Illinois Ruling on Civil Liability for Employers Confirms Risks to Companies - The National Law Forum

Illinois Ruling on Civil Liability for Employers Confirms Risks to Companies - The National Law Forum

Since their inception, the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act (820 ILCS 305/1 et seq.) and Workers’ Occupational Diseases Acts (820 ILCS 310/1 et seq.) (the “Acts” or “Act”) have offered some certainty and predictability with respect to injuries sustained in the course of employment. The Acts provide a clear framework within which injured employees may pursue claims against their employers and ensures they can receive payment of their medical ex…