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What Happens When Medical Expenses Exceed Workers’ Compensation Limits?

Workers’ compensation is a lifeline for employees who experience injuries or illnesses on the job, covering medical expenses, lost wages, and rehabilitation costs. However, in some cases, the total medical costs may exceed the compensation limits set by the workers’ compensation insurance policy. When this happens, injured workers may face challenges in getting the necessary …

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Cumulative Injury Explained – Workers Compensation

What Is a cumulative injury? A workplace injury that develops due to repetitive physical activity over a period of time can be categorized as a cumulative injury. This type of injury can start as something minor but become more problematic than a specific injury. Due to the sheer nature of the injury, it can be …

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New Illinois TTD and PPD Maximum Rates For 2022

Despite the significant safety measures that most workplaces have put in place in United States, a lot of people still sustain injuries while performing duties at work. When this happens, you have two main concerns. Accessing the help of a medical professional and getting better. However, if a work-related accident results in an injury that …

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Can i get disability after workers’ comp settlement?

Workers’ compensation settlements are usually not awarded in lump sum payments but monthly or one-time payments. If you receive a settlement or award in the form of an annuity, it’s important to understand how disability income will be treated under workers’ compensation. First, it’s worth noting that everyone with workers’ compensation benefits must meet the …

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Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits

Workers’ compensation benefits are available to employees injured or who become ill due to their employment. Benefits can include medical expenses, income replacement, and death benefits. Depending on their situation, employees may be eligible for several types of workers’ compensation benefits. Here is a look at the different types of workers’ compensation benefits available in …

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How Much of My Workers’ Comp Settlement Amount Do I Get to Keep

Workers’ compensation is meant to protect your employees and you as a business owner when one of your workers gets hurt on the job. It’s not meant to be a windfall. However, it often feels like just that when you’re dealing with the stress of an injured employee and the administration of your company. Other …

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How to Apply for Temporary Disability

Are you unable to work due to a job-related accident or sickness for an extended period while you recover? You may be eligible for compensation to help you replace your lost income, also known as Temporary Disability (TD) Workers’ Compensation. From eligibility criteria to filing the claim and receiving the deserving compensation, the whole process …

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Odds of Winning a Workers’ Comp Case

Workers’ compensation is not just another cost organizations pay to keep their doors open—it’s a mandatory policy designed to protect workers or employees from the aftermath of on-job injuries or illnesses. However, the question is, what are the odds of winning a workers’ comp case? Before getting into the nitty-gritty of workers’ compensation, here’s everything …

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What Happens With My Workers Comp If I Quit My Job?

Workplace injury claims can get complicated when workers change jobs during an open case. There is no set transition system in place to protect those who are receiving benefits, but breakdowns in communication can occur, and they often do. With unstable times in which we live, and especially in the high-demand job market, some who …

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Workers Comp Knee Injury Settlements and Benefits

No one wants a knee injury of any type. Individual mobility is one of life’s greatest assets, and not being mobile can be one of the greatest difficulties. Freedom for most people is commensurate with the freedom to move with ease. However, knee injuries are very common in certain areas of employment that require workers …

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