Craig Van Schouwen | Valparaiso Workers' Compensation Lawyer
Craig R. Van Schouwen
Accident & Injury, Workers' Compensation, Social Security -- Disability, Divorce & Family Law
- Law Office: Blachly, Tabor, Bozik & Hartman, LLC
- Law School: DePaul University College of Law, J.D. 1991
- Status: In Good Standing * Status is reviewed annually, For latest information visit here
- Licensed: 32 years
56 Washington St.
46383
Valparaiso
IN
219-464-1041 Showcase Page
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Attorney/Partner, Craig Van Schouwen concentrates his practice in plaintiffs’ Workers’ Compensation law. A former insurance defense attorney, Mr. Van Schouwen “changed sides” in 1995 when he joined the Valparaiso law firm. He has represented injured workers across the nation since that time.
A passionate advocate for his clients, Mr. Van Schouwen takes pride in helping people get the medical treatment and benefits they need. He is a frequent lecturer and conducts seminars to educate workers about their rights and benefits. Understanding that the Workers’ Compensation system “isn’t perfect,” Mr. Van Schouwen participates in activities directed at strengthening that system.
Committed to helping the families of injured workers, Mr. Van Schouwen serves on the board of directors of Kids’ Chance, a national organization of attorneys, insurance executives, union representatives and Workers’ Compensation Board members, that provides scholarship funding for children whose parent has been injured in a catastrophic workplace accident.
A former runner and cyclist, Mr. Van Schouwen has participated in three Chicago Marathons and several hundred-mile bike rides.
A passionate advocate for his clients, Mr. Van Schouwen takes pride in helping people get the medical treatment and benefits they need. He is a frequent lecturer and conducts seminars to educate workers about their rights and benefits. Understanding that the Workers’ Compensation system “isn’t perfect,” Mr. Van Schouwen participates in activities directed at strengthening that system.
Committed to helping the families of injured workers, Mr. Van Schouwen serves on the board of directors of Kids’ Chance, a national organization of attorneys, insurance executives, union representatives and Workers’ Compensation Board members, that provides scholarship funding for children whose parent has been injured in a catastrophic workplace accident.
A former runner and cyclist, Mr. Van Schouwen has participated in three Chicago Marathons and several hundred-mile bike rides.
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Experience
| Position | Organization | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Partner | Blachly, Tabor, Bozik & Hartman, LLC | Valparaiso, IN | Present |
Education
| School | Degree | Major | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DePaul University College of Law | J.D. | Law School | 1991 |
| Indiana University Northwest | Bachelors | Business | 1988 |
Admission
| State / Court | Date |
|---|---|
| Indiana | 1991 |
Associations
- Member | Association of American Trial Lawyers
Member | Indiana Trial Lawyers Association
Member | Workplace Injury Litigation Group
Member | Porter County Bar Association
Member | Lake County Bar Association
Honors & Awards
- Distinguished | Martindale-Hubbell | 2020
Cases
Publications
- Pocket Guide to Indiana Workers’ Compensation
Social Security Disability — Coordination of Benefits
The Independent Medical Examination: An Overview from the Plaintiff’s Perspective
Office Hours
| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 am - 5:00 pm | 8:30 am - 5:00 pm | 8:30 am - 5:00 pm | 8:30 am - 5:00 pm | 8:30 am - 5:00 pm |
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Service Type: Private
Language: English
Update Date: 2019-07-01
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Craig R. Van Schouwen
56 Washington St.
Suite 401
Valparaiso, IN 46383
41.4675348,-87.0612552
56 Washington St.
Suite 401
Valparaiso, IN 46383
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