Strom & Associates Helps Partially-Injured Worker Return To Light Duty Work With Full Medical Care

CHICAGO – Lenilo Flores, 54, a right-hand-dominant bailer operator, was severely injured when
he caught his right hand in a shredding machine at his place of employment, AGI Klearfold. His
injures ultimately resulted in a 40 percent loss of use in his right hand.

“In some cases, it’s necessary to have a hearing on a case to protect the injured worker’s job
and his right to medical care as a result of a partially-debilitating injury,” explains Neal Strom of
Strom and Associates. “This was necessary in Mr. Flores’ case, since after receiving treatment,
he was able to go back to light-duty work at his place of employment. We wanted to make sure
he was able to do that without risking the loss of his job.”

Flores was hospitalized and treated by one of the best hand surgeons in Chicago, since
workers’ compensation laws protect his right to obtain medical care at a facility of his choice. He
remained hospitalized throughout his recovery and was released needing extended physical
therapy.

“Just because an injured worker can go back to work does not mean his employer or workers’
compensation responsibilities end,” says Strom. “Mr. Flores was entitled to medical care and the
protection of his livelihood.”

Flores returned to work light-duty with the help of Strom and Associates who also helped secure
payments for medical care as long as is necessary.

ABOUT STROM & ASSOCIATES
The Chicago law firm of Strom & Associates represents individuals injured in a work
environment who are seeking to enforce their rights under workers’ compensation laws. The
firm also represents the victims of personal injury. The law firm combines over 50 years of
experience working in personal injury and workers’ compensation. For more information, visit
www.stromandassociates.com.