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Can the parties settle a claim for compensation benefits?

April 26, 2017Benefits claim compensation Parties

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Can the parties settle a claim for compensation benefits?

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Yes, claims may be settled between the parties, provided the settlements are approved by the Industrial Commission. All settlements must have Industrial Commission approval. *** This information is intended to serve only as a general overview of the rights of employees who have had work-related injuries. This information provides a brief overview of the rights of injured employees as set forth under the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act. This information does not constitute legal advice and does not represent all the rights as set forth under the Illinois Workers’ Condensation Act. It is not intended to explain all the benefits or conditions pertaining to specific cases. Each individual case has to be evaluated by applying the law to the facts of each case. Portions of this information were excerpted from the Illinois Industrial Commission Handbook on Workers’ Compensation.