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A civil justice watchdog warns a new Illinois law could reverse the state’s gains in workers’ compensation reform and raise costs for employers.
Published Aug 16, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT | WFMZZ
A civil justice watchdog says a new Illinois law could reverse the state’s gains in workers’ compensation reform. The Center Square reported the watchdog’s warning that the law may lead to higher costs for employers.
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