Asked in Workers' Compensation and Employment Law for Illinois

Q: I was injured Nov 21,2016. At my employeer we receive our vacation on our 1 year Anniversary. I've been employeed with

Them for 9 years as of Jan 14, 2017. They are refusing to pay my vacation pay because I've been out and on Workers Comp. Can they legally do this?

1 Lawyer Answer
Steve McCann
Steve McCann
Answered
  • Chicago, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: The answer to your question depends on specific language in your employment contract, but based on the limited facts provided, you may have a case. Are you represented by an attorney? If so, I would recommend directing all of your questions to the attorney assisting you with the worker's comp case. If you do not have one, I would highly recommend obtaining an attorney immediately, as you will never be taken seriously until you do so.

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