise Mart](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/florida-woman-dies-in-fall-from-swing-at-merchandise-mart/) - This case may likely involve a Workers' Compensation claim in Florida or Illinois and a claim against the company who set up the swing and the display
- [Illinois company fined $4.4M for testing job applicants for carpal tunnel](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/illinois-company-fined-4-4m-for-testing-job-applicants-for-carpal-tunnel/) - Make sure to contact a lawyer if you have questions about what happens on the job.
- [Colleges and State Laws Are Clamping Down on Fraternities](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/colleges-and-state-laws-are-clamping-down-on-fraternities/) - One of the functions of the law is shape public policy and behavior. Make hazing a higher risk and more costly and those in charge take notice and clamp down on dangerous acts
- [Important Work Comp Tip- Know when to Settle Your Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/important-work-comp-tip-know-when-to-settle-your-case/) - Do not walk away with a low amount or no settlement.
- [ Tim Mapes named in harassment allegations](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/tim-mapes-named-in-harassment-allegations/) - Sexual harassment happens at the highest levels. Do not kid yourself. It will never stop, but those who stand up and expose it will help everyone.
- [Man caught in augur at Tremont grain elevator](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/man-caught-in-augur-at-tremont-grain-elevator/) - Farm workers in Illinois may be covered through Work Comp Law. Better check with an Illinois Workers' Compensation lawyer
- [Firefighter dies in rescue attempt](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/06/firefighter-dies-in-rescue-attempt/) - Illinois has work comp death benefits for those who die in line of duty
- [Important Work Comp Tip- Get Your Settlement](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/important-work-comp-tip-get-your-settlement/) - If you are injured at work in Illinois you should get a work comp settlement
- [Woman sues Ritz-Carlton, alleges she was sexually assaulted by masseuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/woman-sues-ritz-carlton-alleges-she-was-sexually-assaulted-by-masseuse/) - Shows that more than one party may be sued in sexual assault and abuse cases. The abuser and those who have some control or who should have known about their actions
- [The Equestrian Coach Who Minted Olympians, and Left a Trail of Child Molestation](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/the-equestrian-coach-who-minted-olympians-and-left-a-trail-of-child-molestation/) - Classic abuser. Uses charm, control, and power to imprison his victims. Frustrating, but continues even in today's climate. Stand up and speak out. File a lawsuit.
- [Doctor Visits for Your Work Injuries and Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/doctor-visits-for-your-work-injuries-and-disability/) - What you tell your doctor is important and must be in your medical records
- [Illinois Counties File Lawsuit against local Doctors and Drug Companies for Opioid Crisis](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/illinois-counties-file-lawsuit-against-local-doctors-and-drug-companies-for-opioid-crisis/) - How will chronic pain be solved for work injury victims and the disabled?
- [His Wife Died in the Santa Fe School Shooting. The World’s Sympathy May Keep Him Alive.](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/his-wife-died-in-the-santa-fe-school-shooting-the-worlds-sympathy-may-keep-him-alive/) - Illinois work comp provides work place death benefits to spouses
- [Former Illinois Priest Charged with sexually abusing Teen](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/former-illinois-priest-charged-with-sexually-abusing-teen/) - Important case revived by law enforcement. Justice will prevail.
- [Accident that Killed Normal West Student still under Investigation](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/accident-that-killed-normal-west-student-still-under-investigation/) - Accident investigations and reconstruction bring some measure of closure. They explain what happened and why.
- [Short Staffing Leads to long waits for Social Security Disability Hearings](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/short-staffing-leads-to-long-waits-for-social-security-disability-hearings/) - staffing leads to long waits for Social Security disability hearing decisions Click above to read. Not only long waits for the hearing, but also 2 to 5 month waits
- [Woman killed in Woodford County crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/woman-killed-in-woodford-county-crash/) - traffic violations may be used to prove negligence
- [Your Wages Make A Difference in Work Comp](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/your-wages-make-a-difference-in-work-comp/) - High wages get higher settement
- [Man, 42, dies after becoming stuck between conveyor, dryer in Niles](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/man-42-dies-after-becoming-stuck-between-conveyor-dryer-in-niles/) - Work Comp fatal injury case and OSHA
- [Open for business: Brandt begins production, still hiring](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/open-for-business-brandt-begins-production-still-hiring/) - Bloomington and Illinois needs more business like this
- [Eric Schneiderman, New York’s Attorney General, Is Accused of Abusing 4 Women](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/eric-schneiderman-new-yorks-attorney-general-is-accused-of-abusing-4-women/) - takes much courage to stand up to powerful abusers
- [Watch Out for this Work Injury Mistake](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/watch-out-for-this-work-injury-mistake/) - what you tell your doctor is very important to your work injury case
- [OSHA Protections](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/osha-protections/) - Safety whistleblowers are protected. Make sure to read this OSHA web page.
- [Tick and Mosquito Infections Spreading Rapidly, C.D.C. Finds](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/05/tick-and-mosquito-infections-spreading-rapidly-c-d-c-finds/) - Lyme disease can be the basis for a finding of social security disability
- [I 55 Crash near Springfield Injures 10](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/04/i-55-crash-near-springfield-injures-10/) - Injured drivers and passengers may sue for medical bills and pain and suffering
- [When Work Comp Says No](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/04/when-work-comp-says-no/) - do not give up. call an Illinois work comp lawyer
- [Work Injury Examples](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/04/work-injury-examples/) - Examples of how court treats a work injury
- [Michigan State kept ties to coach Rick Butler accused of sexual abuse](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/04/michigan-state-kept-ties-to-coach-rick-butler-accused-of-sexual-abuse/) - Do not let them get away with it. Stand up and call them out.
- [Prince’s Overdose Death Results in No Criminal Charges](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/04/princes-overdose-death-results-in-no-criminal-charges/) - Criminal charges may not be pursued, however you may be able to get civil damages
- [Big Work Comp Mistakes to Avoid](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/04/big-work-comp-mistakes-to-avoid/) - Do not mess up your work injury case
- [City Council oks $2.3M settlement for victim of cop shooting](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/04/city-council-oks-2-3m-settlement-for-victim-of-cop-shooting/) - Money does not make up for serious injuries or loss of life, but it is the only measuring stick in these cases.
- [One Dies As Jet Blows Engine](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/04/one-dies-as-jet-blows-engine/) - These type of accidents result in wrongful death lawsuits against the airline, the plane and engine maker, and the company who maintains the engine.
- [Florida Crane Collapses](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/04/florida-crane-collapses/) - lawsuits against Workers' Compensation, liability against the general contractors, subs, operators, and others.
- [Illinois Work Injuries- What to Expect](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/04/illinois-work-injuries-what-to-expect/) - off work pay, medical bills, settlement
- [Illinois Work Comp Allows For Some Mental Trauma Cases](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/04/illinois-work-comp-allows-for-some-mental-trauma-cases/) - you may be able to get work injury payments if you are directly involved helping other who have been shot or injured and you suffer trauma
- [The Disappearing Doctor and How it Makes Your Disability Case Harder](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/04/the-disappearing-doctor-and-how-it-makes-your-disability-case-harder/) - changes in health care delivery makes it harder to win your disability case
- [Highest Value Workers' Compensation Cases- Knees](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/highest-value-workers-compensation-cases-knees/) - settlement value of knee cases
- [Highest Value Workers' Compensation Cases- Hands](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/04/highest-value-workers-compensation-cases-hands/) - hand injuries often result in high value awards and settlements in work comp cases
- [Twin sisters known for battle with debilitating OCD die in possible ‘suicide pact’](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/04/twin-sisters-known-for-battle-with-debilitating-ocd-die-in-possible-suicide-pact/) - Extreme mental health conditions are grounds for Social Security Disability benefits
- [57-year-old man fatally struck while crossing street in Vittum Park](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/04/57-year-old-man-fatally-struck-while-crossing-street-in-vittum-park/) - Pedestrian's family may seek wrongful death damages
- [Employee gets Job back for OSHA Reporting](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/04/employee-gets-job-back-for-osha-reporting/) - OSHA violations may result in penalties for firing whistle blowers
- [Longview woman in grave condition after accident on U.S. 45 at I-57](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/longview-woman-in-grave-condition-after-accident-on-u-s-45-at-i-57/) - http://www.news-gazette.com/news/local/2018-03-28/longview-woman-grave-condition-after-accident-us-45-i-57.html Click above to read. Classic negligence case. Driver fails to obey stop sign. Driver will be responsible for damages that include medical services and pain and suffering.
- [Two dozen new charges filed against piano teacher](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/two-dozen-new-charges-filed-against-piano-teacher/) - Probably no money to go after or no insurance policy to get damages from
- [ Jury awards $250,000 in local bullying case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/jury-awards-250000-in-local-bullying-case/) - school district on the hook for bus driver's actions in allowing bullying of student
- [Veteran Kills Self in VA waiting room](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/veteran-kills-self-in-va-waiting-room/) - tragic event highlights need for more mental health services for veterans and disabled
- [Time for Some Outrage about those Sexual Predators](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/time-for-some-outrage-about-those-sexual-predators/) - good for this lady. Shine light on bad laws
- [Teacher Accused of Sex with Student](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/teacher-accused-of-sex-with-student/) - Blow the whistle and purse sexual predators
- [Kraft Food Fine for Finger Amputation](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/kraft-food-fine-for-finger-amputation/) - OSHA fine and work comp claim
- [Uber self-driving car kills Pedestrian](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/uber-self-driving-car-kills-pedestrian/) - Raises all types of legal issues. Designer, Uber and driver on hook. Pedestrian crosses in wrong area?
- [Highest Value Workers' Compensation Cases- Shoulders](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/highest-value-workers-compensation-cases-shoulders/) - shoulder injuries result in some of the highest value settlements in Illinois Work Comp
- [Springfield Grad Dies in NYC Helicopter Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/springfield-grad-dies-in-nyc-helicopter-crash/) - lawsuit against all parties that may be involved is usual approach
- [Nonopioids and Pain Relief](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/nonopioids-and-pain-relief/) - Opioid use is a hot topic in work injury and disability cases
- [Family Caught in Insurance Nightmare](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/family-caught-in-insurance-nightmare/) - check on at fault drivers insurance and work comp coverage
- [Highest Value Workers' Compensation Injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/highest-value-workers-compensation-injuries/) - body parts that may result in the highest value work injuries
- [Normal West Student Critically Injured in Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/normal-west-student-critically-injured-in-crash/) - classic negligence accident for failure to obey traffic signal
- [Opioid Crisis Hits Midwest](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/opioid-crisis-hits-midwest/) - Massive number of opioid lawsuits being consolidated in Ohio Federal court
- [What  About that Social Security Disability Backlog?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/what-about-that-social-security-disability-backlog/) - Do something. People are dying while they wait for their Social Security Disability benefits.
- [What A Work Comp Settlement Looks Like](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/03/what-a-work-comp-settlement-looks-like/) - what goes into an Illinois Work Comp settlement to determine the monetary permanency award
- [Accused Child Molester Linked to 2 St Louis Children's Organizations](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/02/accused-child-molester-linked-to-2-st-louis-childrens-organizations/) - Sickening. Hope he gets 100 years in jail.
- [Nokomis Man Killed in Car Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/02/nokomis-man-killed-in-car-crash/) - insurance may still have to pay even if alcohol and cell phone involved
- [Addiction and Social Security Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/02/addiction-and-social-security-disability/) - Make sure that you seek treatment for drug or alcohol addiction to help your Social Security disability case
- [What You Can Get From Illinois Work Comp Law](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/02/what-you-can-get-from-illinois-work-comp-law/) - Illinois work comp law gets you medical benefits, TTD, and settlement
- [Fake Nurse placed under house arrest](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/02/fake-nurse-placed-under-house-arrest/) - hospital and hiring agency are at risk for lawsuit due to negligent hiring if anyone is injured
- [Code Violations and Injury Cases](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/02/code-violations-and-injury-cases/) - negligence may be proven through code violations that are linked to personal injuries
- [Healthcare: A dilemma for the injured and disabled](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/02/healthcare-a-dilemma-for-the-injured-and-disabled/) - get some direction from a lawyer to find the health insurance you need
- [Delay in Your Injury Case May Lead to Ruin](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/02/delay-in-your-injury-case-may-lead-to-ruin/) - get help right away from your doctor and lawyer to protect your injury and disability case
- [Unit 5 bus overturns in Bloomington Illinois](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/02/unit-5-bus-overturns-in-bloomington-illinois/) - parents may file damage lawsuit on behalf of minor child
- [Broken Bones and Social Security Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/02/broken-bones-and-social-security-disability/) - if you have severe osteoporosis look into filing for Social Security Disability
- [Chicago Professor Accused of Harassment](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/02/chicago-professor-accused-of-harassment/) - victims fight back against abusers
- [How Long Does It Take to Get Social Security Disability ?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/02/how-long-does-it-take-to-get-social-security-disability/) - Social Security Disability takes a long time but do not give up
- [Fetal Alcohol Disorder is a Major Problem and may result in SSI benefits](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/02/fetal-alcohol-disorder-is-a-major-problem-and-may-result-in-ssi-benefits/) - contact a children's SSI lawyer to discuss benefits for your disabled child
- [Springfield Man Accused in fatal wreck found not guilty](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/02/springfield-man-accused-in-fatal-wreck-found-not-guilty/) - The driver may be tried for negligent driving and may have to pay damages even if he escapes criminal charges
- [Misuse of Antipsychotics in Nursing Homes](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/02/misuse-of-antipsychotics-in-nursing-homes/) - protect the rights of your loved ones in a nursing home
- [Important Attorney Fee Information for Injury and Disability Cases](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/02/important-attorney-fee-information-for-injury-and-disability-cases/) - Attorney Fees for injury, work comp and disability cases
- [Bloomington Illinois Woman Dies in Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/bloomington-illinois-woman-dies-in-crash/) - accident reconstruction is important in explaining cause of collision.
- [Missouri Pastor Guilty of Taking Social Security Benefits](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/missouri-pastor-guilty-of-taking-social-security-benefits/) - you may work part time and receive Social Security Disability benefits , but you must report your earnings to SSA
- [Pilot from Congerville killed in Plane Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/pilot-from-congerville-killed-in-plane-crash/) - pilot's family may sue plane maker or company who serviced plane
- [The State of Disability in Illinois](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/the-state-of-disability-in-illinois/) - A breakdown of approval rates by Illinois Hearing Offices
- [Chicago Man Shot to Death during Robbery](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/chicago-man-shot-to-death-during-robbery/) - families of people killed at work may claim work comp death benefits
- [Classic Abuser Cover up](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/classic-abuser-cover-up/) - You must tell everyone when you are abused. Where there is smoke there is a big fire.
- [Two Survive Helicopter Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/two-survive-helicopter-crash/) - two cases may be involved. Work comp and negligence.
- [What to Do When Bad Things Happen](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/what-to-do-when-bad-things-happen/) - document everything when you are injured
- [Sexual Harassment Backlash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/sexual-harassment-backlash/) - you must have strong support to pursue a sexual harassment claim
- [Passenger dies in Car Crash](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/passenger-dies-in-car-crash/) - passenger may sue driver of car in some situations
- [Applying for Social Security Disability](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/applying-for-social-security-disability/) - get some tips to help you with social security disability
- [Your Injury Case- What the Judge Sees](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/your-injury-case-what-the-judge-sees/) - Work Comp, Auto Collision, or Disability case make sure your present your best to the Judge
- [Bloomington Illinois Spine Surgeon](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/bloomington-illinois-spine-surgeon/) - Dr Kukkar concentrates in minimally invasive spine surgeries
- [Porn and Meth Charges Against Priest](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/porn-and-meth-charges-for-priest/) - Victims may use other charges to prove their own case.
- [Police Officer who was Shot goes into Rehab](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/police-officer-who-was-shot-goes-into-rehab/) - Illinois work comp covers off work pay, all related medical treatment and a settlement
- [Do Not Let These Bad Examples Ruin Your Injury Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/do-not-let-these-bad-examples-ruin-your-injury-case/) - report your injury right away, treat with a doctor right away
- [What Dealing with Social Security is Like](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/what-dealing-with-social-security-is-like/) - get help with your social security disability
- [Bartender Shot During Attempted Robbery](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2018/01/bartender-shot-during-attempted-robbery/) - Injured worker may receive work comp settlement if hurt in a robbery
- [2017 End of the Year Tip for Your Injury Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/12/2017-end-of-the-year-tip-for-your-injury-case/) - 2017 end of the year tips to help your injury case
- [Sexual Harassment Law Evolves](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/12/sexual-harassment-law-evolves/) - It takes time for sexual harassment law to change
- [Social Security Nightmare](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/12/social-security-nightmare/) - Takes far too long to get a social security disability decision
- [Merry Christmas](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/12/merry-christmas-10/) - No question we live in a broken world. The beauty of Christmas is the promise of light and healing eventually. Then your light will break forth like the dawn, and your healing will quickly appear...Isaiah 58:8 Have a blessed and meaningful Christmas!
- [USA Gymnastics Paid to Silence Victim](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/12/usa-gymnastics-paid-to-silence-victim/) - Stop the silencing of sexual abuse victims
- [Social Security Disability Facts](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/12/social-security-disability-facts/) - Make sure to contact a social security disability lawyer right away if you think you are disabled
- [Amtrak Derailment Results in Multiple Casualties and Deaths](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/12/amtrak-derailment-results-in-multiple-casualties-and-deaths/) - Lawsuit will target many parties for damages
- [Straight Talk About Sex Misconduct Cases](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/12/straight-talk-about-sex-misconduct-cases/) - Beyond all the legal details it takes a lot of courage to step forward and call out sexual predators
- [Bloomington Nursing Home Reduces Numbers to Address Problems](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/12/bloomington-nursing-home-reduces-numbers-to-address-problems/) - Nursing home residents subject to abuse and neglect may sue for damages.
- [Nurse awarded over $5 Million for Firing after Abuse report](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/12/nurse-awarded-over-5-million-for-firing-after-abuse-report/) - Facility penalized for trying to get nurse to engage in wrongful actions.
- [Another Sexual Misconduct Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/12/another-sexual-misconduct-case/) - lawsuits may remind sexual predators to stop
- [What to do When You Face Sexual Harassment](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/12/what-to-do-when-you-face-sexual-harassment/) - Unwanted sexual advances, lewd comments, and taking advantage of others in employment situations or work environments is certainly in the news. What do you do if you find yourself a victim of these situations? Make sure you document whatever you can. Keep copies of emails, notes, texts, voice mails. Compare experiences with co-workers or other
- [Drunk Driver causes life threatening injuries](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/12/drunk-driver-causes-life-threatening-injuries/) - Way bad situation when there is no insurance, no license and a drunk driver
- [Actor sues agent Groper](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/12/actor-sues-agent-groper/) - Sue them to keep their hands to themselves
- [Missouri Officer shot by handcuffed suspect](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/12/missouri-officer-shot-by-handcuffed-suspect/) - Police may sue for work comp benefits if injured in line of duty. This would include off work pay, medical treatment and value of injury
- [Bill O'Reilly Sued for Defamation](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/12/bill-oreilly-sued-for-defamation/) - There is more than one way to sue. The original claim, and for violation of the settlement agreement.
- [What to do When You Face the Judge](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/what-to-do-when-you-face-the-judge/) - Whether it is your injury or disability case top tips to help you
- [Archdiocese Ordered to Pay in Porn Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/archdiocese-ordered-to-pay-in-porn-case/) - Employers must be careful when they discipline and fire employees
- [New York Study of Lawsuits](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/new-york-study-of-lawsuits/) - Probably not that different in Illinois. Most cases settle and amount of settlement is under $35,000
- [Sexual Harassment Claims Difficult to Track](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/sexual-harassment-claims-difficult-to-track/) - http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-harassment-claims-city-20171122-story.html Click above to read. Shows the troubles large organizations have in keeping track of sexual harassment claims. This is not a defense. The company or organization must take reasonable steps to prevent and stop harassment. They may be subject to civil lawsuits seeking civil damages.
- [Happy Thanksgiving](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/happy-thanksgiving-10/) - For some it has been a difficult year. Yet we can still give thanks for the slivers of light that send the darkness away. A brief foreshadowing of God's promises of a better future and hope. May thanksgiving fill our hearts.
- [family-of-man-killed-in-deadly-traffic-stop-sues-rockford](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/family-of-man-killed-in-deadly-traffic-stop-sues-rockford/) - Must prove negligence on part of city, police or individual and it lead to injuries or death
- [Lawsuit against Hastert Dismissed.](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/lawsuit-against-hastert-dismissed/) - Abusers in power take advantage of the powerless
- [What Matters In Your Injury Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/what-matters-in-your-injury-case/) - Protect yourself in your work injury case
- [Las Vegas shooting lawsuits stack up with 14 more filed | Belleville News-Democrat](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/las-vegas-shooting-lawsuits-stack-up-with-14-more-filed-belleville-news-democrat/) - Many connected with concert and shooter are being sued. Difficult cases to win
- [Wait times for Social Security benefit appeals leave people in limbo](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/wait-times-for-social-security-benefit-appeals-leave-people-in-limbo/) - got keep on trying because if you cannot work what else can you do except wait for disability
- [Sex abuse in Hollywood, Alabama and beyond: The Short List](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/sex-abuse-in-hollywood-alabama-and-beyond-the-short-list/) - Victims may sue for money damages
- [What to Expect from Your Work Comp Case](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/what-to-expect-from-your-work-comp-case/) - Look for these benefits in your Illinois Work Comp case
- [Workers' Comp in Plain English: A Breakdown of the Process for Employees | HuffPost](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/workers-comp-in-plain-english-a-breakdown-of-the-process-for-employees-huffpost/) - Call your Illinois Work Comp lawyer right away to protect your work injury case
- [Family of woman struck, killed by Pontiac police car sues | Local Crime & Courts | pantagraph.com](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/family-of-woman-struck-killed-by-pontiac-police-car-sues-local-crime-courts-pantagraph-com/) - Police may be sued. Family may recover for death of loved one
- [Weinstein: Timeline of Hollywood success and hidden abuse - USA TODAY](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/weinstein-timeline-of-hollywood-success-and-hidden-abuse-usa-today/) - Victims may sue the abuser and corporations that allow illegal acts
- [How to Work as a Team with Your Lawyer](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/how-to-work-as-a-team-with-your-lawyer/) - Working as a team gets the most value out of your injury and disability case
- [Probe continues after 2 kids hit by car near Westville trunk-or-treat event | News-Gazette.com](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/11/probe-continues-after-2-kids-hit-by-car-near-westville-trunk-or-treat-event-news-gazette-com/) - Investigation report and witnesses are important in these type of cases
- [Northbound I-55 reopens after semi hits IDOT truck](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/northbound-i-55-reopens-after-semi-hits-idot-truck/) - Injured employee may file Work Comp claim and lawsuit against semi driver
- [Man sues St. Charles nursing home where his mom caught fire while smoking | St. Charles | stltoday.com](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/man-sues-st-charles-nursing-home-where-his-mom-caught-fire-while-smoking-st-charles-stltoday-com/) - Damages will be high. Mom died. Must be able to defend allowing disabled woman to smoke.
- [How Not to Be Afraid of Using a Lawyer](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/how-not-to-be-afraid-of-using-a-lawyer/) - follow some of the tips and get some attorney help to win your case
- [Teen who threw fatal punch gets probation | News-Gazette.com](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/teen-who-threw-fatal-punch-gets-probation-news-gazette-com/) - Damages for money in death cases
- [Jurors to soon consider case of man mysteriously shot in cop's home | Chicago Sun-Times](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/jurors-to-soon-consider-case-of-man-mysteriously-shot-in-cops-home-chicago-sun-times/) - Civil damages, lawsuit, police, lawyer
- [Lawsuit filed against nursing home over resident photos | Local Crime & Courts | pantagraph.com](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/lawsuit-filed-against-nursing-home-over-resident-photos-local-crime-courts-pantagraph-com/) - Privacy and dignity claim. What are the damages? What will insurance company pay.
- [Top Tip to Help Your Injury Case?](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/top-tip-to-help-your-injury-case/) - Tell your doctor right away what caused your injury
- [I lost everything waiting for disability assistance. And I’m not the only one. - The Washington Post](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/i-lost-everything-waiting-for-disability-assistance-and-im-not-the-only-one-the-washington-post/) - Takes much too long to get to court and get a Social Security Disability decision
- [Hot-air balloon crash: Pilot's bad decisions caused worst in history](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/hot-air-balloon-crash-pilots-bad-decisions-caused-worst-in-history/) - Lawsuit will target pilot, company and others who allowed pilot to fly
- [The Catholic Church knew he was an abuser, but helped him get a job in public schools - LA Times](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/the-catholic-church-knew-he-was-an-abuser-but-helped-him-get-a-job-in-public-schools-la-times/) - Hard to stop this abuse with criminal and civil laws
- [Get A Lawyer Right Away If This Happens](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/get-a-lawyer-right-away-if-this-happens/) - Do not let the insurance companies take advantage of you
- [Supreme Court declines review of firefighter death case | Local Crime & Courts | pantagraph.com](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/supreme-court-declines-review-of-firefighter-death-case-local-crime-courts-pantagraph-com/) - Family may still attempt to recover money for wrongful death case
- [St. Louis priest settles part of civil case against accuser and clergy abuse survivor's group | Law and order | stltoday.com](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/st-louis-priest-settles-part-of-civil-case-against-accuser-and-clergy-abuse-survivors-group-law-and-order-stltoday-com/) - Sexual abuse cases are long, drawn out, and messy
- [Alton car wash employee dies in 'tragic accident' after car accelerates into ditch | Law and order | stltoday.com](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/alton-car-wash-employee-dies-in-tragic-accident-after-car-accelerates-into-ditch-law-and-order-stltoday-com/) - Illinois Work Comp law provides death benefits
- [Things Not to Do in Your Social Security Hearing](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/things-not-to-do-in-your-social-security-hearing/) - Do not represent yourself in your disability case
- [Champaign pedestrian killed | News-Gazette.com](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/champaign-pedestrian-killed-news-gazette-com/) - Van hits and kills Champaign man
- [Sheriff's office: Athens woman uses social media while brandishing gun](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/sheriffs-office-athens-woman-uses-social-media-while-brandishing-gun/) - Do not do stupid stuff online. It may ruin your case.
- [Father of woman who died after being found unconscious in Des Peres police cell sues city | Law and order | stltoday.com](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/10/father-of-woman-who-died-after-being-found-unconscious-in-des-peres-police-cell-sues-city-law-and-order-stltoday-com/) - Difficult cases, but may result in large verdicts
- [Watch Out- Danger in Completing Workers Compensation Forms](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/09/watch-out-danger-in-completing-workers-compensation-forms/) - What you put in writing is important for Illinois Work Comp case
- [Death by Forklift is Really the PITs -- Occupational Health & Safety](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/09/death-by-forklift-is-really-the-pits-occupational-health-safety/) - Be careful out there. Avoid work accidents.
- [LeRoy officer injured while making arrest | Local Crime & Courts | pantagraph.com](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/09/leroy-officer-injured-while-making-arrest-local-crime-courts-pantagraph-com/) - Illinois work comp benefits for police injured on job
- [Woman fatally struck by vehicle, causing multi-vehicle crash in Lisle | Chicago Sun-Times](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/09/woman-fatally-struck-by-vehicle-causing-multi-vehicle-crash-in-lisle-chicago-sun-times/) - Chicago area injury. Walkers have right to roadway also.
- [Top Thing to Do When You are Injured](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/09/top-thing-to-do-when-you-are-injured/) - The first thing you should do when you are injured, whether it be at work or in a vehicle collision, is to report it to your work or the police. Documentation is very important in work injury or motor vehicle accident cases. You must be able to prove all aspects of your case from accident
- [Social Security disability backlog tops 1 million; thousands die on waitlist – The Denver Post](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/09/social-security-disability-backlog-tops-1-million-thousands-die-on-waitlist-the-denver-post/) - More than 1 million person backlog for Social Security Disability
- [Missouri trooper gets 10 days 'shock time' plus two years probation in handcuffed drowning death | Law and order | stltoday.com](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/09/missouri-trooper-gets-10-days-shock-time-plus-two-years-probation-in-handcuffed-drowning-death-law-and-order-stltoday-com/) - Missouri trooper jailed for drowning death of boater
- [Tollway worker fatally struck by semi on I-294 | Chicago Sun-Times](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/09/tollway-worker-fatally-struck-by-semi-on-i-294-chicago-sun-times/) - 2 cases work comp and negligence for wrongful death
- [Highlights of Illinois Townships Meeting Re SSI and Social Security Disability.](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/09/highlights-of-illinois-townships-meeting-re-ssi-and-social-security-disability/) - Help with SSI and SSDI
- [At least 8 dead after Florida nursing home left with no A/C from Irma - CNN](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/09/at-least-8-dead-after-florida-nursing-home-left-with-no-ac-from-irma-cnn/) - Damages for negligence and wrongful death
- [A nursing assistant was caught in the crossfire. Now she's paralyzed. | Law and order | stltoday.com](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/09/a-nursing-assistant-was-caught-in-the-crossfire-now-shes-paralyzed-law-and-order-stltoday-com/) - The law is not much help at times. Shooter is judgment proof. Not on job injury. Social Security Disability
- [Teen found dead in walk-in freezer after hotel party | New York Post](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/09/teen-found-dead-in-walk-in-freezer-after-hotel-party-new-york-post/) - Will take much investigation to determine what happened. Intoxication will be used as a defense against damages.
- [NAMI: '13 Reasons Why' glorifies suicide but recovery is possible | Local News | pantagraph.com](https://ildisabilitylaw.com/2017/09/nami-13-reasons-why-glorifies-suicide-but-recovery-is-possible-local-news-pantagraph-com/) - BLOOMINGTON — "13 Reasons Why" is an unenlightened way of depicting suicide, said a Stanford woman who lives with mental illness and attempted suicide nine years ago. Source: NAMI: '13 Reasons Why' glorifies suicide but recovery is possible | Local News | pantagraph.com Make sure to read this. Call for help if you need it.

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