Workers' compensation lawyers in Illinois
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Workers’ compensation lawyers near Illinois
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Black & Jones
308 W State St, Rockford, IL 61101
Black & Jones has been representing workers' compensation claimants since 2000. Their clients say they stay in touch throughout the process, answer questions thoroughly, and are prompt, encouraging, and patient. Black & Jones offers free consultations and doesn’t charge upfront fees.
Workers’ compensation in Illinois
See how compensation in Illinois compares to the rest of the country.
124,800
residents who file for workers' comp per year
12
median days out of work
66.7%
percent of former wages paid
Your temporary total disability benefit (TTD) amount will be two-thirds of your average weekly wage (AWW) before taxes. If you reach your maximum medical improvement and still can't work, you may receive permanent disabiltiy benefits — which are calculated differently.
3
waiting period in days
You need to be out of work for a certain number of days to receive payments for lost work. Each state has a waiting period of between three and seven days set by law.
MMI
max weeks receiving payments
You can continue to receive payments for temporary total disability until a doctor certifies you’ve reached your “maximum medical improvement” — or MMI — from your injuries. If at this time your condition has stabilized, but you still can’t work like you used to, you may qualify for permanent disability benefits.
3
years to file after injury
You'll have three years after your injury to file for workers' compensation. You'll want to inform your employer you were hurt much earlier than this — ideally, as soon the incident occurs.
Workers’ compensation: Why work with a lawyer?
Workers' Compensation: Why work with a lawyer?
While the workers’ compensation process may seem straightforward, it’s hard to know whether your settlement, your medical care, and your work accommodations are fair. Workers’ comp lawyers help you claim the maximum possible payout. They also make the process less stressful — mediating between doctors, employers, and insurance companies. Best of all, lawyers don’t charge anything upfront; they only get paid when you win or settle.
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FAQs about workers' compensation
Do I need a workers' compensation lawyer in Illinois ?
If your injuries are very minor, and you spend little (or no) time away from work, then a lawyer may not be much help. But if you require medical attention, miss work, or return to work on “light duty” — a workers’ compensation lawyer can ensure you get the care and payout you deserve. In fact, workers’ compensation payouts average 5x as much when a lawyer gets involved.
How much do workers' compensation lawyers charge in Illinois ?
Workers’ compensation lawyers charge nothing upfront. They only get paid once you win or settle. In Illinois, the maximum a lawyer can charge is 20% of your initial settlement amount (if you reject your initial settlement, and your lawyer gets you a better payout, they can sometimes exceed that 20% rate on the additional earnings). Because they’re paid a percentage of your payout, lawyers are incentivized to get you the best outcome possible.
How does Atticus find the right lawyer for me?
Our Harvard and Stanford-trained lawyers vet workers’ compensation firms nationwide, and invite the top firms into our network. To get matched, you'll fill out our 2-minute workers’ comp quiz and talk briefly with one of our client advocates. They'll consider your case details and find the lawyer who's the best fit for you.