Accidents can and do occur at companies and job sites, even if every safety precaution is taken. In Illinois, workers’ compensation benefits can help cover medical expenses and lost wages if a worker is hurt while on the job. The majority of workplace injuries involve an employee eventually returning to work after healing. In certain accidents, however, a worker may sustain injuries so severe that they cause permanent restrictions or disability.
If you are permanently disabled as a result of a catastrophic work injury, our Joliet, IL workers’ compensation lawyers can help you seek financial relief. At McNamara Phelan McSteen, LLC, we can walk you through the process of filing a claim, drawing on over 150 years of combined experience in nearly every area of law, including workers’ comp.
What Are First Steps in Applying for Permanent Disability Benefits?
The first steps you take after a work injury can affect your whole claim. First and foremost, seek medical care as soon as possible. Prompt treatment also creates a record of what happened and how badly you were hurt.