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After a workplace injury, many employees hesitate to file a workers’ compensation claim because they’re afraid of losing their job. It’s a valid concern—especially if your employer seems frustrated or unsupportive after you report an injury. So, what does Illinois law actually say?
Yes, a back injury can qualify, although that doesn’t mean it always will. Back injuries are one of the most common reasons people apply for Social Security Disability benefits. Herniated discs, spinal stenosis, radiculopathy, degenerative disc disease and chronic lower back pain can be debilitating, but many applicants are surprised to learn that a severe back injury does not automatically qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Learning that your employer doesn’t carry workers’ compensation insurance can be shocking—especially after you’ve been hurt on the job. You may be wondering how this is even possible and, more importantly, whether you still have any options. The short answer under the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act is yes. Even if your employer is uninsured, you are not out of luck.
If you’ve filed a claim for VA disability compensation, chances are you’ve been scheduled for a Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam, or you have heard of such an exam. For many veterans, this exam feels stressful or confusing—and for good reason. What happens during a C&P exam can have a major impact on whether your claim is approved and how your condition is rated.
Receiving a denial letter after filing a workers’ compensation claim can feel overwhelming. You did everything you were supposed to do—reported the injury, sought medical treatment and followed your employer’s procedures—yet the insurance company still said no. The good news? A denial is not the end of your case under the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act. In fact, it’s often just the beginning.
After months, or even years of waiting, receiving an approval for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can feel like a huge relief. But approval is not the end of the process. Many beneficiaries are surprised to learn there are still important steps, timelines and rules that apply after benefits are awarded. And getting paid does not happen right away, which can be very frustrating.
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