Work Accidents

If you were injured on the job, the circumstances of your injury can make a big difference in the type of compensation you can receive. Most workplace injuries will be covered under Illinois workers' comp laws. But if you were injured when using defective manufacturing equipment, or from unsafe conditions created by workers from another company, or in a car accident on the job, you may be able to seek significantly more compensation.

Workers Compensation

Workers Compensation laws severely limit recovery, primarily because they provide no compensation for pain and suffering and severely limit how much compensation is paid for your injuries and/or disabilities and Illinois   precludes an employee from suing their employer. Also see workers compensation.

Often, in order to receive damages that cover pain and suffering and also adequately compensate you for your injuries, there may be parties, other than your employer, that may be responsible for the accident. This is especially true in the case of 'on the job work accidents' or 'workplace accidents' where there are product and equipment suppliers, etc. who may have contributed to the accident.

If a third party is found to be the cause of the injuries, then damages (other than those available to you under the Illinois Workers Compensation Act) are available that will more fully compensate you.  

Our Firm Is Experienced In Work Accidents
and Workplace Injuries.

Knowledge of the laws and/or regulations governing work accidents is imperative when developing theories against any third parties involved.

     ◊ Experience in the inspections of worksites,
     ◊ inspections of the equipment and products on the site, 
     ◊ identification of critical witnesses,
     ◊ and knowledge of how to preserve and analyze important evidence is
       also essential.

You need a lawyer who handles work accidents injuries to adequately analyze all the intricacies involved and protect your rights to be fully compensated for your damages.

Do not make any type of statement
or sign any papers without first consulting with us

Anything said or signed at the time of the accident can be used against you and may prevent you from receiving compensation that you may have otherwise been able to receive.

Contact Us if you have been injured. It is important that you act promptly as certain statutes of limitations apply and you can lose your rights to be compensated.

The initial review of your case and the consultation is free. We look forward to working with you and we know you will be pleased with our services.

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We build relationships.

It gives us a genuine satisfaction to meet and help you in some meaningful way.

The entire staff of the McDermott and McDermott Law Firm is knowledgeable and sensitive to your needs. Their focus is on making the process as comfortable as possible.

  ◊ They explain everything to you,
  ◊ keep you informed,
  ◊ include you in the decision making process,
  ◊ and always return your phone calls.

Your matter is handled as expeditiously as possible without compromising your rights.

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