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Workers’ Comp and Long-Term Disability – What’s the Difference?

Published on: December 19, 2019 | By Hart David Carson LLP

A work injury may lead to a long-term disability, in some cases permanently limiting one’s ability to work. In Illinois, disability benefits are available under workers’ compensation, though there is one other option available as well—Social Security disability insurance (SSDI). These two types of benefits work in different ways, and it’s important to know which will benefit you most in the event of a job-related injury.

Workers’ Compensation

The ultimate purpose of workers’ compensation is to cover your expenses in the event of a work-related injury. In Illinois, that typically means medical expenses and related costs, though it can cover lost wages, job rehabilitation, and long-term disability, especially if an injury leaves you permanently crippled.

Challenges of Commercial Truck Accident Cases

Published on: November 19, 2019 | By Hart David Carson LLP

Accidents involving tractor trailers and other large commercial vehicles can be devastating. Recovering enough to pay for your injuries can be a challenge in these cases, partly due to how these types of lawsuits work.

While it may be simple enough to prove that the truck driver was indeed at fault for your injuries, actually recovering damages may prove a challenge.

Complications and Challenges with Truck Accident Cases

Can a Slip and Fall Accident Cause Serious Injury?

Published on: October 31, 2019 | By Hart David Carson LLP

Slipping and falling on a floor or walkway may not always seem immediately serious, but the truth is slip, trip, and fall accidents can have severe results. According to the CDC, roughly between 20% and 30% of slip and fall accidents result in moderate to severe injuries, including fractures and head trauma.

Quick Facts About Slip and Fall Injuries

The following facts and statistics show just how serious these types of injuries can get:

How Are Workers’ Compensation Settlements Calculated?

Published on: October 25, 2019 | By Hart David Carson LLP

If you have been injured at work, you may decide to settle your claim instead of receiving ongoing workers’ compensation benefits. Settling can impact how much compensation you’d receive, and there are various factors that go into calculating the amount.

Expenses Covered By Workers’ Comp

One of the factors involved in calculating a workers’ compensation settlement is the total amount of benefits you’d be eligible to receive. In Illinois, workers’ comp is designed to cover the following:

Are Workers’ Compensation Settlements Public Record?

Published on: October 11, 2019 | By Hart David Carson LLP

The vast majority of workers’ compensation claims are resolved through settlements. A workers’ comp settlement is an agreement between you and the other party (in this case your employer’s insurance company) that you’ll stop pursuing your claim in return for a specific sum of money.

If you’re worried that these settlements are public record, the answer is a bit complex. In the state of Illinois, they are technically public information, but they aren’t easily accessible.

Illinois Workers’ Comp Settlements Are Public Information