WC – Claim Process

Even with safety measures in place, employees can still get into workplace accidents and sustain injuries. If you hurt your head while on your shift and sustained a concussion because of the incident, you need to prioritize your health and seek financial help for your...

An injury at work raises immediate questions about medical care. One of the questions that often comes up is: Do you get to pick your own doctor? Learning about what your options are might make a difference in the type of care you receive. When your employer might...

Getting hurt on the job can inspire a variety of complications. People usually have to miss work to obtain medical evaluation and treatment. They may be unable to return to work for some time if their injuries are significant. Their condition can quickly lead to...

Most employees in Minnesota have protection if they get hurt on the job. Workers' compensation benefits can replace lost income and pay for health care expenses. Workers injured in an incident on the job can apply for benefits. Those who develop medical conditions may...

If you get injured on the job, you may be entitled to financial compensation through the workers’ comp program. This is designed to cover your medical bills and replace a portion of your wages. With a few exceptions, employers in Minnesota are required to carry...

If you are hurt while performing services for your Minnesota employer, it may be possible to collect workers' compensation benefits. Ideally, you will report the injury to your employer and seek treatment as quickly as possible. It is also important to file your claim...

When you’re injured at work, you probably fear for the lost wages you will suffer due to being out of work while you heal. As workers’ compensation attorneys, one of the most common questions we receive is, “Can I get fired for filing a workers’ compensation claim?”...

Workplace safety should never be taken lightly. No matter the size of the company or the field of work, employers have an ethical and legal obligation to provide a safe work environment for their employees. From complying with OSHA regulations to conducting regular...

There is a lot of misinformation out there regarding whether you can choose your own doctor after a work injury. Sometimes, your employer may try to bend the truth to get you to see a doctor of their choosing. Others will flat out lie to you that you are not allowed...

As an employee in the state of Minnesota, it’s mandatory that your employer covers you under workers’ compensation. Unlike other states, Minnesota has made workers’ compensation coverage mandatory for anyone, or any business, who has even one employee. Pursuing...