Workers Compensation

Workers Compensation - December 18, 2017

Michael T. Wierzbicki, a partner and trial attorney at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates answers a listener’s question on Free Legal Advice Friday’s: Is there anything I should do to help my case? There’s a couple things you should to help your case right at the start.

Workers Compensation - June 9, 2017

As a general rule, we recommend that you accept light duty. However, every case is different. Depending on your unique circumstances, it may not be in your best interest to accept light duty. Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates can help you with your workers’ comp light duty case. The legal team of dedicated Chicago workers’ compensation…

Workers Compensation - May 5, 2017

Mitchell W. Horwitz, a principal partner and head of the workers’ compensation department at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates answers a listener’s question on Free Legal Advice Friday’s: Should I report my injury at work to my employer? Yes, you should report it.

Workers Compensation - February 12, 2016

  Who Operates Under the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act? In order for an injured worker to receive workers’ compensation benefits, the employer must be operating under the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act. Three types of employers are “under the Act”: government employers; employers who elect to bring themselves under the Act; and employers who are subject…

Workers Compensation - September 10, 2015

Question: Can my employer send me to a company doctor for evaluation?

Workers Compensation - September 10, 2015

If you were injured at work, you should always ask, “What doctor can I go to under workers’ compensation in Illinois?”  Below, we cover some of the key things you need to know before making your way to a doctor for your work-related injury. It is always a good idea to consult with an experienced…

Workers Compensation - September 9, 2015

Question: What if my employer or its insurance company wants to tape or record me, either by phone or in person?

Workers Compensation - September 9, 2015

  Question: Can my employer or its insurance company speak with my doctor when I am not present?

Workers Compensation - August 26, 2015

  Question: I am no longer able to perform my normal job as a result of my injury at work.  I can’t earn what I used to earn because I can’t do my normal job.   Can I get re-trained so I can earn what I used to earn before my accident?  Can I get wage…

Workers Compensation - August 26, 2015

  Question: I am eligible for a lump sum settlement from a work-comp injury.  I am 63, and I am receiving Social Security retirement benefits.  My attorney told me that Medicare would take a portion of my settlement if the amount were over $250,000.  Is that correct?  The lawyer states that this amount will be…