If you live in Illinois, you are more than likely already aware of Governor Rauner’s continued to refusal to submit a state budget unless he gets his way on workers’ compensation “reform”, despite the fact that reforms were already enacted …
Distracted Driving: Why it’s Still an Issue
Illinois is one of 46 states in the U.S. that prohibits text messaging while driving, and one of 14 that prohibits the use of handheld cell phones for all drivers. evidence surrounding the issue of distracted driving and the necessity of …
HURT WHILE WORKING FROM HOME
As a general rule, under workers’ compensation an employee may receive benefits from the employer for accidental injuries or death which occurred during the course of employment. In a situation where the employee was injured on the premises of employment …
WHISTLE-BLOWERS & THE MESS IN HAPPY VALLEY: A trial lawyer’s perspective
Recently, I have taken a case on behalf of a whistle-blower who found herself in a difficult circumstance similar to that of the legendary football coach. My client choose to call the police and soon found herself without a job. …
State Farm: Not Such A Good Neighbor After All
Seven years ago, Justice Karmeier was the swing vote in a decision to overturn a $1 million verdict against State Farm Insurance. At the time, he admitted that State Farm had contributed $350,000 to his campaign to be elected to …
Bicycle Riders Have Rights
With the advent of the green movement, many people are advocating the virtues of bike riding, especially people in large cities. It’s low cost, low energy, and frees up public transportation space for those of you who hate bike riding. …
FELL AT WORK & GETTING COMP; CAN I SUE?
This is a topic that comes up often. It involves the relationship between workers comp and personal injury. In this particular case, I was asked whether someone who fell at work and is getting workers comp can also sue. The …
This Isn’t About Reform. It’s About Insurance Companies Wanting More Profits, As Usual.
A recent item in the news tells that a committee has been appointed to study reforms to the Illinois Workers Compensation Act. This so-called “Business Community” has suggested certain “reforms.” The first thing that you need to know is that …
Job Status Of Injured Workers Is More Secure After Recent Supreme Court Case
Can they fire me for this? That is a question I get asked fairly often when interviewing new clients who are considering filing a workers’ compensation case. In times like these, people have every right to be concerned. It’s illegal …
Prejudgment Interest: The Answer To “Why Is This Taking So Long?”
“Why is this taking so long?” That is a question that a plaintiff’s personal injury lawyer hears quite often. Personal injury lawyers work on a contingent fee basis. That is, the lawyer does not get paid unless and until the …