If a person is uncertain whether his or her injury/illness is worthy of a workers comp claim, then that person should consult an Illinois workers compensation attorney.
Union Members Truck Drivers Factory Workers Railroad Workers Construction Workers
Union Members
Chicago Unions, traditionally, are an influential unit with long-established political roots. No matter how strong a unions political ties may be, union workers whove been injured at work still have adversaries to deal with. If a union member is injured on the job or becomes ill, he or she still needs to provide for their family.
Union Workers
For a union member, the affects of a serious injury or illness may go deeper than financial problems.\ An injury or illness may affect a union members medical care, substitute housing, transportation or financial aid for college tuition. Whether this setback keeps a person from working for days or ends his or hers career, that person should seek help from a work accident attorney.
Truck Drivers
Truck drivers work long hours without sleep. At times, a trucker will drive for approximately 13 to 20 hour shifts without proper rest in order to meet a deadline. Lack of focus, sleep or strength can lead to fatal accidents, even if its not the drivers fault.
Truck Drivers
Unfortunately, accidents do happen and oftentimes cause injuries. Truck drivers whove been injured as a result of someone elses negligence or carelessness from another driver should seek legal assistance from an Illinois truck accident lawyer.
Truck Drivers
Following a truck accident, drivers may be permitted to a certain amount of reimbursement to help with medical bills and loss of work. Truck injury attorneys can help with problems related to: o Current and forthcoming medical expenses o Pain and suffering o Disfigurement o Physical impairment o Hospital stays o Lost earnings
Truck Drivers
Consulting an Illinois truck accident lawyer can help truckers get the compensation theyll need to recover from their injuries and get back to work.
Factory Workers
Much like other Illinois employers, factory companies implement safety guidelines at their factories/warehouses to ensure their workers are out of harm's way while on the job.
However, most factories witness persistent and severe injuries every year, due to a lack of practice and maintenance of proper safety.
Factory Workers
Countless factory workers experience the following injuries:
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Factory Workers
Factory workers living near the windy city should always seek advice from a Chicago workers comp lawyer to make sure theyre appropriately compensated from a work-related injury.
Railroad Workers
The following are some examples of injuries and conditions experienced by even the toughest railroad workers:
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Ligament & soft tissue damage Complicated breathing and poisoning from industrial chemicals & solvents Tension-related injuries, such as back strain Substantial medical expenses Possible death
Construction Accidents
Working construction is a dangerous job. All surrounding elements are potentially unsafe, whether its the tools a worker uses or the severe weather affecting a worksite. Therefore, all types of accidents and injuries are common for workers in this profession.
Construction Accidents
With the help of a construction accident attorney, injured workers can do one of two things: File for workers comp lawyers file a claim and work with your employers insurance company to receive suitable benefits/medical expenses. File for personal injury if someone else is found liable for your injury, lawyers seek legal action against the person or entity responsible.
Medical Care Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) Benefits Permanent Total Disability (PTD) Benefits Temporary Total Disability (TTD) Benefits Settlement Survivors Benefits
The personal injury lawyers at Malman Law can offer you the best legal assistance in the Chicagoland and Illinois area. For more information on workers comp and additional legal aid, visit www.malmanlaw.com
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