Illinois law requires that nearly all employers carry workers’ compensation coverage. Employees hurt on the job or diagnosed with illnesses caused by their work may be eligible for the medical coverage and disability benefits provided by workers’ comp. Employees may...
If you’ve been hurt on the job, the last thing you want to worry about is a ticking clock. But in Illinois, the law is very specific about how long you can wait to take action. A delay in filing could mean losing your right to medical care and wage replacement...
Delivery drivers are in high demand. Decades ago, pizza places were among the only businesses that offered immediate delivery to customers. These days, restaurants of all varieties, grocery stores and even hardware stores offer delivery to customers. Many businesses...
After a work injury in Illinois, you may qualify for different benefits depending on how long your impairment lasts and whether you have reached maximum medical improvement (MMI). How temporary disability works Temporary benefits replace wages while you heal. Doctors...
Foote Chavez Law, LLC is proud to announce that Attorney Elizabeth Chavez has been appointed by the Honorable Martha M. Pacold to serve on the Plaintiff’s Steering Committee in Garcia, et al. v. Set Forth, Inc., et al., Case No. 1:24-cv-11688, pending in the United...
Have you been injured at work? When you file a workers' compensation claim in Illinois, your employer's insurance company may require you to undergo an independent medical examination (IME). This is a critical step in your claim, and it’s essential to understand what...
One of the many concerns of people applying for or already receiving workers’ compensation benefits is that they will lose their job. Unfortunately, some employers even tell employees that if they apply for workers’ comp and take necessary time off, that could or will...
When you suffered an injury at work, the last thing you were probably thinking about was properly documenting it. However, when you file a workers’ compensation claim to get the benefits to which you’re entitled, it’s crucial to have full and accurate documentation....
If you’ve been injured on the job in the Prairie State, it’s important to know that you are protected by state law. The Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act advocates for employees who sustain injuries or illnesses on the job. This legislation outlines specific rights...
Factory workers in Illinois often expect to return to their regular shift once a doctor clears them. You show up ready, only to hear that your spot on the line is gone, someone else has it or your only option is fewer hours for less pay. After months of treatment and...
