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Course Description
<p> Every year, more than 50,000 individuals file workers' compensation claims, making it imperative for attorneys to understand the intricacies of litigating such a case. In this Illinois-specific course, experienced trial attorney and workers' compensation specialist Michael Gravlin discusses the ins and outs of handling a workers' compensation claim under the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act. Mr. Gravlin discusses the three basic benefits that are afforded to injured workers under the Act, including payment of medical bills, compensation for wages, and compensation for diminished earning capacity. In addition, Mr. Gravlin walks viewers through the steps involved in filing a claim, such as completing an “Application for Adjustment of Claim,” obtaining HIPPA medical authorizations, and determining an injured worker’s work and medical status. Mr. Gravlin also reviews the procedure for pending claims, and identifies important terms with which every attorney handling this kind of case should be familiar. Mr. Gravlin instills viewers with everything they need to know about litigating a workers' compensation case in Illinois.<br /> <br /> Agenda:<br /> I. Introduction to Workers Compensation Claims<br /> II. Intake and Filing the Application<br /> III. Workers Compensation Terms of Art<br /> IV. Workers Compensation Case Hearing<br /> V. Things to Keep in Mind & Additional Considerations<br /> <br /> </p>
Course Details
Course Title:
Workers' Compensation in Illinois: A Plaintiff's Perspective
Total CLE Hours:
1.00 hr(s)
Costs:
Fees: $0.00 - $40.00; Other Costs: $0.00
Live Delivery Method:
Live Course Dates:
Location:
Not Available
Recorded Course Date(s):
2/18/2012-1/31/2014
Additional Information
Provider:
Lawline.com
Provider Website:
www.lawline.com/
Contact Phone:
877-518-0660
Contact Email:
support@lawline.com
Co-Sponsors:
Basic Skills:
No
PCAM Course ID:
128189