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Do I have to sue my employer?
A workers' compensation claim is not a lawsuit against your employer. It is a claim for benefits filed at the Workers' Compensation Commission, and it is handled and paid by your employer's workers' compensation insurance carrier. In fact, you are not allowed to sue your employer for accidents occurring on the job.
It is also important to note that it is illegal for your employer to terminate you for filing a workers' compensation claim. If that were to happen, you may have grounds to move forward with a lawsuit against your employer for retaliatory discharge.
If you or a member of your family has been injured in a work-related accident, we can help. Contact the experienced workers' compensation attorneys at Drake & Collopy, P.C. online or call us at 312.345.0220, or toll free at 1.888.372.5355, for more information or to schedule a free consultation.
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