Category: General Workers’ Compensation

  • Jones Act FAQ

    On Behalf of Armbruster Dripps Blotevogel LLC |

    What is the Jones Act? The Jones Act lets people who work on rivers, lakes, canals or oceans sue their employers for on-the-job injuries.  The employee must prove that the employer did something wrong to cause your injury.  Sometimes, the…

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  • 2 Kinds of Retaliation That Workers Fear After an Injury

    On Behalf of Armbruster Dripps Blotevogel LLC |

    Workers get hurt every day on the job, and many of them are afraid to speak up when they do. Even though most people know that state and federal law are supposed to protect them after a work injury, they…

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  • Understanding What to Expect After a Railroad Accident

    On Behalf of Armbruster Dripps Blotevogel LLC |

    It is easy to feel overwhelmed after a serious accident. You may have injuries that you have to tend to at the same time as seeing thousands of dollars in medical bills coming in. If you were hurt in an…

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  • A Truck Crash Could Result in Catastrophic Head and Neck Injuries

    On Behalf of Armbruster Dripps Blotevogel LLC |

    When you’re driving next to large trucks, you may feel concerned. You are right to be wary, because a collision with one of these vehicles could leave you with serious injuries. Head and neck injuries can be catastrophic for a…

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  • Hurt at Work? Workers’ Compensation May Be Able to Help.

    On Behalf of Armbruster Dripps Blotevogel LLC |

    If you are hurt on the job in Illinois and have an employer, then you may be able to file for workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation is a kind of insurance coverage that helps injured workers get medical care, some lost…

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