Workers Compensation provides coverage for eligible workers who are injured while on the job or performing a required function of their job
. Sadly, though most employees are eligible for this usually government-mandated coverage, too many workers are not made aware of and/or do not take advantage of this benefit. If you are injured on the job, you are likely eligible for either temporary or permanent disability and/or medical payments. If you have received an on-the-job injury, contact a Chicago workers compensation attorney, who will advise you of your rights.