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 costs through your major medical health insurance company. They do this to save money on […]
What Are Indemnity Benefits?
In short, indemnity benefits are monetary payments you may be entitled to receive as compensation for lost wages or damages related to your workers’ compensation claim. There are different categories of benefits that injured workers are entitled to depending on the severity of their injury, and their position in the recovery process. These benefits include […]
Thinking About Quitting? Think Again.
Injured workers often ask, “If I cannot do my job, because of my work injury, should I just quit?” This is a trick question. Workers’ compensation provides wage-loss benefits for injured workers, who are unable to return to suitable gainful employment as a result of their work-related injuries. But, if you quit your job, then […]
The Impact of Coronavirus (Covid-19) on Workers’ Compensation in Minnesota – Part 1
Will I still get paid? Whether or not you continue to get paid wage-loss benefits will vary case-by-case depending on your situation. A description of the most common situations is included below. The attorneys at Meuser, Yackley & Rowland, P.A. are available throughout the crisis, via phone and email, to answer any questions you have about the impact that […]
Delta Flight Attendants are Experiencing Reactions to New Uniforms
Delta provided its flight attendants with new uniforms over the summer of 2018. Unfortunately, after the change to the new uniforms, many employees have become sick. They’ve been experiencing physical symptoms, such as rashes, chaffing, eye issues, nose bleeds, headaches, and even breathing problems. In the past American Airlines struggled with a similar issue when […]
New Changes to the Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Act as of October 1, 2018
Did you sustain an injury on or after October 1, 2018? If so, there are a several significant changes that went into effect in 2018 and 2019 that may increase the value of your Minnesota workers’ compensation claims. Temporary Partial Disability benefits (TPD): What is it? These are partial wage loss benefits paid to an employee injured on […]
The Adjuster Refuses to Pay My Benefits. Am I Eligible for Penalties?
In rare circumstances employers and insurers may be subject to monetary penalties for violating the Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Act. Penalties serve as a deterrent to employers and insurers from flagrant disregard of the rules. Some penalties are payable to the State of Minnesota and some are payable to the employee. 1. Frivolous Liability Denial When an adjuster for […]
Can I Move to Another State While Collecting Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Benefits?
I have been asked many times by injured employees, “Can I move out of state? Will this affect my Minnesota workers’ compensation benefits?” The answer I always give my clients is it depends. And, it truly does depend on a number of factors, including the location of the move and the type of benefits involved. But, we […]
Pitfalls of Receiving Wage Loss Benefits
There are certain requirements, or pitfalls, that you have to be careful of when it comes to receiving the wage loss benefits, either the Temporary Total Disability or the Temporary Partial Disability. One of the requirements is you have to have physical restrictions. Oftentimes an employee may be off work and go to the doctor and the doctor may […]
Can I See a Doctor if Work Comp is Denying My Claim?
If the insurance company is currently denying your Minnesota workers’ compensation claim, it is still very important for your case that you seek medical care. If you don’t seek medical treatment the insurance company will use that against you and claim that you have completely recovered from your injury and therefore you are not entitled to ongoing […]
