Wiesz Confirmed as Chair of Illinois Workers’ Comp Commission

The Illinois Senate has confirmed Mitch Weisz as chairman of the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission.

Gov. Pat Quinn appointed Weisz chairman in March and he has served as acting chair since that time. Weisz worked as an attorney concentrating in workers’ compensation for 25 years, and has banking and business experience.

Long time chairman Paul Rink retired in late February

Gov. Quinn has appointed Daniel Donohoo as commissioner of the IWCC. Donohoo served as the Madison County Recorder of Deeds for 21 years, and operated his own accounting firm for 17 years.

After completing the legally-required training, Commissioner Donohoo will be assigned a panel and hearing sites.

Source: Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission

Topics Workers' Compensation Illinois

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