ANTHONY J. CARUSO, JR. has practiced as a trial attorney since 1975. While associated with major Chicago law firms, he represented employers before the Illinois Industrial Commission, circuit and appellate courts and the Illinois Supreme Court. Mr. Caruso is noted for his aggressive advocacy on behalf of employers with regard to worker's compensation, occupational diseases and employer liability concerns.

Well versed in analyzing the effects of changing federal and state legislation on worker's compensation, Mr. Caruso is insightful at identifying needed reforms. This ability has led him to become active in worker's compensation reform committees.

A frequent guest lecturer and widely published author, Mr. Caruso has been a keynote speaker before claims associations, management groups and the insurance industry at regional and national levels. His articles have been published by the National Business Institute, Illinois Labor Law Specialists and the Illinois SelfInsurers Association. Some key topics are: compensability of worker's compensation claims, evaluating medical and permanent disability, preventing worker's compensation fraud and the impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act.