What does this mean for workers’ compensation? Medicare isn’t calling all the shots any longer. Unlike in the past, Courts will no longer need to defer to how Medicare interprets ambiguities or silence in applicable statutes.

Anuoluwapo and Ross join the firm as Associates in the workers’ compensation group.

Members of Nyhan's Social, Charitable, and DEI Committees volunteered in United Way's Care Project to support the WE Organization.

John Harp, III and Daniel Swanson bring a combined 50 years of experience in workers’ compensation to the firm.

In a recent decision, the Appellate Court determines that the clear, unambiguous language of Section 8(e)17 calls for using the “percentage” approach over the “weeks” method for application of credits.

Bill has helped mold the firm into what it is today – an inclusive and community-service-focused institution in Chicago’s legal realm.

The Appellate Court reversed the Commission’s award of PPD and ordered an award of wage differential benefits.

Learn more about Nyhan’s commitment to women's empowerment.

For years, the exclusive remedy provision insulated employers from civil litigation by employees for industrial accidents and exposures. In 2019, the Illinois legislature passed a law that created an exception, with potentially dire consequences at stake. That change is being challenged now, and the case is headed to the Illinois Supreme Court for some answers.

Our Charitable Committee participated in several community volunteer opportunities in 2023, including Race Judicata, a Habitat for Humanity build and more.