Undisclosed Multi-Million Dollar Settlement wrongful death of 62 year old husband married for only 5 months killed as a result of a train accident (Southern Illinois) largest in history of trial venue. Settled before trial during mediation.
Simply stated, the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act is a "no fault", wage replacement system designed to pay the injured worker both medical benefits and lost wages during his or her period of incapacity from work. In many cases, an injured worker is also eligible to receive permanent partial disability benefits after completion of his or her medical treatment. Further, in some instances, if a person's injury prevents him/her returning to his/her previous occupation, him/her may be entitled to vocational retraining.
Since 1992, Kurt E. Harris has represented and served clients in personal injury and worker s compensation cases throughout Southern Illinois and as far north as DuPage County Illinois. The attorneys of the Kurt E. Harris Law Firm are committed in pursuing the rights of individuals and the families of individuals who have been injured or killed as a result of the negligent or wrongful conduct of others.
Social Security Disability
Social Security Disability - If your injury results in Total Disability for 12 consecutive months or more, (or is expected to), you may have the right to receive Social Security Disability Benefits, in addition to the benefits you are receiving from the Workers' Compensation Insurer.