What an injured worker must do to report a work injury to the employer in an Illinois workers’ compensation case:
By Steven A. Edelman, Attorney 314-631-6777, Ext. 14
The Illinois workers’ compensation law states “Notice of the accident shall be given to the employer as soon as practicable, but not later than 45 days after the accident.” . . . and “Notice of the accident shall give the approximate date and place of the accident, if known, and may be given orally or in writing. 820 ILCS 305/6(c).
It is important that an injured worker report their work injury in Illinois to the employer both verbally and in writing to someone in a supervisory job position at the employer for example: a boss, supervisor, human resources, owner of the employer.
If you’ve been injured at work, then please immediately contact our law firm, and one of our skilled attorneys will be happy to discuss your rights and benefits under Illinois workers’ compensation law. Call us for a free consultation: 314-631-6777, Ext. 14
Steven A. Edelman, Attorney