Workers' Compensation - February 10, 2025

Many injured workers worry that insurance companies or employers will use their past medical history as an excuse to deny or reduce their claim. At Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, our Chicago workers’ compensation attorneys understand how state law is supposed to protect workers—even those with pre-existing conditions. This guide will explain whether workers’ compensation covers…

Workers' Compensation - February 7, 2025

Illinois workers’ compensation laws are designed to compensate employees for job-related injuries or medical issues and help them return to working and earning. Sometimes, the workers’ injuries prevent them from returning to their previous jobs, and they need vocational training to rejoin the workforce. A Chicago workers’ compensation attorney from Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates can…

Workers' Compensation - January 13, 2025

In Illinois, workers’ compensation laws can provide coverage for mental health claims, but the process for proving these claims is often more complex than for physical injuries. At Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, our Chicago workers’ compensation attorneys understand the challenges of pursuing compensation for work-related mental health conditions. This blog explains what you need to…

Workers' Compensation - January 11, 2025

In Illinois, workers’ comp laws apply to most employees, including many seasonal workers, but the rules and eligibility criteria can sometimes be confusing. In this blog, we’ll explain how workers comp for seasonal employees works, what benefits may be available, and how the skilled Chicago workers’ compensation attorneys with Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates can help…

Workers' Compensation - January 10, 2025

Hearing loss is a common occupational hazard, particularly in industries where employees are exposed to high noise levels or hazardous conditions. Whether the hearing loss occurs suddenly due to a traumatic event or gradually from prolonged exposure, it can have a profound impact on your quality of life and ability to work. Fortunately, workers’ compensation…

Workers' Compensation - December 14, 2023

Workers’ compensation and disability insurance are not the same thing. With a clear understanding of workers’ comp vs. disability, you can get the coverage you need if you are hurt at work. Plus, you can partner with a Chicago workers’ compensation attorney to help you pursue compensation from anyone responsible for your on-the-job injury. Horwitz,…

Workers' Compensation - July 18, 2023

Many of the most important worker protections in this country are due to labor unions, groups of two or more employees who work to advance common interests. Safer workplaces, child protections, and 8-hour days are all the result of hard-working unions. If your workplace does not currently have a union but is considering one, you…

Workers' Compensation - July 12, 2023

When hard-working employees are injured on the job, they have the right to seek and collect workers’ compensation benefits. These benefits provide medical coverage and needed income for the injured worker and their households during the recovery period. Many of today’s workers hold second jobs and wonder if they still can still work at one…

Workers' Compensation - May 15, 2023

The workplace is not just a place of employment — it’s a complex ecosystem where various dynamics come into play. These dynamics, positive or negative, affect employees’ well-being and an organization’s overall success. An issue that threatens this equilibrium is workplace violence and injuries. These unfortunate occurrences can significantly affect an employee’s ability to work…

Workers' Compensation - May 9, 2023

Also known as work-from-home employees, remote employees have become an increasingly common part of the workplace, and with that comes questions about workers’ compensation for remote employees. Continue reading to learn more, then contact Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates for personalized guidance about your rights to workers’ comp benefits in Illinois. Eligibility for workers’ compensation benefits…