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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 »

The Increased Risk of Heart Conditions in Law Enforcement Officers

November 17, 2022 by Daniel Harrison
The Increased Risk of Heart Conditions in Law Enforcement Officers

It is well documented that law enforcement officers have a higher risk than the general public of developing certain occupational diseases such as Covid-19, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and certain heart conditions. The Minnesota legislature recognized this increased risk and… 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 »

Special Benefits for Minnesota Police Officers, Firefighters, State Troopers, and Corrections Officers

October 20, 2022 by Nadya Yarmolich
Special Benefits for Minnesota Police Officers, Firefighters, State Troopers, and Corrections Officers

If you are a police officer, firefighter, first responder, or correctional officer, and pay into Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) or Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS) you are entitled to different benefits depending on your plan type. There are different… 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 »

The Pitfalls of the Proposed PTSD Legislation

August 9, 2022 by Lindsey Rowland
The Pitfalls of the Proposed PTSD Legislation

Mental health concerns, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), are endemic among law enforcement officers, firefighters, and correctional officers. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “[l]aw enforcement officers and firefighters are more likely to die by suicide… 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 »

Minnesota Work Comp Benefits Are Non-Taxable

January 28, 2022 by Jennifer Yackley
Minnesota Work Comp Benefits Are Non-Taxable

The filing deadline for the 2021 tax year is April 18, 2022. With tax season upon us, you may wonder if you will be obligated to report Minnesota workers’ compensation wage loss, permanent partial disability, or a settlement received in… Read more »

Minnesota Corrections Association Annual Training Institute

December 2, 2021 by Mark Triola
Minnesota Corrections Association Annual Training Institute

I am proud to have represented Meuser, Yackley & Rowland, P.A. at this year’s MCA Annual Training Institute, hosted by Grandview Lodge in Nisswa, Minnesota. The Minnesota Corrections Association (MCA) was founded in 1933 and works tirelessly to promote the… Read more »

Applying for Duty Disability and Social Security Benefits

October 6, 2021 by Lindsey Rowland
Applying for Duty Disability and Social Security Benefits

Some first responders have the ability to apply for both PERA or MSRS Duty Disability benefits and Social Security benefits. There are different criteria for these different types of benefits and you may be eligible for both depending on how… Read more »

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