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Factory jobs are physically demanding, fast-paced, and often dangerous. In fact, there were 355,800 recordable injuries and illness in the manufacturing industry in 2023. More than 17,700 of those incidents happened in Illinois.
When safety measures fail, injuries occur, and the consequences can be life-altering. If you’ve been injured or your loved one died while working in a Chicago factory, you have the right to pursue workers’ compensation benefits—but securing those benefits isn’t always easy. To protect your rights, you’re going to need a Chicago factory workers’ compensation lawyer.
The attorneys at DePaolo & Zadeikis will stand up to your employer and their insurance company to make sure you receive maximum compensation for your losses.
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Chicago’s manufacturing industry is one of the most vital sectors of the local economy. From steel and food production to electronics and automotive parts, factory workers across the city play a critical role in keeping goods moving and businesses running. But with heavy machinery, hazardous materials, repetitive motions, and long shifts, the risk of serious injury is always present.
DePaolo & Zadeikis understands the unique challenges factory workers face on the job. We represent injured workers throughout Cook County and throughout Illinois. Let us help you secure full workers’ compensation benefits while holding employers and insurers accountable for delays, denials, and underpayments.
Call 312-263-7560 now to schedule your free consultation.
Factory environments can lead to a wide range of injuries—some catastrophic, others cumulative over time. Even with proper training and safety precautions, the demands of the job can take a toll on your body and health.
At DePaolo & Zadeikis, we frequently represent injured factory workers suffering from:
Any of these conditions can result in costly medical treatment, time off work, and permanent disability. Our firm fights to ensure you’re not left to bear those costs alone.
In Illinois, most factory workers are covered by the state’s workers’ compensation system. This means that if you’re hurt on the job, you may be eligible for a range of benefits—regardless of who was at fault for the injury. These benefits are designed to help you recover physically, financially, and vocationally—whether your injury is temporary or permanent. Benefits can include:
Workers’ compensation covers all reasonable and necessary medical treatment related to your injury. This includes emergency care, diagnostic testing, surgical procedures, hospital stays, physical therapy, chiropractic treatment, medical devices (such as braces or crutches), and prescription medications. You are also entitled to mileage reimbursement for travel to and from medical appointments. In Illinois, you have the right to choose your own doctor, giving you control over your treatment plan instead of relying solely on a company-recommended provider.
If your injury prevents you from working for a period of time, you may qualify for Temporary Total Disability (TTD) benefits. These are wage replacement payments equal to two-thirds of your average weekly wage, up to a maximum set by the state. TTD continues until you are able to return to work or your condition reaches maximum medical improvement (MMI). This support ensures you’re not left without income while you recover from your factory injury.
In cases where an injury causes a lasting impairment, you may be eligible for either Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) or Permanent Total Disability (PTD) benefits.
The amount and duration of these benefits depend on the severity of your injury, your wages before the accident, and how the disability impacts your ability to earn a living.
If your injury prevents you from returning to your former factory position, you may qualify for vocational rehabilitation services through workers’ compensation. These services may include job retraining, education programs, resume development, and job placement assistance. The goal is to help you re-enter the workforce in a role that accommodates your medical restrictions. Your employer is also required to cover the costs of vocational rehabilitation if it is deemed necessary by your physician.
In tragic cases where a factory accident results in death, surviving family members may be entitled to workers’ compensation death benefits. These benefits typically include funeral and burial expenses (up to a statutory maximum) and weekly payments to the worker’s spouse and dependent children. Death benefits can provide long-term financial security for the family, replacing a portion of the income lost due to the worker’s death. D&Z Injury Lawyers assists grieving families in navigating this difficult process and ensuring they receive all available compensation.
However, receiving the benefits available to you under the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act is not automatic. Employers and their insurance companies often try to delay or minimize payouts to injured workers. That’s where our workers’ compensation lawyers can make all the difference.
Call 312-263-7560 now to find out how much your claim is worth.
Navigating the workers’ compensation system without legal help can be frustrating and overwhelming. Many factory workers face pushback from employers or insurance companies at a time when they should be focusing on recovery.
Some of the most common issues include:
At DePaolo & Zadeikis, we step in to take the pressure off you. We gather evidence, communicate with the insurance carrier, ensure deadlines are met, and fight for every dollar you’re owed under Illinois law.
While workers’ compensation insurance covers most workplace injuries, benefits generally only pay for your medical bills, disability, and a portion of your lost wages. They don’t provide anything for your pain and suffering. Fortunately, filing for workers’ comp may not be your only option. If your injury was caused by someone other than your employer—such as a subcontractor, equipment manufacturer, or delivery company—you may have grounds for a third-party personal injury claim.
Unlike workers’ compensation, a third-party claim can provide additional compensation for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and full wage loss.
Examples of third-party liability in factory accident cases include:
When you hire DePaolo & Zadeikis to handle your claim, our legal team will investigate the circumstances surrounding your injury and pursue all possible avenues of recovery, including third-party claims where applicable. Call 312-263-7560 now for a free consultation.
When your livelihood, health, and future are on the line, you need a law firm with the experience, knowledge, and commitment to see your case through.
At DePaolo & Zadeikis, we bring decades of experience handling workers’ compensation cases for injured employees throughout Chicago. We’ve built a strong reputation for aggressive advocacy, personalized service, and results that matter.
Our approach includes:
You don’t have to face the system alone. Call 312-263-7560 to started with your recovery.
You must report your injury to your employer within 45 days of the accident. To preserve your right to benefits, it’s generally best to file your claim with the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission within three years of the injury date or two years from the last compensation payment; whichever is later.
Illinois law prohibits employers from retaliating against workers who file for benefits. If you believe you’ve been demoted, harassed, or terminated because of your claim, you may have grounds for a separate legal action.
You have the right to choose your own doctor, though some employers may be part of a Preferred Provider Program (PPP). If they are, you can still select from two choices of physician outside the program unless you sign a waiver.
If your injuries prevent you from resuming your former duties, you may be eligible for vocational rehabilitation services or permanent disability benefits. We’ll help ensure those benefits reflect your full earning loss.
If you were injured on the job in a factory or manufacturing plant, don’t let the insurance company decide what your case is worth. At DePaolo & Zadeikis, we’ll fight to get the benefits and support you need to move forward.
Call us today at 312-263-7560, or contact us online to speak with a Chicago factory workers’ compensation lawyer who understands what you’re up against—and how to help.
