What is the Difference Between a Third-Party Personal Injury Lawsuit and Workers’ Comp?

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Illinois Workers' Comp is a no-fault system that provides wage replacement benefits and can cover medical bills for injured workers.

A third-party personal injury lawsuit typically seeks to recover compensation from a negligent third-party other than the employer like an at fault subcontractor who caused an accident.

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Illinois Workers' Comp and a Third-Party Lawsuit

Workers' Comp is a no-fault system, so an injured worker doesn't have to prove that their employer was at fault in order to get medical bills covered and income benefits from a construction accident.

A third-party lawsuit is filed when an injured worker seeks damages from a party other than their employer, such as the manufacturer of defective equipment or another negligent contractor.

It may include compensation for things like pain and suffering as well as medical expenses and lost income from construction accidents caused by negligent third parties. It is typically used when workers' comp benefits do not provide enough coverage for an injured worker's medical bills and lost wages.


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