Can a worker file for Illinois workers compensation benefits if they do not live in Illinois?
Yes as long as they can show that Illinois has jurisdiction over their case. They can show this by proving that the accident happened in Illinois, the principal place of employment is in Illinois or the contract for hire was in Illinois. If the accident was in Illinois then the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission will have jurisdiction. For the other factors an analysis by an Illinois workers compensation lawyer is required.
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