Workers' compensation benefits can prove to be a critical resource for injured employees. Not only do these benefits cover eligible medical expenses, but they can also replace a portion of your wages. As such, it can be very upsetting to learn that benefits could be...
Rockford Illinois Workers’ Compensation Law Blog
What makes a condition disabling, according to the SSA?
Medical evidenceTo determine disability, the SSA will review closely the medical evidence you submit with your application. This includes tests, treatments, statements from your doctors and medical records. They use this information to determine if your condition is...
Are you allergic to work? Contact dermatitis and the workplace
Is something at work giving you a rash? You're not allergic to work, but you may be allergic to a substance that's in your workplace. Both allergic and irritant contact dermatitis cause rashes with severe itching and can damage the top layers of your skin. You may...
Can you claim workers’ comp after a car accident?
When you're injured on the job, you are entitled to workers' compensation to help with lost wages, medical bills, and other expenses. What if you're injured while driving, though? Niles, Illinois, police officer Rodney Whiteman asked himself this question when his...


