Workers' Compensation & Personal Injury Answers
Everything you need to know
Injured at work or in an accident? There are dozens of questions that you’ll immediately have, like who’s responsible? Do I need an attorney? Will I get a settlement? Find answers to all of these and more in the Minkow Domin blog on workers’ compensation and personal injuries.
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5 Chemicals That Can Cause You Harm In The Workplace
When employees think about work-related disability, they may imagine sudden accidents such as falls, vehicle collisions and machinery malfunctions. Many cases of disability are caused silently by harmful chemicals, as every workers’ compensation lawyer in Illinois...
Injured Workers Will Suffer If Workers’ Comp Reform Goes Through
Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner is proposing to overhaul the Illinois workers’ compensation system. This large-scale overhaul is designed to cut costs and make Illinois a bigger competitor in the national market. Opponents of the proposal argue that it will hurt...
Why Is Asbestos So Dangerous To Workers?
Asbestos was a popular material in the U.S. construction and shipbuilding industry for a period of more than 100 years. As the twentieth century progressed, doctors and scientists began to realize that exposure to asbestos could be lethal to humans. This dangerous...
Can Ergonomics Lower Injury Risk To Baggage Handlers?
According to a recent report in USA Today, commercial airlines in America handle more than 30 million checked bags each month. Transporting luggage safely from point A to point B is an important aspect of the modern airline industry, as every Chicago workers’...
Is Your Employer Protecting You From A Trench Injury?
Trenching and excavation is a dangerous job. Many people are injured or killed while using excavating equipment on construction sites. Workers have the right to be protected from trenching injuries. If employers do not use proper safety procedures, they may be fined...
The Top 3 Errors Made On A Workers Comp Claim
Settling a claim for workers’ compensation can be difficult and arduous. Recent reforms to Illinois workers’ compensation law have made it harder for injured employees to receive medical payouts. Workers can protect their own best interests after an accident by...