The short answer is that most personal injury settlements are not taxable under federal or Illinois law, but important exceptions apply that can catch taxpayers off guard. Confusion often arises from the complex intersection between Internal Revenue Service (IRS)...
A work injury can disrupt your health and income. Illinois workers’ compensation may provide medical care and partial wage replacement while you recover. What Is Workers’ Compensation? Workers’ compensation is a no-fault insurance system that covers job-related...
One of the most common calls we receive from potential clients is whether they will remain eligible for workers’ compensation benefits in Illinois even after their employment is terminated. The answer is yes! Although a separation of employment can have an impact on...
It’s that time of year again! With snow and ice coming back into the forecast, one of the most common questions that we get from our clients is whether workers’ compensation in Illinois covers accidents in the parking lot as a result of slipping and falling on ice and...
On September 18, 2025, the Illinois Supreme Court handed down its decision in Bitner v. City of Pekin, 2025 IL 131039 which ruled that contrary to the common practices of municipalities all across Illinois for more than two decades, an employer is not prohibited from...
Top workers’ compensation attorney in Chicago, Brent Eames, represented a DuPage County Deputy Sheriff as a result of a significant knee injury he sustained while working in the DuPage County Jail. While he was attempting to recover from his knee injury, our client...
After a work-related injury, you may wonder how long it will take to get the support you need. Most workers' compensation settlements take an average of 15.7 months to resolve. However, the time can vary significantly depending on your situation. What should you know?...
Recently, top Workers’ Compensation Attorney in Illinois, Brent Eames, won a significant victory before the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission on behalf of an injured union custodian after his employer refused to pay owed workers’ compensation benefits, and denied his claim. Attorney Brent Eames took the case to trial, and after an appeal, the Workers’ Compensation Commission overturned the decision of…
Work accidents resulting in injuries are very common. Unfortunately, the workers’ compensation claim process can be complicated. Too often, injured workers are taken advantage of by insurance companies and employers, because they are too nervous to seek legal advice or representation. A very common fear of injured workers is the associated costs of hiring a top workers’ compensation attorney. One…
May 19, 2024 through May 25, 2024 is the 50th anniversary of National EMS Week. In 1974, President Gerald Ford authorized EMS Week to celebrate EMS professionals and the important work they do in our nation’s communities. National Emergency Medical Services Week brings together local communities and medical personnel to honor the dedication of those who provide the day-to-day lifesaving…
Award of lifetime disability benefits for permanently disabled worker with future value totaling in excess of $2,600,000.00 based upon life expectancy.
Award of lifetime disability benefits for permanently disabled worker with future value totaling in excess of $2,500,000.00 based upon life expectancy.
Settlement for injured client requiring back surgery as a result of an automobile collision.
Award of lifetime disability benefits for permanently disabled worker with future value totaling in excess of $2,100,000.00 based upon life expectancy.
Award of lifetime disability benefits for permanently disabled worker with future value totaling in excess of $2,000,000.00 based upon life expectancy.
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