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Workers' Compensation Lawyers in Highland Park, IL
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4 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Highland Park, IL
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Showing 4 workers' compensation lawyers in Highland Park, IL
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Smoler Law Office
580 Roger Williams Ave Ste 22, Highland Park, IL 60035
(800) 682-9330 smolerlaw.com
Joseph D Ryan Law Offices
1896 Sheridan Rd Ste 240, Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 432-5971
Mokotoff David
426 Park Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 433-3040
Starkopf & Silverman
734 Central Ave # 200, Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 266-0706
Workers compensation lawyers in Highland Park Illinois help employees who are injured on the job. Illinois law requires most employers to carry workers compensation insurance. A lawyer can guide you through filing a claim and appealing a denial under the Illinois Workers Compensation Act.
What Does a Workers' Compensation Lawyer in Highland Park Cost?
Most Illinois workers compensation lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay no upfront fee and the lawyer takes a percentage of your settlement or award. Typical fees range from 20 percent to 33 percent of the total recovery. Costs for filing fees and medical records may also apply. Illinois law regulates attorney fees in workers compensation cases and requires court approval for fee agreements. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time limit to file a workers compensation claim in Highland Park Illinois?
In Illinois you generally have three years from the date of injury or two years from the last payment of benefits to file a claim. This time limit is called the statute of limitations. Missing this deadline can bar you from receiving benefits.
Can I choose my own doctor for a workers comp claim in Illinois?
Illinois law allows you to choose your own doctor for treatment of a work injury. Your employer cannot force you to see a specific doctor. However the employer may require an independent medical examination to verify your condition.
What benefits are available under Illinois workers compensation?
Benefits include medical expenses, temporary total disability payments, permanent partial disability awards, and vocational rehabilitation. Illinois also provides death benefits to dependents if a worker dies from a job injury. The amount depends on your average weekly wage and the severity of the injury.
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