Chicago Fatal Work Accident Attorneys
Helping You Navigate Death & Dependency Claims
Workers who are killed in the course of employment often leave behind spouses and/or children who were dependent on them. Legal remedies for survivors include workers’ compensation and wrongful death claims against negligent parties other than employers.
At Anesi Ozmon, we are here to help. Contact our fatal workplace accident lawyers in Chicago today to begin with a free initial consultation.
Experience & Understanding in Handling Dependency Claims
A workplace accident is normally compensable through a workers’ compensation claim.
Workers’ compensation in Illinois has provisions for death and survivor’s benefits as follows:
- An $8,000 burial benefit for the survivor or person paying for the burial
- Survivors’ benefits calculated as two-thirds of the employee’s gross average weekly wage during the 52 weeks before the injury, subject to minimum and maximum limits
The survivor or survivors may be: (1) spouse and young children; (2) totally dependent parents; or (3) persons who were at least 50% dependent on the employee at the time of death. An attorney at Anesi Ozmon can explain the process of filing successful worker’s compensation death and dependency claims in Illinois. Contact us for a no-obligation consultation.
Third-Party Liability Claims
Sometimes a workplace accident involves third-party liability – a fault of someone other than the employer. The liable party may be a manufacturer or a subcontractor, to name two possibilities. In this case, a personal injury claim against the liable party may help survivors recover compensation for the death of a loved one on the job. Illinois Statute 740 ILCS 180, provides compensation for survivors “whenever the death of a person [is] caused by wrongful act, neglect or default.”
Compensation After the Death of a Loved One
Financial compensation cannot replace a husband, wife, mother, father, son, or daughter. It can, however, enable a survivor to have the means with which to move forward to recovery after the death of a loved one. Loss of society and companionship is an even greater cost than the loss of income of the deceased for many people. Discuss with one of our Chicago fatal workplace accident attorneys the types of compensation that are available to you after this tragedy.
Contact us at (312) 779-6610 today to learn your options by starting with a free initial consultation.
What Sets Anesi Ozmon Apart?
When You Have Been Injured, You Need a Firm With a History of Excellence-
We Handle Your Case, So You Can Recover
We understand the uncertainty you face and aim to provide you peace of mind. Clients may worry about making ends meet while missing work because of injuries or staying out of debt from medical bills. Our aim is to go above and beyond what you expect so that you can focus on recovery.
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Work Directly With Your Attorney
Our firm believes that in order be a successful team, we need to work directly with our clients. Not only do you get to work directly with your attorney, but you always have access to their direct number to ensure your questions never go unanswered.
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Personalized Strategies & Results
At Anesi Ozmon, we believe that no two situations are alike. Thus, we work to not only learn about your case but also about what unique goals and needs you may have in order to provide you with legal counsel customized to you.
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Protecting the Injured Since 1955
Anesi Ozmon has four generations of leaders and decades of experience protecting the rights of those injured. When you come to our office, you don't just get our team, you get our history.
