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Important Law Change for Essential Workers with Covid-19
Posted on May 29th, 2020
Important Law Change for Essential Workers with Covid-19 An important change to the law has been made regarding Covid-19 cases in Illinois. The Illinois Hammer Injury Law Firm has fought hard for essential workers with Covid-19 and continues filing cases weekly. Emergency Amendment for Essential Workers with Covid-19 An emergency rule change that was written […]
What Are My Rights as an Essential Worker?
Posted on May 15th, 2020
What Are My Rights as an Essential Worker? Filing a Claim One of your first rights as an Essential Worker is filing a claim. An Essential Worker has the right to file and open a claim with the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission for your work-related injury or illness. It is extremely important you report your […]
I Was on a Ventilator From Covid-19
Posted on May 8th, 2020
I was on a ventilator from a Covid-19 I was on a ventilator from Covid-19. Who pays my hospital bill? In Illinois, the Occupational Diseases Act requires Workers’ Compensation to pay for treatment if a worker contracts an illness in the course of employment. “Treatment” includes all costs related to Covid-19. In this case, it […]
How do I know if I’m an essential worker?
Posted on May 5th, 2020
How do I know if I’m an essential worker? You may wonder, “How do I know if I’m an essential worker?” In light of recent events, On March 9, 2020, Governor J.B. Pritzker issued Executive Order 2020-08. This order mandates that all Illinois residents stay at home due to the Covid-19 pandemic. However, individuals who […]
My Spouse Died From Covid-19 & I Can’t Afford Burial Costs
Posted on May 4th, 2020
My Spouse Died From Covid-19 & I Can’t Afford Burial Costs Who can help? In these trying times it is more important than ever to give thanks to the workers that put their lives on the line to keep our community running. The Illinois Hammer Injury Law Firm commends these workers. Some of our brave […]
