--- title: Our Blog description: Check out the latest article from Porro Niermann Law Group, LLC, Your local Workers' Comp & Personal Injury Lawyers serving Aurora IL since 1948. --- [![PN Law Group Logo-1366.jpg](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PN%20Law%20Logo%20Files/PN%20Law%20Group%20Logo-1366.jpg?width=1366&height=384&name=PN%20Law%20Group%20Logo-1366.jpg "PN Law Group Logo-1366.jpg")](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/) # Articles ![page-image.jpg](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/hs-fs/hubfs/page-image.jpg?width=2000&name=page-image.jpg "page-image.jpg") [![](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Portrait%20of%20a%20photographer%20covering%20her%20face%20with%20the%20camera.jpeg) ](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/tips-to-take-better-photos-for-a-case) ## [Tips to take better photos for a Workers' Comp or Personal Injury Case](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/tips-to-take-better-photos-for-a-case) ** Nov 15, 2019 12:27:04 PM / by [Christopher Santucci](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/author/christopher-santucci) posted in [Workers' Compensation](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/topic/workers-compensation) [** 0 Comments](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/tips-to-take-better-photos-for-a-case#comments-listing) In a personal injury or workers' compensation lawsuit, photographic evidence can be a deciding factor in a case. Here are some tips for taking better photographs. [Read More **](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/tips-to-take-better-photos-for-a-case) [![](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/hubfs/gavel%20with%20law%20book.jpg) ](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/the-basics-of-bankruptcy) ## [The Basics of Bankruptcy](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/the-basics-of-bankruptcy) ** Aug 6, 2019 5:04:56 PM / by [Chris Williams](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/author/chris-williams) posted in [Bankruptcy](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/topic/bankruptcy) [** 0 Comments](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/the-basics-of-bankruptcy#comments-listing) Bankruptcy can be a complicated process with many components. Here is a general breakdown of key parts. [Read More **](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/the-basics-of-bankruptcy) [![](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/hubfs/More%20law%20books.jpg) ](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/the-right-to-control-an-individuals-actions) ## [The right to control an individual’s actions in employer-employee relationship](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/the-right-to-control-an-individuals-actions) ** Apr 10, 2019 12:27:30 PM / by [Michelle Porro](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/author/michelle-porro) posted in [Workers' Compensation](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/topic/workers-compensation) [** 0 Comments](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/the-right-to-control-an-individuals-actions#comments-listing) The appellate court reviewed the essential factors for determining whether an individual is an employee versus an independent contractor in [Agnes Skzubel v. IWCC, 01-09-0442WC](https://caselaw.findlaw.com/il-court-of-appeals/1523503.html). The initial question presented was whether Four M, which is in the business of distributing newspapers to stores and vendors for the Sun-Times, was an employer of Agnes Skzubel. The court answered in the affirmative. [Read More **](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/the-right-to-control-an-individuals-actions) [![](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/hubfs/law%20books%20with%20gavel%20and%20scale.jpg) ](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/the-illinois-employee-act-constitutional-or-not) ## [The Illinois Employee Act—Constitutional or not? An analysis of Bartlow v. Costigan](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/the-illinois-employee-act-constitutional-or-not) ** Apr 8, 2019 9:00:00 AM / by [Michelle Porro](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/author/michelle-porro) posted in [Workers' Compensation](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/topic/workers-compensation) [** 0 Comments](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/the-illinois-employee-act-constitutional-or-not#comments-listing) [Read More **](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/the-illinois-employee-act-constitutional-or-not) [![](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/hubfs/law%20books.jpg) ](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/can-a-petitioner-waive-the-right-to-a-section-8d2-wage-differential) ## [Can a petitioner waive the right to a Section 8(d)(2) wage differential absent a request by petitioner for a specific loss PPD award](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/can-a-petitioner-waive-the-right-to-a-section-8d2-wage-differential) ** Apr 3, 2019 12:49:29 PM / by [Michelle Porro](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/author/michelle-porro) posted in [Workers' Compensation](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/topic/workers-compensation) [** 0 Comments](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/can-a-petitioner-waive-the-right-to-a-section-8d2-wage-differential#comments-listing)   [Read More **](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/can-a-petitioner-waive-the-right-to-a-section-8d2-wage-differential) [![](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/hubfs/gavel%20with%20law%20book.jpg) ](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/can-workers-comp-carrier-misconduct-affect-right-to-recovery) ## [Can Workers' Comp Carrier Misconduct Affect Right to Recovery](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/can-workers-comp-carrier-misconduct-affect-right-to-recovery) ** Apr 3, 2019 11:15:27 AM / by [Michelle Porro](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/author/michelle-porro) posted in [Workers' Compensation](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/topic/workers-compensation) [** 0 Comments](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/can-workers-comp-carrier-misconduct-affect-right-to-recovery#comments-listing) #### An analysis of *In re Estate of Arnold Rexroad Sr.* Can a workers’ compensation carrier’s misconduct result in a forfeiture of their right to recovery under Section 5(b) of the [Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act](http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs3.asp?ActID=2430&ChapterID=68)? The appellate court overruled the circuit court and decided that the facts in this case did not justify forfeiture of the 5(b) lien, however, it has happened in other states. [Read More **](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/can-workers-comp-carrier-misconduct-affect-right-to-recovery) [![](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/hubfs/medical%20injury%20evaluation.jpg) ](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/what-is-a-functional-capacity-evaluation) ## [What is a Functional Capacity Evaluation](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/what-is-a-functional-capacity-evaluation) ** Apr 2, 2019 11:28:36 AM / by [Christopher Santucci](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/author/christopher-santucci) posted in [Workers' Compensation](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/topic/workers-compensation) [** 0 Comments](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/what-is-a-functional-capacity-evaluation#comments-listing) ### What is an FCE [When recovering from a workplace injury, your doctor may request that you have a Functional Capacity Evaluation. A Functional Capacity Evaluation ](https://www.aota.org/About-Occupational-Therapy/Professionals/WI/Capacity-Eval.aspx)(FCE) is a test usually delivered by a physical therapist after a round of treatment to determine whether an injured worker can safely return to work (including Full Duty, Modified Duty or Transitional Duty).  These tests typically range from 2-6 hours and can cover a wide variety of functions including how long and how often you can do the following: [Read More **](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/what-is-a-functional-capacity-evaluation) [![](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/hubfs/PN%20Law%20Stock%20Photos/doctor%20image.jpeg) ](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/choosing-your-doctor) ## [Choosing Your Doctor](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/choosing-your-doctor) ** Nov 7, 2017 11:13:15 AM / by [Christopher Santucci](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/author/christopher-santucci) posted in [Workers' Compensation](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/topic/workers-compensation) [** 0 Comments](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/choosing-your-doctor#comments-listing)   [Read More **](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/choosing-your-doctor) [![](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/hubfs/PN%20Law%20Stock%20Photos/workers%20compensation%20law.jpg) ](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/first-steps-after-an-accident-at-work) ## [First Steps After an Accident at Work](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/first-steps-after-an-accident-at-work) ** Nov 7, 2017 10:41:11 AM / by [Christopher Santucci](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/author/christopher-santucci) posted in [Workers' Compensation](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/topic/workers-compensation) [** 0 Comments](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/first-steps-after-an-accident-at-work#comments-listing) ## What You Can Do Now to Protect Your Rights [Read More **](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/first-steps-after-an-accident-at-work) [![](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/hubfs/Work%20Injury%20stockphoto-compressed.jpg) ](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/what-is-workers-compensation) ## [What is Workers' Compensation?](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/what-is-workers-compensation) ** Nov 7, 2017 10:29:13 AM / by [Christopher Santucci](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/author/christopher-santucci) posted in [Workers' Compensation](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/topic/workers-compensation) [** 0 Comments](https://www.pnlawoffice.com/blog/what-is-workers-compensation#comments-listing) Workers’ compensation is a mandated state program that provides compensation to employees and workers who have suffered job or work related illnesses and injuries. 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