Illinois | Workers Comp
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I was Injured on the job on March 13, 2009. I was rushed to the ER ROOM. I was later released and went back to work 2 days later. I was informed my company was not going to pay my ER bill and my job was in fact in jeopardy due to I did not inform my company of a "pre existing condition." I was unaware of this condition and was eventually let go after a week of return employment.
I hired a lawyer to fight for my rights. I will keep the lawyers name private. I unfortunately chose a very unprofessional lawyer. It has been over 15 months, and I was informed by this Lawyer that is minimum time to reach a settlement. The defense lawyer has recommended payment of my hospital bills and payment for injury, this letter was sent to me April 15, 2010. I have since contacted my lawyer and he has informed me "we are waiting for a settlement."
My Question is. Can I switch Lawyers before a settlement is reached? I have a good friend of mine who is a Lawyer who has done more work and earned the 20% commission more so than my current lawyer.
I was unaware any lawyer can review a Case Number, although if a settlement is reach, I have to stick with my current lawyer.
Can I contact the defense Lawyer to see when a settlement will be reached, as my Lawyer refuses to meet with me or return my phone calls.
Can I write a formal compliant letter about this lawyer to the City of Chicago, or someone who will listen?
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