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Governor Signs Overhaul of Illinois’ Workers’ Compensation System
On June 28, 2011, Illinois Governor Pat Quinn signed House Bill 1698, ushering in a comprehensive overhaul of Illinois’ workers’ compensation system and the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission. Under the newly reformed workers’ compensation system, Illinois businesses are expected to save up to $500 million on workers’ compensation premiums and injured workers are provided with additional protections. These reforms will take effect on September 1, 2011.
Seventh Circuit Announces a New Standard for Retaliatory Discharge Claims Brought Under the Illinois
Workers’ compensation-related absences pose a
number of challenges for employers, including
declining production, staffi ng shortages and
employee morale problems. When confronted with
these issues, employers should be mindful of the
very real dangers posed by discharging an employee
who has missed time due to a workers’
compensation-covered injury, in particular the
likelihood of an Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act
retaliatory discharge lawsuit.
Illinois Supreme Court Holds Workers Comp Claim Is Timely.
Finds "flexibility" in determining repetitive trauma accident date.
