Questions about workers' compensation

Is workers' compensation only for certain types of jobs?

It does not matter what type of work you do. All workers in Illinois have a right to workers' compensation if they are injured on the job.

Do I have to prove that my employer did something wrong?

You do not have to show that the employer was "negligent". Any injury is entitled to recovery if it is job-related.

What if my injury happened while I was not at the work site?

You do not have to be on the site, but your injury must be job-related in order to be covered. For example, you will be covered if you are injured while running a work-related errand, traveling on business, or attending a required business-related social function.

If my employer told me to go to his doctor do I have to use that doctor?

You are entitled to see the doctor of your choice. The employer should pay 100 percent of all reasonable and necessary medical expenses for this. Furthermore, this doctor can refer you to other doctors and your employer must also pay these expenses.

Can I get workers' compensation for a stroke or heart attack?

A heart attack or stroke which is due to work stress may be a work injury, even if the heart attack or stroke occurs at home.

Can I be fired for filing a workers' compensation claim?

No, if you are fired for filing a claim this is called a "retaliatory discharge". This is definitely NOT legal.

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