Workers' Compensation Lawyers in Peoria

Workers' comp is a no-fault system designed to compensate employees who suffer an on-the-job injury. At Benckendorf & Benckendorf, P.C., our workers' compensation attorneys in Peoria provide legal representation for both injured workers and their employers and insurance companies. Our clients trust our experience and personalized attention to help them make the most successful claim possible.

When Will Benefits Be Paid?

In order to be eligible for workers' compensation benefits, an employee must have suffered an injury arising out of, or in the course of, employment. If that sounds confusing, it is because it sometimes is. Our dedicated Peoria work injury lawyers will review a client's case to determine whether an injury actually occurred in the course of employment. When we make this determination we will proceed accordingly with filing a claim for an injured worker or building a valid workers' compensation defense for an employer.

Who Pays for Work-Related Injuries?

In general, employers are required to carry workers' comp insurance. In these cases, if an employee has a valid claim the insurance carrier will be required to pay the required amount of benefits. If an employer is uninsured, then it is important that legal counsel be sought to make sure that all interests are protected. It may always be possible to file a claim against a third-party, particularly when an injury occurred due to defective equipment.

We Provide Personalized Attention to All of Our Clients

The attorneys at Benckendorf & Benckendorf, P.C., provide personalized, one-on-one attention to clients on either side of a workers' comp case. We will fight diligently to put forth the strongest claim available. We take pride in investing our energy into our clients' cases and provide our clients with detailed information every step of the way.

Call for an Appointment With an Illinois Work Injury Attorney

We represent clients in workers' comp cases and build the best claim or defense possible. Contact our Illinois back injury lawyers online or call 309-265-0812 today to schedule an appointment to discuss your case.