Amendments to the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act - Are We There Yet?

During this workshop, we will cover the five biggest changes to the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act in terms of potential COST SAVINGS to employers.

Important topics to be explored during this session include the following:

• Medical Choice & Preferred Provider Program
• Fee Schedule
• Utilization Review
• AMA Guidelines
• Wage Loss

With respect to each change, we will provide comprehensive information on:

• Effective Date
• Change
• Best Practice
• Projected Cost Savings
• Recommended Additional Changes

We will also cover changes that eluded business as well as additional proposed legislative changes including Restricted Return-to-Work & Termination, Credit Man as a Whole Award, Accurate Wage Analysis and Roll Back PPD Increases from 2006. Please join us for this important and timely workshop.

Guest Speaker

Derek A. Storm, Partner, Garofalo, Schreiber, Hart & Storm, Chtd.
Derek earned his Juris Doctorate from DePaul University, an LL.M. with merit from the University of London and graduated with honors from Eastern Illinois University. He is a member of the Chicago Bar Association and Workers' Compensation Lawyers Association where he served as both Former Director and Past President. Derek's area of law practice includes insurance defense, workers' compensation and trial experience. He was selected by the Leading Lawyers Network from 2004-2011 as a Top Lawyer and has achieved the highest rating for legal ability in Martindale-Hubbell. Derek was admitted to the Illinois State Bar in 1984 and to the U.S. Court, District of Illinois in 1987.

 Participation is complimentary. Early registration is encouraged, as space is limited. For more information please contact Deb Smith toll-free at 866-248-5300 or e-mail workshops@thehortongroup.com.