Illinois employees who get injured at work are entitled to benefits through workers' compensation, which is an insurance program that pays for your medical bills and lost wages while you're recovering. Workers' comp laws vary by state, so we've collected Illinois-specific resources that below break down what you need to know so you can focus on getting better and getting on with your life.
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If you get hurt on the job or fall ill because of a work-related incident in Illinois, workers’ compensation can offer payments to cover your lost wages and medical care while you recover.
After an on-the-job injury, you can qualify for Illinois workers’ compensation to help pay your medical bills and cover some of your lost wages.
If you can’t work because of a work injury or illness, workers’ compensation helps you recover lost wages and pays your medical bills.
If you have a work-related injury or illness, you can collect wage replacement and medical care benefits for a limited time through Illinois workers’ compensation.
Negotiating a fair workers’ comp settlement requires you to know what payment benefits you’re entitled to and what medical treatment you could need in the future.
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