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How Do I Know If My Employer Is Covered By Workers' Compensation?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Any worker injured in Illinois is covered under the Workers` Compensation Act. You are also covered if you were hired in Illinois but are injured while working in another state or while working in another state and your employers` principle place of employment is in Illinois.

How Long After An Injury Do I Have To Report It To My Employer?

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 21:51:22 GMT

You should notify your employer immediately of any work related injury. Illinois law states that notification must be given within 45 days from the date of the injury. If you fail to give notice of your injury within this 45day window, you may loose all rights and benefits under the Workers` Compensation Act.

If I Am Injured On The Job Can I Choose The Doctor Who Treats Me?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

You are entitled to be treated by two doctors of your own choosing excluding emergency care. The employers insurance company will pay for any referrals to other doctors or medical facilities by either of these first two doctors. If you decide to be treated by a third doctor then you are responsible for the costs unless approved by the insurance company. Your employer and/or insurance company also reserves the right to have you examined by their own doctor.

If I Am Unable To Return To The Type Of Work I Did Before I Was Injured, What Happens?

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 21:51:22 GMT

If you return to work and are being paid wages less then at the time of your injury, you may be entitled to receive Temporary Total Disability benefits. These benefits are paid at a rate of twothirds of the difference between your current gross weekly wages and the average gross weekly wages at the time of injury.

My Employer Has Denied My Claim, What Do I Do?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

If you receive notice that your claim has been denied or benefits are suspended, you may file a claim with the Illinois Industrial Commission. This must be done within 3 years of the date of the injury or within 2 years of the latest benefit payment, whichever date is later. You must file an Application for Adjustment of Claim with the Illinois Industrial Commission. You can do this by contacting the Illinois Industrial Commission at the number listed below. You also may have the right to a hearing before an arbitrator of the commission if you are not receiving benefits.

Chicago:3128146611
Peoria:3096713019
Rockford:8159877292
Springfield:2177857084

What Workers' Compensation Benefits Am I Entitled To?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Every injured worker is entitled to all necessary and reasonable medical expenses incurred as a result of a job related injury. Wage loss benefits may include Temporary Total Disability, Partial Permanent Disability, and death benefits when needed. In some cases the insurance company may pay for Vocational Rehabilitation.

When Will My Benefits Begin And How Much Will They Be?

Tue, 29 May 2007 21:19:00 GMT

Medical benefits will commence as soon as you inform your employer of your work related injury.

Temporary Total Disability (TTD) benefits should commence within 14 days from the date the employer received notice of the work related injury. TTD benefits are paid at twothirds of you gross weekly wages for the year preceding the injury. This amount does not include any overtime or bonuses received.

Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) is paid based upon the rate and permanency given for the injury by a doctor. The benefit is based on 60% of your gross weekly wages for the year preceding the injury. The minimum and maximum amounts are based upon current Illinois law.

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