Its hard to deny that climate change really does seem to be making its mark this summer of 2022. Repeated heat waves are rolling across the Midwest, creating the conditions for a variety of related injuries or illnesses. And when an employee suffers injury or sickness...
Month: June 2022
More danger for workers at Dollar General stores
Another report from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) says that some Dollar General stores continue to expose workers to serious hazards and dangerous risks. This is despite OSHA’s previous citations against the retailer. Back in December 2021,...
The accident was my fault. Am I still covered by workers’ comp?
In general, yes. Illinois workers’ compensation is a no-fault system. Essentially, all that is required is that you be an employee of a company covered by workers’ comp and that you have been injured or sickened while on the job. You are generally covered even if you...
Can a mental illness qualify me for Social Security Disability?
Yes, if you cannot work and will not be able to work for at least 12 months. Mental illnesses can be disabling, and the Social Security Administration recognizes that fact. For the purposes of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security...
