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Minnesota Independent Medical Examination (IME) Process: What You Need to Know

May 1, 2023 by Lindsey Rowland
Minnesota Independent Medical Examination (IME) Process: What You Need to Know

Minnesota Independent Medical Examination Process: What You Need to Know In Minnesota, as in many other states, one necessary part of the process for claiming wage loss benefits is the independent medical examination (IME). An IME impacts the outcome of… Read more »

Properly Filing a First Report of Injury

April 12, 2023 by Jennifer Yackley
Properly Filing a First Report of Injury

Hi, I’m Jen Yackley, Partner and Attorney with Meuser, Yackley & Rowland, P.A., and I’m here to talk to you today about filing first reports of injury when you’ve sustained a work-related injury. I’m going to delve a little deeper… Read more »

New PERA Legislation Puts Duty Disability Benefits in Jeopardy

March 31, 2023 by Meuser, Yackley & Rowland
New PERA Legislation Puts Duty Disability Benefits in Jeopardy

The proposed PERA legislation is a serious blow to any duty-disabled first responder who returns to work in a new profession. There are three important parts to HF 1234 / SF 1959: (1) The bill severely penalizes duty disabled first responders who… Read more »

How Long Does My Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Case Stay Open?

March 28, 2023 by Lindsey Rowland
How Long Does My Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Case Stay Open?

Are you wondering, “How long does my Minnesota workers’ compensation stay open?” Sometimes, employers or insurers will tell you your case is closed to get you to abandon your claim for wage-loss benefits or to submit your medical bills and… Read more »

Minnesota Rehabilitation and Retraining FAQ

March 16, 2023 by Meuser, Yackley & Rowland
Minnesota Rehabilitation and Retraining FAQ

Navigating the aftermath of a workplace injury can be a daunting task as you grapple with the possibility of rejoining the workforce or adjusting to new limitations. You are not alone on this journey! Minnesota’s retraining and rehabilitation services are… Read more »

How to Move on When Your Career in Law Enforcement or Firefighting Comes to an End

March 3, 2023 by Ron Meuser
How to Move on When Your Career in Law Enforcement or Firefighting Comes to an End

The attorneys at Meuser Law Office, P.A. have represented hundreds of police officers and firefighters in Minnesota workers’ compensation and PERA/MSRS disability claims over the years. Unfortunately, there are times when the injury is career-ending and the individual is left… Read more »

State Highway Patrol Officers Face Greater Risk

January 10, 2023 by Ron Meuser
State Highway Patrol Officers Face Greater Risk

Winter is here. Unfortunately, winter weather conditions bring increased risk to State Highway Patrol Officers. The number of motor vehicle collisions involving State Highway Patrol Officers has risen in the last several years. A quick sampling of your colleagues will… Read more »

Choosing Between Duty Disability Benefits and Retirement Benefits

November 2, 2022 by Lindsey Rowland
Choosing Between Duty Disability Benefits and Retirement Benefits

If you are injured on duty and you’re close to retirement age, you may be trying to decide whether or not to pursue a retirement benefit or a Duty Disability benefit. We can help you with that process. There are… Read more »

Repetitive Injuries Common in Patrol Officers

September 7, 2022 by Pete Ocel
Repetitive Injuries Common in Patrol Officers

As you are aware, patrol officers spend large amounts of time performing duties within their cruiser and are required to wear duty belts and vests that cause a high prevalence of musculoskeletal problems over time. These repetitive type injuries occur… Read more »

Minnesota State Highway Patrol Duty Disability Basics

June 2, 2022 by Pete Ocel
Minnesota State Highway Patrol Duty Disability Basics

As a State Highway Patrol Officer, you have agreed to serve your community and perform duties that are considered inherently dangerous. If through your dedicated service to the community you sustain an injury or illness that was incurred while performing… Read more »

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