Illinois trial bar peddles myths about workers’ compensation

By Michael Lucci

02/24/2017

The trial bar’s claim of profiteering is misdirection from the real issues. But if the trial bar wants more regulation of profit rates, it should begin with regulation of the profit rates of law firms that make their business on workers’ compensation cases.

TAGS: Illinois Workers Compensation Act, workers compensation

Broken workers’ compensation system costs Illinois taxpayers millions

By Eric Kohn

12/15/2016

Illinois’ uncompetitive workers’ compensation system doesn’t just hurt private sector businesses – it is also costing taxpayers more than $400 million per year.

TAGS: Illinois Workers Compensation Act, local government, Public Employee Disability Act and Public Employee Benefits Act, workers compensation

Beyond degrees: Empowering Illinoisans through career-first education

Published June 3, 2025 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The best path to empowerment and success, especially for poor people, is work. Work allows us to prosper while providing dignity, upward mobility, the means to support ourselves and create value for others. It’s how we become thriving members of our community. Central to this process is our education...

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