Can I File a Workers’ Compensation Claim for Psychological Injuries in Illinois? 

 Posted on January 07, 2022 in Workers' Compensation

No matter which industry you work in or the job title that you hold, all types of employment come with their own set of stressors and complications. Ideally, your job will not cause you to experience unbearable stress or other related mental health concerns. 

However, some employees find themselves wondering what their legal rights are in the midst of heightened stress that makes them concerned for their mental health. If you are interested in learning about whether or not you can file a workers’ compensation claim for post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety disorders, or other mental illnesses in Illinois, keep reading. 

What Is a Workers’ Compensation Claim? 

A workers’ compensation claim refers to a legal demand presented by an employee who sustained an injury, developed a disability, or was otherwise harmed because of their job. Illinois employers are required to carry workers' compensation insurance.

What Counts Towards Workers’ Compensation Claims in Illinois? 

Most often, workers' compensation claims center around physical pain or damage caused by equipment malfunctions, unsafe environments, or workplace accidents. 

Not all incidents resulting in workers’ compensation claims revolve around physical harm. It may be possible to file a compensation claim due to exorbitant levels of stress that are directly tied to a mental health condition. 

Building a case around psychological injuries experienced by an employee a can be difficult since these injuries may be invisible to an outside observer. Additionally, proving that your job is at the root of your mental health condition as opposed to other factors or life events can be hard. 

Reach Out To a Kane County Workers' Compensation Lawyer Today 

At Kinnally Flaherty Krentz Loran Hodge & Masur P.C., we believe that all workers should be treated fairly and provided with an environment that promotes healthy work conditions. We prioritize the well-being of people like you who desire a work-life balance that does not result in exhaustion, mental fatigue, or stress beyond measure. 

While psychological injuries can be difficult to prove amid a workers' compensation case, we work tirelessly to build a legal case in your favor as we pursue a workers' compensation claim in your name. We can also help you file an appeal if your workers’ compensation claim was denied. If you are in search of an Aurora, IL workers' compensation attorney to help you file a claim for the stress you have experienced, reach out to Kinnally Flaherty Krentz Loran Hodge & Masur P.C. by dialing 630-907-0909 today. 

Source: 

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs3.asp?ActID=2430&ChapterID=68