Workers’ Compensation

Employers in Illinois must develop plans to reduce the number of accidents that occur in the workplace. Staying safe at work means developing policies and procedures that provide the safest, most efficient environment for your employees. Review OSHA guidelines The...

Dealing with an injury at work can be challenging. Your injuries could take a long time to heal, leaving you unable to work and unsure if you will be able to pay your bills. In the midst of an injury and climbing bills, another expense at the doctor’s office may sound...

All businesses in Illinois come with their own set of implicit and explicit hazards, but machine shops are particularly dangerous. Knowing the potential hazards could be your best foot forward when it comes to mitigating or eliminating them. Here are some common...

Temperatures in Illinois regularly fall into the single digits during the winter months, which places workers who spend a considerable amount of time outdoors vulnerable to hypothermia. This is a condition that develops when the body loses more warmth than it can...

People who live in Illinois sometimes suffer injuries that prevent them from working. Back injuries can be particularly debilitating. It’s important to know whether you can collect workers’ compensation in this situation. How common are back injuries? Back injuries...

Workers' compensation claims show that truck drivers have some of the highest rates of shoulder injuries in Illinois. If you're a truck driver, it's important to be aware of the risks and take steps to prevent these injuries from occurring. How do shoulder injuries...

Residents of Illinois who work on construction sites are particularly prone to on-the-job injuries. Depending on your responsibilities, you may suffer certain types of injuries that are common if you use a forklift while working. Fortunately, if you're hurt while on...

Working in manufacturing is unlike many other work environments because so many people are typically moving in a confined space or in conjunction with other employees. The opportunity for accidents to occur is prevalent at all times, and sometimes even more so when...

If you are a nurse, you have a higher likelihood of on-the-job injury than people in many other Illinois professions. From heavy lifting to dealing with patients who may turn violent and more, there are a number of hazards that you face that could lead to an injury....