Illinois Personal Injury Legal Questions

You might want to consult a lawyer who can review all the facts with you. A $500 claim is for small claims court. If your contractor did not specifically agree to accept the sum of money in the insurance company's estimate or if the insurance company did not undertake to pay the full cost, your case is not strong. Review all the written material related to this contract. Then contact the claims people at the insurance company. It is at least possible that they will pay the difference. Good Luck.... Read More

There is far too much to the analysis of medical malpractice claims to cover on sites like this. The records you have are important and as part of a consultation additional records can be ordered if necessary. These cases are considered on a contingent fee basis. You should not put off scheduling an appointment and detailed review.... Read More

Without knowing exact details of your injuries, medical expenses and any lost income, any legal advice would be nothing more than speculation. The insurance company will attempt to settle your case for as little as possible. Consultation with an experienced personal injury attorney is highly recommended. Many such initial consultations are provided without charge.... Read More

Are you the person who just asked the same question? Either way, here's the answer: Worker's comp covers medical expenses and time out of work. You cannot sue your employer for negligence and damages for "pain and suffering" is not available. If you have a permanent injury, you may be able to get a "schedule award" which is based on a formula depending on the extent of your disability and your rate of pay, offset by payments that you have already received. But: you should get some advice as to whether the schedule award is your best option. Depending on your situation, you may be better off getting disability payments and having your medical expenses taken care of. There may be another possibility, if there some party other than your employer who caused the accident, such as a janitorial company or repair service. Accidents that occur on construction sites or car crashes during the course of employment have particular rules as well.... Read More

In New York, you likely cannot sue for your workplace injuries but should be eligible for compensation through the Workers' Compensation insurance. Try filing a claim at https://www.wcb.ny.gov/onlineforms/accessEC3.jsp or call 1-866-396-8314 You should have done this right after the accident, but might have your claim approved even now.... Read More