Brian J. McManus & Associates, LTD

Brian J. McManus & Associates, LTD

Small law firm in downtown Chicago

(312) 346-8210

Demanding Justice and
Protecting Your Rights

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    • Construction Negligence
    • Dog Bites
    • Medical Malpractice
    • Motor Vehicle Accidents
    • Personal Injury
    • Premises Liability
    • Product Liability
    • Workers’ Compensation
    • Wrongful Death
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    • Brian J. McManus, Sr.
    • Brian McManus, Jr.
    • Michael N. Folga
    • Fred W. Ellison, Jr.
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What You Should Do If You’re Injured at Work

March 10, 2021 McManus

There are three critical things to do after being hurt at work. First, report the actual accident to the employer. Under the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act , the injury employee has 45 days to provide notice to their employer. If you don’t do that, it could be a complete defense afforded to the employer. The second […]

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Workers’ Compensation Claim Denials

February 6, 2021 McManus

Before you make your claim to the workers’ compensation insurance company, you should have an experienced lawyer on your side or at least to have consulted with one about your rights. There are various circumstances that an employer may have to determine to assess if it is a compensable accident or a compensable accident up […]

Personal Injury, workers' compensation

What Is Workers’ Compensation Law?

January 3, 2021 McManus

Workers’ compensation (often referred to as “workers’ comp”) law in Illinois is a law that governs when employees are injured while at work in a “compensable” accident. Injured workers are mainly entitled to three benefits (assuming there is a compensable case): The employer is going to pay them temporary total disability—two-thirds of their average weekly […]

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Qualifying for Worker’s Compensation

March 30, 2020 McManus

When a person is injured while working, they may have a claim for worker’s compensation benefits. Because not all workplace injuries qualify for compensation, it is important to understand if your situation qualifies. If you have questions or if you are unsure about your injury, a skilled workers compensation lawyer can assist with helping you […]

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Cleared for Takeoff: Flight Attendants’ Workers’ Compensation Rights

February 26, 2020 McManus

When a flight attendant is injured while engaged in the course of their employment, then they may be eligible to receive workers compensation benefits, including wage replacement and medical care. If you sustain an injury while working, then workers compensation lawyers in Illinois can assist you with filing a workers compensation claim. What common types […]

Personal Injury, workers' compensation

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Brian J. McManus & Associates, LTD.
33 North LaSalle St., Suite 1210
Chicago, IL. 60602

(312) 346-8210 phone
(877) 346-8211 toll-free
(312) 346-8565 fax

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