WCLA Fall Medical Seminar

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

 George W Dunne Cook County Office Building, 69 West Washington Street, 22nd Floor, Rooms G and F, Chicago, IL

 3.0 General MCLE

Speakers and Topics:

• 1:00 - 2:00 pm: American Hip Institute
• 2:00 - 3:00 pm: Stellar Pain & Spine Specialists
• 3:00 - 4:00 pm: Midwest Orthopedics at Rush – Dr. Gregory Lopez (Spine)

Registration Links:

Attend in-person at the George W Dunne Cook County Office Building 69 West Washington Street, 22nd Floor, Rooms A, B, and C., Chicago, IL 60602: WCLA Learning: In-Person - 9/16/2026 Fall Medical Seminar

Attend Virtually: WCLA Learning: Webinar - 9/16/2026 Fall Medical Seminar

This year's fall seminar will feature presentations from leading medical professionals covering current trends, best practices, and emerging developments in patient care. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions and gain practical knowledge.

WCLA September Happy Hour

Thursday, September 17th - 5:30 - 8:30 PM

RIVER ROAST

333 N. LaSalle Street, Chicago

Limited to 50 guests.

Situated on the iconic Chicago River with stunning views of downtown, River Roast is a lively social house and gathering place. 

Fees

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NOTICE TO EMPLOYERS, INSURANCE CARRIERS,
THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS ADMINISTRATORS, AND COUNSEL

Please be advised that the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC), in collaboration with the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Association (WCLA), will co-host this Settlement Fair in 2026:

October 19–20, 2026

This event will be held in the IWCC Hearing Rooms at the Richard J. Daley Center in Chicago.

Employers, insurance carriers, and third-party claims administrators who wish to participate are encouraged to contact IWCC Chief of Staff Annette Roti at annette.roti@illinois.gov to schedule a date, time, and hearing room for settlement meetings. Counsel may also coordinate scheduling directly with Ms. Roti.

Each Settlement Fair will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on both days.

We encourage members of the bar to take advantage of this opportunity to efficiently move cases toward resolution.