Representing Injured Workers in the Chicago Area
If you can't do your normal job due to a work-related illness or injury, you are entitled to benefits from workers' compensation. However, many people don't receive all of the benefits they deserve because they weren't aware of the rules.
At the Law Offices of Chad M.Hayward, P.C., in Chicago, our lawyers offer a free initial consultation to answer your questions about the workers' compensation system. Our lawyers represent injured workers in the Chicago area and throughout northern Illinois.
Am I Eligible for Workers' Compensation?
You are eligible for workers' compensation as long as your illness or injury is work-related — even if your condition is an aggravation of an existing illness or injury.
Examples of compensable illnesses and injuries include:
- Neck and back injuries
- Ankle, knee and leg injuries
- Hand, wrist, elbow and arm injuries
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Respiratory illness caused by exposure to dust or toxic substances
What Should I Do if I Am Injured?
You need to provide notice of the illness or injury to your employer. You also need to obtain medical care from a workers' compensation doctor. Our lawyers will explain the application process during your free consultation.
If your request for workers' compensation is turned down, you should contact a lawyer as soon as possible to appeal the decision.
What Benefits Are Available From Workers' Compensation?
Injured workers are entitled to three main benefits from workers' compensation:
- Free medical care for as long as you are injured
- A weekly benefit check to replace lost wages
- A lump sum payment for any percentage of disability that remains after you reach maximum medical improvement
Our attorneys handle workers' compensation cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning we charge no fees unless we are successful in obtaining benefits for you.
Talk to Our Workers' Compensation Lawyers
To schedule a free initial consultation about your workers' compensation claim with an attorney at our Chicago law office, call 888-804-8641 or fill out the contact form on this Web site. We have staff members who speak Spanish.
