Wage Differential

Has An Injury Left You Earning Less Than You Were Before?

If you’ve returned to work after a serious injury but are not earning less than you did before, Illinois law may entitle you to wage differential benefits. These benefits are designed to bridge the gap between what you were earning before your injury and your current reduced income.

At Balke & Williams, based in Crystal Lake, IL, and Warrenville, IL, our wage differential lawyers have years of combined experience helping injured workers recover the wage support they rightfully deserve. Whether your injury forced you to make an abrupt and disappointing career change or left you unable to work at your full capacity, we know what it takes to get every dollar you’re entitled to.

Why Clients Choose Balke & Williams

Wage differential cases aren’t simply about numbers; they’re about dignity, stability, and rebuilding your life, as well. That’s why our wage differential benefit lawyers take a hands-on approach to all the cases they handle. The personalized strategies they construct are designed to shine a light on the true impact your injury has had on you and your earning potential.

From gathering vocational expert testimony to forecasting lifetime earnings losses, everything we do stems from one purpose: building your claims so insurers and arbitrators fully understand what’s at stake. We ensure no detail, no matter how big or small it may seem, is overlooked and that your voice is never lost amid the legal noise or silenced by attempts to dodge liability.

Struggling To Make Ends Meet Due To Your Injury?

One of the most frustrating parts of recovering from a work-related injury is returning to the job but not receiving the same pay you used to. Whether you’ve been placed on light duty, switched fields entirely, or taken a part-time role to accommodate ongoing pain or limitations you now face, the financial hit can be quite severe.

Unfortunately, many workers throughout Illinois don’t even realize they’re entitled to compensation for these losses. And those who do tend to face unjust pushback from insurers who try to downplay their claims just to save their company money.

But with an experienced wage differential claims lawyer working with and for you, you won’t be forced into defeat. There’s a legal path forward; let our lawyers guide you toward the best outcome possible and the benefits you truly deserve.

Let’s Close Your Personal Wage Gap, Together

The first step we take in closing your personal wage gap is listening. We listen to your story, how the injury happened and how it’s impacted every area of your life, not just your paycheck. From there, we build a case that clearly shows how you’ve not only suffered physically but have also been dealt an unfair financial blow.

We’ll dig into your medical records, employment history, and current work restrictions to paint a complete and compelling picture. If that doesn’t bring your employer or their insurer to the table in good faith, we’ll be ready to escalate without hesitation.

Reclaim Your Financial Security Today

You’ve worked too hard to let an injury steal your earning power. With Balke & Williams at your side, you can pursue the wage differential benefits that you deserve and can help stabilize your future. So, email or call us at (312) 986-8063 today to learn more and get the compassion, tenacity, and unmatched legal insight you need to be made whole.