http://bls.gov/regions/midwest/news-release/fatalworkinjuries_illinois.htm
Click above to see Illinois statistics regarding fatal injuries and their causes.
163 fatal work accidents in 2017 (latest year available).
Highest percentage category is transportation incidents.
Illinois law provides for death benefits in certain cases.
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Illinois is also involved in the trend in providing additional protection for injured public safety workers.
Union workers injured on the job usually have some of the highest value cases in Illinois.
The reason is that Union workers typically have some of the highest wages in the State.
Wage rates are a big factor in determining final value of the settlement or award. The higher the hourly rate the higher the settlement.
Union workers have a dangerous job environment. This may result in serious injuries that require surgery.
Surgical repairs also contribute to a higher value settlement.
Workers’ Compensation Arbitrators have historically awarded larger amounts for a surgery.
Be careful that the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Company does not treat you like the average injured worker.
Questions about your work injury? Feel free to contact Illinois Workers’ Compensation Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.
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In many cases Illinois law provides for death benefits for on the job accidents.
If any of these things happen make sure to go see an Illinois Workers’ Compensation Lawyer.
The insurance company is not paying your medical bills, then get a lawyer.
The insurance company is not paying you while off work, then get a lawyer.
The insurance company is not paying your settlement, then get a lawyer.
It does not cost you anything up front to get an Illinois Workers’ Compensation lawyer. The lawyer is only paid if you win money.
Questions? Feel free to contact Illinois Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Dirk May at 309-827-4371.