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Questions to Ask a Workers’ Comp Attorney Before Hiring Them

Written by Jared Staver

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Jared Staver is a Personal Injury Lawyer based in Chicago, Illinois and has been practicing law for over 20 years.

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CATEGORY: Workers' Compensation


Suffering from a work injury can be devastating. In addition to physical pain and discomfort, a work injury may leave you with lost income and worry about how you will support yourself and your family.

Fortunately, if you get injured on the job, you are eligible to recover medical bills and lost wages by filing a workers’ compensation claim. Since there are multiple steps to filing a workers’ compensation claim and not every claim gets accepted, it is in your best interest to hire a workers’ compensation attorney. To ensure you select an experienced and skilled lawyer, you should ask the questions below.

If you’ve sustained a work-related injury, you should contact a Chicago workers’ comp attorney at Staver Accident Injury Lawyers, P.C. for help today. Our attorneys have years of experience helping those suffering from work-related injuries recover compensation.

For a free consultation, contact us today at (312) 236-2900.

1. How Long Have You Helped Clients With Workers’ Comp Claims in Illinois?

It’s important you hire an attorney who has years of experience with workers’ compensation claims in Illinois. If you find that the attorney you’re speaking to specializes in family law or criminal defense, it is in your best interest to keep searching until you find one whose main focus is workers’ compensation.

2. Have You Represented Clients With Similar Cases to Mine?

If your injury occurred while working on drywall for a project your company assigned to you, it’s a good idea to find an attorney who has represented other clients in the construction industry. They’ll be better equipped to file your claim and know how to fight for proper and fair compensation on your behalf.

3. How Do You Remain Up-to-date on Illinois Workers’ Compensation Laws?

Illinois workers’ compensation laws are constantly changing. A law that may have been valid five years ago may mean nothing today. Be sure to find out how an attorney stays up-to-date on these laws, so you don’t hire someone who has outdated knowledge of the workers’ compensation process.

4. Will I Be Updated of My Case Status Often?

Even though most workers’ compensation attorneys are busy juggling multiple clients, you should make sure the one you hire can keep you informed about any developments in your claim. This way, you’ll always know what’s going on and never feel left out.

5. What Are Your Fees?

The majority of workers’ compensation lawyers operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning they’ll take a certain percentage of any compensation you are awarded. Before committing to a workers’ comp lawyer, make sure they clarify how they will get paid for their time and service.

Contact a Workers’ Comp Attorney at Staver Accident Injury Lawyers, P.C.

If you’re searching for a highly skilled workers’ comp attorney who knows the ins and outs of Illinois workers’ compensation laws, you should call Staver Accident Injury Lawyers, P.C. today. We can focus on the legal side of things, so you can entirely focus on your recovery.

Contact us at (312) 236-2900 for a free, no-obligation consultation.

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