Important Things to Know:
You have time limitations in giving your employer notice of your injury, 45 days in Illinois. There is another time limitation, three years, in filing your claim. Many times the employee loses his rights because he is unaware of the 45 day notice requirement.
In many workers compensation claims a third party (someone other than your employer) may be responsible for your injury. This allows you to file both a workers compensation claim and a third party claim for the same injury.
It is illegal for your employer to fire you because you want to or have filed a workers compensation claim.
You have the right to retain legal counsel for your workers compensation claim.
Important Things To Do:
Give your employer immediate notice of your injury as soon as you know of the on the job injury. You have 45 days to do this but you should do this immediately.
Seek medical treatment immediately. Emergency care does not require notification to the carrier or the employer. However, make sure you notify the carrier as soon as possible.
Retain an attorney immediately.
Charles J. Gale is a personal injury attorney experienced in workers compensation claims, and wants to help you get the most for your pain and suffering.
Your initial consulation with the Law Offices of Charles J. Gale is free and you will be under no obligation.
We will discuss your rights and provide you with a free and comprehensive evaluation of your personal injury case, explaining in detail the steps involved in prosecuting your personal injury claim. At no time will you be charged a fee unless we collect.
At the Law Offices of Charles J. Gale, your questions are welcome. No office visit is necessary. If you are disabled, we will visit you at your home or hospital.
Call the Law Offices of Charles J. Gale for your free consultation.