Navigating Job Loss And Work Injuries In Minnesota: We Are Here To Help

Getting hurt in a work accident and being unemployed can be a devastating combination. The financial and emotional toll can be overwhelming, and people often struggle with a great deal of stress, fear and frustration.

The caring and knowledgeable team at Midwest Disability, LLC., is committed to ensuring you get the benefits you deserve in Minnesota. We handle both unemployment and workers’ compensation cases. With us, you’ll have a strong ally helping you maximize your financial remedies.

How Do These Programs Compare?

Unemployment insurance is a safety net for those who’ve lost their jobs through no fault of their own. Workers’ compensation is employer-paid insurance that provides financial support and medical benefits to employees who get hurt on the job or develop work-related illnesses.

Here’s a closer look at the distinctions between unemployment and workers’ compensation benefits:

• Eligibility criteria: To qualify for unemployment benefits, you must be actively seeking new employment and be ready and able to start work immediately. For workers’ compensation, you must have been injured on the job and reported the incident to your employer.
• Types of benefits: Unemployment benefits provide a weekly stipend to help with living expenses, while workers’ compensation benefits cover medical expenses, lost wages and vocational rehabilitation.
• Application and claim processes: To apply for unemployment benefits, you must apply with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development. For workers’ compensation, you’ll need to report the incident to your employer and file a claim with the Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Insurers Association.
• Duration and limitations of benefits: Unemployment benefits are typically available for 26 weeks, while workers’ compensation benefits can last longer, depending on the severity of your injury.

In other words, both programs support workers who are not working but serve different purposes and involve distinct processes.

The Interaction Between Unemployment And Workers’ Compensation

If you’re receiving workers’ compensation benefits, you may wonder if you can also receive unemployment benefits. The answer is yes, but there are some important considerations to keep in mind.

Does Workers’ Comp Count As Income For  Unemployment?

In Minnesota, workers’ compensation benefits are considered income for unemployment purposes, which can affect the amount of unemployment benefits you receive. Our attorneys can help you understand and navigate these nuances.

Working With Our Minnesota Workers’ Comp Law Firm

When facing benefit issues, having qualified support is key. Our legal team understands the differences in Minnesota’s unemployment and workers’ compensation laws. We can help you:

• Understand the differences between state unemployment and workers’ compensation laws
• Make informed decisions about managing your finances while receiving benefits
• Navigate the application and claim processes for both types of benefits

Our unemployment and workers’ compensation attorneys can guide you through these legal processes, empowering you with knowledge and support.

Don’t Wait. Let’s Protect Your Rights Today.

If you’re facing job loss or a work injury in Minnesota, call our unemployment and workers’ compensation attorneys today. Call 888-351-0427 or send us a message. There are no fees until our lawyers recover benefits for you.