Review this information about workers’ comp and doctors
If you’ve been injured on the job, workers’ compensation is there to back you up for medical payments, lost wages, and more. However, it’s not always as simple as filing a claim and receiving payments. The system is more nuanced than that, and you should always be in contact with a qualified workers’ comp lawyer if you’ve sustained injuries on the job. Many times, people miss out on benefits because they don’t understand the complexities of workers’ comp laws. Read this post for some background info on workers’ comp, and call a professional when you need help!
What are the steps to the workers’ comp process?
The process can differ depending on your case. However, the general process is as follows. Be sure to consult your personal attorney for more detailed information about the workers’ comp claims process.
- First, notify your employer within 45 days of an injury or 90 days of exposure to radiation.
- Next, your employer will notify their workers’ comp insurer or administrator, which determines your eligibility for benefits.
- If approved, you’ll begin receiving payments.
- If denied, we prepare a case to take before the Workers’ Compensation Commission to prove the cause of your injuries.
How long do I have to file a claim?
In the state of Illinois, you have 45 days from an injury and 90 days from exposure to radiation to notify your employer. The statute of limitations for filing a claim is three years from the date that you notified your employer.
How much could I win?
It’s important to be clear that this is not a lawsuit. It’s a system put in place to provide relief to injured workers. The benefits you receive will be based solely on the severity of the injury, the occupation you held, the hours you worked, the wages you lost, and other work-related details.
What if my claim is denied?
Once the claim is denied, the case goes before the Workers’ Compensation Commission, which is the governing body that will ultimately decide your eligibility for benefits – we can represent you in those proceedings.
Can I choose my own doctor?
Yes. In the State of Illinois, you’re allowed to visit two doctors of your own choosing and any physicians you’re referred to by those doctors. This allows injured people the ability to have a say in their own care and to receive an impartial examination.
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