Work Injuries

Work Injuries services offered in Hoffman Estates, Rolling Meadows and Mt. Prospect, IL

Workplace accidents happen even when employees follow safety recommendations and employers take all possible precautions. And sometimes, job injuries and illnesses occur over years of work activities. If you have a work injury, the NewMed Immediate Care team offers examinations and medical care, supporting your recovery and helping you return to work. They welcome walk-ins, or you can schedule an appointment. Call the Hoffman Estates, Rolling Meadows, or Prospect, Illinois, office or request a work injuries appointment online today.

What are the most common work injuries?

Work injuries include on-the-job accidents, overuse injuries, and illnesses caused by your work environment. For example, you may develop a lung disease over years of inhaling dust or fumes.

The most common work injuries include:

Slip-and-fall accidents
Being struck by an object
Accidents involving tools
Car and truck accidents
Repetitive use injuries (like carpal tunnel syndrome)
Construction accidents
Exposure to chemicals
Lifting injuries

These injuries cause a variety of health problems, from cuts and abrasions to strains, sprains, pinched nerves, fractures, and chronic back pain.

What should I do after a work injury?

It’s vital to take the following steps after you’re injured on the job.

1. Seek medical attention

The first step is getting a medical evaluation, whether right after your injury or as soon as you realize you have a work-related health problem.

Getting prompt medical care prevents the injury from worsening and ensures you can return to work as quickly as possible. It also establishes a record that your injury is related to your job, which you need for workers’ compensation.

2. Notify your employer

Workers’ compensation requires you to notify your employer as soon as possible. Though you can talk with them, it's best to put it in writing to document when the injury occurred and what happened.

3. File a claim

After learning about your work-related injury, your employer must notify the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC). However, the IWCC will not take action until you file a claim.

4. Keep a record of your expenses

Document all expenses related to your treatment, recovery, and rehabilitation.

5. Keep medical appointments

Keeping your medical appointments puts you on the path to healing. But there’s another reason to keep up with your medical care: Workers’ compensation expects progress reports. They may close your claim and stop sending benefits if you skip medical care.

What should I expect during treatment for a work injury?

NewMed Immediate Care provides work injury evaluations and comprehensive treatment supporting your recovery. The team also has extensive experience completing the reports required by workers’ compensation.

Call the nearest office, book online, or walk in when you need an evaluation for work injuries.