Workers Compensation Claims
Even in tough times, millions of Americans share in the dignity of honest labor. But honest laborers can be affected by the negligent treatment of employers, contractors, business owners or fellow employees, which can lead to workplace injury accidents.
If you have been injured in a workplace accident as a result of the negligence of others, call our offices for a FREE consultation at 847-777-7777 or fill out our FREE case evaluation form so we can connect you with the right lawyer.
Such accidents cost Americans dearly, especially when workers toil in the construction and industrial arenas. Their injuries may be due to many different types of equipment malfunctions or other safety failures. Workplace injuries can include amputations, TBI, or traumatic brain injury, as well as spinal cord injury, which can result in paralysis. Workers also can suffer crushed or mangled limbs and extremities, as well as broken bones throughout their body. Such serious and costly cases should merit a firm response on workers’ behalf.
For them, the goal is to secure fair and adequate financial compensation for their pain and suffering, for their lost present and future wages, and for their medical expenses.To gain such compensation, a victim may need the right lawyer, an experienced and knowledgeable attorney, who understands the law and what it means for victims. Instant Care can connect you with the right lawyer.
Many such injured workers who need legal help are Hispanic. In fact, the troubling truth is that more Hispanic workers are being injured and killed on the job, even though worker deaths overall have actually dropped, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Instant Care is a bilingual network which readily helps Hispanic workers connect to the right lawyer. Whether English- or Spanish-speaking, victims are encouraged to contact Instant Care. For Chicagoans, sharing in the dignity of work isn’t enough when such work leads to debilitating or catastrophic injury. When that is the case, the right workplace injury lawyer can go to work for you.
TIPS TO HELP YOUR FINANCIAL AND MEDICAL RECOVERY IF YOU ARE HURT AT WORK
1. Report your injury immediately – In Illinois you have 45 days to report an injury. Reporting it immediately starts the benefit process. Report the injury in writing.
2. Consult a medical expert – You have rights, see a doctor no matter how minor the accident or injury. 100% of your medical expenses are covered by workers’ comp insurance. Instant Care can connect you with the right doctor.
3. Keep records – all communication with employer, insurance company or doctor should be documented.
4. Get legal guidance – Get the right advice for your situation and the financial and medical care you deserve. Instant Care can guide you to the right specialized lawyer.
