Navigating the workers’ compensation system can be challenging even when your case is straightforward. Unfortunately, the process can be even more challenging when you have a pre-existing condition.
If you were injured while working in Illinois, you should understand how your pre-existing condition might influence your claim. Workers’ compensation regulations are designed to make benefits accessible to you when you sustain work-related injuries. However, you should know that the presence of a pre-existing condition may complicate the process.
Understanding workers’ compensation in Illinois
Illinois’ workers’ compensation system follows a no-fault approach. This means that you are not required to prove…

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