Frank S. Murdock

Frank S. Murdock is a Chicago attorney at Morici, Longo & Associates who represents injured workers and people hurt by someone else's negligence, with a practice covering workers' compensation, personal injury, and Social Security Disability claims. Licensed in Illinois since 2022, Mr. Murdock joined the firm in December 2025, bringing a varied background that includes three years defending employers in workers' compensation cases before switching sides to represent injured workers instead.

A defense attorney raised Mr. Murdock, but he switched sides because his passion lies in helping the little guy. He believes in always taking the moral high ground and in working with empathy, compassion, and patience. Having spent three years defending employers, he knows how workers' compensation cases look from the other side of the table.

He represents clients in three areas. In workers' compensation, he helps people who were injured in the course of their employment. In personal injury, he represents people injured as a result of negligence. In Social Security Disability, he helps clients who applied for benefits and were denied. His highest settlements so far include $85,866.00, $52,470.42, and $31,377.60 for injured clients.

Mr. Murdock earned his J.D. cum laude from Northern Illinois University College of Law in 2022, where he was active in mock trial and the Trial Advocacy Society, after earning his B.S. in Political Science from Northern Illinois University in 2019. He started his legal career as a certified law clerk prosecuting domestic violence and DUI cases for the Kane County State's Attorney's Office.

Mr. Murdock shares what he learns with the legal community. He helped train the Kane County Sheriff's Office on when to charge for strangulation and authored "The Bruises That Go Unseen" for the Kane County Bar Briefs. He also hosted a seminar for workers' compensation adjusters on ethics in claim handling and has volunteered as a mock trial judge for Northern Illinois University's mock trial team. He is a member of the Justinian Society of Lawyers, the Illinois State Bar Association, the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, and the Workers Compensation Lawyers Association.

Frank encourages regular client communication. He wants clients not only to get through the legal process but also to understand it and feel well informed. He knows the anxiety and stress that come with filing a claim, and his goal is to reduce his clients' worries as much as possible with patience and empathy. If you were hurt at work, injured by someone's negligence, or denied Social Security Disability benefits, contact Morici, Longo & Associates to talk with Frank S. Murdock about your options.

Practice Areas

• Workers' compensation
• Personal injury
• Social Security Disability claims

Education

• J.D., Northern Illinois University College of Law (Cum Laude, 2022)
• B.S., Political Science, Northern Illinois University (2019)

Professional Memberships

• Justinian Society of Lawyers
• Illinois State Bar Association
• Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
• Workers Compensation Lawyers Association

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Frank S. Murdock, and what cases does he handle?

Frank S. Murdock is an attorney at Morici, Longo & Associates in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois since 2022. He handles workers' compensation, personal injury, and Social Security Disability claims for people who have been hurt or denied benefits.

Why did Frank Murdock switch from defending employers to representing injured workers?

Frank spent three years defending employers in workers' compensation cases. Although he was raised by a defense attorney, he switched sides because his passion lies in helping the little guy. He believes in working with empathy, compassion, and patience.

What is Frank Murdock's legal background?

Mr. Murdock earned his J.D. cum laude from Northern Illinois University College of Law in 2022. He began his career as a certified law clerk prosecuting domestic violence and DUI cases for the Kane County State's Attorney's Office. He has also authored a Kane County Bar Briefs article, hosted a workers' compensation claim-handling ethics seminar, and helped train law enforcement.

What should I do right after a work injury in Illinois?

Get medical care, then report the injury to your employer as soon as you can, preferably in writing. Illinois gives you 45 days to notify your employer, and waiting longer can put your benefits at risk. Keep copies of your medical records and any work restrictions, and talk with a workers' compensation lawyer before you sign anything you do not fully understand.

How long do I have to file a workers' compensation claim in Illinois?

In most cases, you must file an Application for Adjustment of Claim with the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission within three years of the accident or within two years of your last benefits payment, whichever is later. This is separate from the 45-day deadline to notify your employer, so do not wait on either one.

What benefits can I receive under Illinois workers' compensation?

Illinois workers' compensation is a no-fault system, so you can generally receive benefits even if the accident was partly your fault. Benefits may include medical treatment, payments for time you cannot work, and compensation if the injury leaves you with a lasting or permanent disability.

What should I do if I was injured because of someone else's negligence?

Get medical care first, then document what happened with photos, witness names, and records. Avoid giving a recorded statement to an insurance company before speaking with a lawyer. In Illinois, the deadline to file a personal injury lawsuit is generally two years from the date of injury.

What happens if my Social Security Disability claim is denied?

A denial is common, and you can appeal. In Illinois, the first step is usually a request for reconsideration, which generally must be filed within 60 days of the denial notice. If that is denied, you can request a hearing before an administrative law judge, then ask the Appeals Council to review, and finally go to federal court. Each step has its own 60-day deadline.

What is the difference between workers' compensation and Social Security Disability?

Workers' compensation covers injuries and illnesses that happen because of your job, and it is paid through your employer's insurance. Social Security Disability is a federal program for people who cannot work because of a serious medical condition expected to last at least a year, whether or not it was work-related. Some people may be eligible for both.

How do I schedule a consultation with Morici, Longo & Associates?

Contact Morici, Longo & Associates via the contact form or call (312) 779-0366 to talk with Frank about your case. He encourages regular communication, so you can expect to stay informed and understand each step. It helps to bring your medical records, any denial letters, and any incident reports.