Head Injury Workers’ Comp Lawyer in Schaumburg

If you have suffered a concussion, a severe or mild traumatic brain injury (TBI), a skull fracture, or other head trauma at work, you may have grounds for filing a workers’ compensation claim. Meet with a head injury workers’ comp lawyer in Schaumburg, and they can handle your case. 

Since 2002, Charlie Therman Injury & Accident Lawyers, P.C., has served Cook County clients and others who’ve been harmed while working in various industries.

Our Schaumburg workers’ compensation lawyers develop personalized legal strategies based on the circumstances of an injured worker’s case. To learn more, request a free and confidential case consultation. 

Why Hire Our Lawyer for Your Head Injury Workers’ Comp Claim in Schaumburg, Illinois?

We encourage you to hire our head injury workers’ comp lawyers in Schaumburg from Charlie Therman Injury & Accident Lawyers, P.C., because we will advocate for you, protect your rights, and pursue compensation and benefits for your injuries. 

Some of the ways our attorneys can help you as the workers’ compensation claims process moves forward include:

• Investigating your accident at a construction site or another work location, how it happened, and the severity of your head trauma from the incident
• Calculating your average weekly wage, temporary total disability (TTD), permanent partial disability (PPD), permanent total disability (PTD), and other disability benefits and medical expenses 
• Assisting you with reporting your head trauma to your employer and, when appropriate, filing an Application for Adjustment of Claim with the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC)
• Gathering medical records, photos of your head injuries and the accident site, witness statements, employer accident reports, employment records, and other evidence to support your claim
• Managing claim communications with insurance companies and your employer
• Engaging in settlement negotiations and reviewing any offers with you
• Appealing on your behalf if your claim is denied

Our Schaumburg personal injury lawyers offer comprehensive legal guidance and support to those who have suffered head trauma in motor vehicle accidents, falls from heights, and other on-the-job accidents.

If you are interested in requesting workers’ compensation and benefits or want to appeal a claim denial, we are here for you. Contact us today. 

Do You Qualify for Workers’ Compensation?

Since Illinois has a no–fault workers’ compensation system, you may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits regardless of who is at fault. In your specific case, your eligibility depends on the specifics of your head trauma and applicable legal requirements. 

Nearly every employer in Illinois with one or more employees is required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. Most full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees are eligible for workers’ comp from their first day on the job. Workers’ comp can cover your medical care, lost wages, vocational rehabilitation, and death benefits for surviving family members. 

Talk with a Schaumburg head injury workers’ comp lawyer from Charlie Therman Injury & Accident Lawyers, P.C., if you are unsure about filing a claim with the IWCC.

We can provide you with workers’ comp FAQs and resources and help you decide if now is the right time to submit your claim in alignment with Illinois law. 

How Much Time Do You Have to File a Head Injury Workers’ Compensation Claim in Schaumburg, Illinois?

Under 820 ILCS 305/, also known as the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act, you typically have 45 days to report your on-the-job accident to your employer and then three years to file a formal claim with the IWCC. If compensation has been paid, you have two years after the last payment, whichever is later. 

If your dizziness, headaches, or other symptoms of head trauma appear after your workplace accident or your trauma is diagnosed later, the applicable filing deadline can vary based on the circumstances. Since missing a deadline can affect your ability to pursue workers’ compensation, seek legal advice promptly.  

A head injury workers’ comp attorney in Schaumburg from Charlie Therman Injury & Accident Lawyers, P.C., wants you to get medical care for your head trauma at Ascension Saint Alexius, Ascension Alexian Brothers, Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, or another local hospital. Meanwhile, we can guide you through the workers’ comp claims process.

What the Workers’ Compensation Head Injury Decision Path Entails

The workers’ compensation decision path follows a structured sequence from the moment your head trauma occurs to final claim resolution. Below are the core steps of the decision path for workers’ comp claims in Illinois:

• Injury reporting: Notify your employer about your head trauma. 
• Medical treatment: Under the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act, an injured worker generally can choose between two medical providers, including referrals within each provider’s chain of referrals; first aid and emergency treatment do not necessarily count toward these two choices. If your employer has an approved Preferred Provider Program, additional restrictions can apply.  
• Employer and insurance carrier notification and investigation: Once your employer and their insurance carrier are informed about your workplace head trauma, they may investigate the incident and review the circumstances of your trauma and supporting medical evidence to assess your work readiness.
• Claim determination: Your employer or their insurance company will review your claim and determine whether to provide workers’ compensation.
• Recovery and return to work: Depending on your medical condition and work restrictions, you may undergo treatment or rehabilitation and return to work when medically appropriate. 
• Disputes and appeals: If your claim is disputed or denied, the parties involved can pursue medical evaluations or other evidence, and it may proceed to arbitration and further review through the IWCC. 
• With a Schaumburg head injury workers’ comp attorney from Charlie Therman Injury & Accident Lawyers, P.C., on your side, you’ll be well-positioned to get quick responses and big results at each stage of this process. 

Choose Charlie for Your Head Injury Workers’ Comp Case in Schaumburg

Partner with a Schaumburg, Illinois, head injury workers’ comp lawyer from Charlie Therman Injury & Accident Lawyers, P.C. We can help you make informed legal decisions as your workers’ compensation claim moves forward. 

Our legal team has more than 75 years of combined legal experience and has recovered more than $100 million for injured clients.

Trust our personal injury attorneys to address any legal challenges you face as you proceed with a workers’ comp claim. For more information, schedule a free and confidential case consultation.