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IL SB1863
Bill
AI Summary
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Reduces maximum attorney fees for death cases, total disability cases, and partial disability cases from 20% to 15% of the sum due for 364 weeks of permanent total disability based on the employee's average weekly wage.
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Maintains 20% maximum fee cap for initial or original claims in other types of cases, subject to Commission approval.
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Prohibits attorney fees for undisputed medical expenses and temporary total disability compensation unless payment is refused, improperly delayed, or terminated by the employer.
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Caps attorney fees at $100 for cases with no dispute regarding liability where the accident resulted in death, statutory permanent disability, amputation, testicle removal, or total vision loss.
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
Legislative Description
ATTY FEES WORKER COMP 15% MAX
Last Action
Session Sine Die
1/9/2019