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Workers’ Compensation Retaliation Claim Settled

A federal court has approved a workers' compensation retaliation settlement for a former truck driver at a Northbrook waste management company. $95,000.00...

GWC’s June 2021 Settlements Top $3.8 Million

GWC Injury Lawyers LLC congratulates its hardworking attorneys and staff for obtaining settlements topping $3.8 million during the month of June. 36...

Lithium Ion Batteries Burn in Morris Industrial Fire

Nearly 100 tons of lithium ion batteries burned in a Morris industrial fire, prompting authorities to evacuate parts of the city because...

Employment-Related Risk Ruled Compensable

A plumber foreman was approved for workers’ compensation benefits despite a preexisting condition because he was injured as a result of an...

Independent Contractor Status Focus of Lobbying Push

Gig economy companies have been courting unions and lawmakers in an effort to preserve the independent contractor status of their workforce. Independent...

Independent Contractor Rule Rescinded

The Biden administration has rescinded an independent contractor rule that would have made it easier for businesses to misclassify employees. Independent Contractor...

GWC Obtains More Than $2 Million in May 2021 Settlements

GWC Injury Lawyers LLC obtained more than $2 million in total settlements on behalf of injured clients in May 2021. May 2021...

Staph Infection Presumption Bill Passes Senate

The Illinois Senate has passed a staph infection presumption bill that could help first responders obtain workers’ compensation benefits. 51-0 for Staph...

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Nets Compensation

A Chicago 911 operator has obtained workers’ compensation benefits after developing carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Diagnosis In the matter of...