Workplace Injuries And Workers’ Compensation Claims
Workplace accidents can cause any number of injuries. Most serious injuries prevent victims from being able to work and provide for their families. When you cannot work, you need benefits to help cover medical costs and lost wages. If you have been hurt in a workplace accident and are unsure of your rights, the next step is to contact a lawyer.
Gesmer & Reynolds, P.C., offers straightforward legal representation for those who have been injured in workplace accidents throughout Illinois. We are highly knowledgeable of workers’ compensation law and maintain a proven track record representing clients facing serious injuries.
Your Guides Through The Workers’ Comp System
Understanding even the basics of workers’ compensation insurance can be challenging for nonlawyers. We take a hands-on approach to working with our clients and make sure they understand the legal issues of their claim. We handle cases involving all types of workplace injuries, ranging from fractures to amputations, and represent claims in a variety of industries in northern Illinois where injures may occur. No injury claim is too challenging for us to handle.
We offer comprehensive representation for our clients, which includes advice on dealing with:
- The steps to take after an injury at work
- Filing for workers’ comp benefits
- Making sure you receive a fair settlement
- Appealing denied claims
- Retaliation for filing a workers’ compensation claim, including wrongful termination
- Claims involving the aggravation or exacerbation of existing injuries or illnesses
- Returning to work after an injury
For further information, you can read our Workers’ Comp FAQs page.
You Are Our Top Priority
Our clients are our top priority, and when you retain our services, you have 100 percent of our attention. As your case progresses, you can expect to receive updates and be informed about legal issues (if they arise) and the options you can pursue. Our goal is to resolve your claim as quickly as possible, but we are never willing to compromise our integrity.
Contact Our Firm Today
To schedule your first appointment, please contact us at 815-216-9471. There is no charge for the first consultation. We are flexible when scheduling appointments. Your first appointment will be directly with one of our attorneys. Our firm is in Rockford, Illinois, and we handle cases throughout the surrounding area.