A workplace injury does not always leave a visible mark. If your job has caused or worsened a mental health condition, you might be able to receive workers' compensation benefits depending on your circumstances. Meeting the threshold for coverage under Minnesota law...
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Minnesota workers’ compensation: How does it work?
In Minnesota, workers’ compensation (WC) is a state-mandated insurance program provided by employers to all of their employees. This means that if you get injured or sick while on the clock, you can file a claim to seek financial support for your treatments and lost...
What may have led to your carpal tunnel workers’ comp denial
Day after day, you type, click and move through repetitive desk tasks. Gradually, your wrists ache, tingle and slow you down. You filed a workers’ compensation claim in Minnesota, expecting support while you recover, but instead you received a denial letter. The...
Can you sue when someone dies in a work accident in Minnesota?
The phone rings. It's the call no one wants to get. There's been an accident at work, and your loved one isn't coming home. Right then, everything stops. Grief hits first, then come the questions you never thought you'd face. One of the hardest: can anyone be held...
Avoid venting online when seeking workers’ comp
When you’ve been injured on the job and are dealing with pain, medical bills and uncertainty about your future, it’s only natural to want to talk about it. You might be understandably tempted to turn to social media to share updates or vent frustrations. However, if...
What are the requirements to qualify for SSDI benefits?
Some people become unable to work at some point because of medical issues. After beginning or developing a career, they have to cease working because of functional limitations or debilitating symptoms. A small percentage of those individuals may have private...
No-fault workers’ compensation systems support injured workers
The state’s no-fault workers’ compensation system is a cornerstone of employee protection. It is designed to provide timely financial and medical assistance to workers who suffer injuries or illnesses due to their jobs. The system is unlike other civil justice...
Can injured workers seek a second opinion about a treatment plan?
A physician or medical doctor overseeing a Minnesota workers' compensation claim plays an important role. They help validate a worker's assertion that their malady relates to their employment. They propose a specific course of treatment based on the worker's...
3 social media mistakes that can affect workers’ compensation claims
Most people have become quite acclimated to social media. The average person shares quite a bit about their life online. They may do so to communicate with loved ones or to develop a personal platform and brand. Some people even become addicted to the dopamine that...
What are “the fatal 4” in construction?
The ‘fatal four’ in construction are critical hazards that every worker in the industry must be aware of. These include falls, being struck by objects, electrocutions and being caught in/between incidents. Understanding these risks isn’t about assigning blame but...
