On August 29, 2017, Governor Rauner filed the following Arbitrator appointments or re-appointments with the Secretary of State's Office: Thomas Cieko; Anthony Erbacci; Steven Fruth; Robert Harris; David Kane; Robert Luedke; Michael Nowak; and Ketki Steffen.
Month: August 2017
IL Gov. Rauner Vetoes HB 2525
On August 25, 2017, Governor Bruce Rauner vetoed in its entirety HB 2525, legislation that addresses the Illinois Workers’ Compensation System. We have previously discussed HB 2525 here, here and here. HB 2525 passed along party line vote in late May. In his statement, Governor Rauner opined that this legislation did not represent real reform … Continue reading IL Gov. Rauner Vetoes HB 2525
I&F Announces Opening of Michigan Office
I&F is extremely happy to announce that we have extended our services to the state of Michigan with the opening of a new office in Lansing. Our new office is located at 120 North Washington, Suite 300, in Lansing and can be reached at 517-234-4700. Attorneys Jynnifer Bates and Lauren Waninski will serve the firm's … Continue reading I&F Announces Opening of Michigan Office
Rauner Vetoes Bill to Create Illinois State Chartered NFP WC Insurance Company
On Friday August 18, 2017, Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner vetoed HB 2622, which created a state-chartered, not-for -profit workers' compensation insurance company. Rauner said, "Today I veto House Bill 2622 from the 100th General Assembly, which will create a state-sponsored workers’ compensation insurance company. This bill will also require the Department of Insurance to provide a loan … Continue reading Rauner Vetoes Bill to Create Illinois State Chartered NFP WC Insurance Company
IWCC Announces passing of Arbitrator Robert Falcioni
From the IWCC: The Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission and the entire Workers’ Compensation community are saddened at the passing of Arbitrator Robert Falcioni. Robert joined the Commission as a staff attorney in 1994. He became an Arbitrator in 1997 and loyally served the State of Illinois for over 20 years. On behalf of the entire … Continue reading IWCC Announces passing of Arbitrator Robert Falcioni
I&F Prevails where Illinois Appellate Court Upholds Finding that Firefighter’s Need for New Knee Not Related to Work Accident
Our office is pleased to report the receipt of a favorable Decision from the Illinois Appellate Court, First District. In this case, the petitioner, a firefighter/paramedic, sustained a compensable work related accident injuring his right knee and underwent surgery. Following surgery, therapy, and an FCE, his treating doctor found him at MMI. Four months later, … Continue reading I&F Prevails where Illinois Appellate Court Upholds Finding that Firefighter’s Need for New Knee Not Related to Work Accident
Village’s Denial of PSEBA Benefits Upheld by Illinois Appellate Court
In Wilczak v. The Village of Lombard, 2016 IL App (2d) 160205 (December 5, 2016), the Second District Appellate Court affirmed a Village’s denial of benefits under the Illinois Public Employee Benefits Act (“PSEBA”) (820 ILCS 320/1, et seq.). Under PSEBA, Illinois municipalities and fire protection districts must provide lifetime health insurance benefits to public … Continue reading Village’s Denial of PSEBA Benefits Upheld by Illinois Appellate Court
Smoking breaks, pigeons lead to the eventual death of a County Investigator and a cloudy workers’ compensation claim in Missouri
Terry Lankford brought a workers’ compensation claim in Missouri for the development of pneumonia and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease due to developing a breathing fungus and bacteria associated with pigeon droppings. Lankford, a heavy smoker, worked as an investigator for the county. He stated that when he started working for the county that he would … Continue reading Smoking breaks, pigeons lead to the eventual death of a County Investigator and a cloudy workers’ compensation claim in Missouri
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