Cornered: Brian McGovern on Workers' Compensation from Reporting to Resolution

Workers seeking assistance with lost wages and medical bills after workplace injuries face lengthy investigations that include interviews, medical evaluations, and more. This week we corner Brian McGovern of Hanagan & McGovern in Mount Vernon, Illinois, to learn about the process injured workers can expect, some of the pitfalls along the way, and why legal representation in these matters is so important to securing a soft landing.

If you're looking for more guidance on recent developments in workers' compensation, the 2025 Workers' Compensation Institute is available on-demand at IICLE.com. It is 6 credit hours of practical guidance including 2.25 credit hours of general professional responsibility credit.

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