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Pursuant to Section 14 of the Act (820 ILCS 305/14), the Chairman evaluates Arbitrators seeking reappointment and may recommend them to the Governor.

To assist in this process, please complete a brief survey for any Arbitrator with whom you have had direct interaction. The survey is easy to use and includes space for comments.

Only Arbitrators seeking reappointment are included. Please do not submit evaluations for individuals you have not worked with.

The survey is found here:  Arbitration Evaluation 2026

All responses must be submitted by April 22, 2026.

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Workers' compensation is a no-fault system of benefits paid by employers to workers who experience work-related injuries or diseases. 

The Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission resolves disputes between employees and employers regarding work-related injuries and illnesses.  A case is first tried by an arbitrator, whose decision may be reviewed by a panel of three commissioners. Cases may then be appealed to the circuit court, Appellate Court, and Illinois Supreme Court.  Like most court systems, the vast majority of disputes are resolved by settlement. 

Our staff will explain Commission procedures and case status information, but cannot answer specific legal questions regarding a case.  For more information, email us or call us 312-814-6500, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Please do not fax questions.) 

Se habla español.  Polski

Michael J. Brennan, Chairman

Commissioners by panel: Panel A Panel B Panel C

Employee representatives:

Amylee Simonovich

Raychel Wesley

Marc Parker

Public representatives:

Stephen Mathis

Carolyn Doherty

Maria Portela

Employer representatives:

Kathryn Doerries

Frank Soto

Christopher Harris

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Contact Information

Chicago: 312-814-6500

Springfield: 217-785-7087

Collinsville: 618-346-3484

Peoria: 312-814-6500

Rockford: 312-814-6500 If you intend to visit our Peoria or Rockford office, please call first to make sure the office is open.

TDD/TTY Support Line: 866-383-4370

Support: wcc.compfile@illinois.gov

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