work comp
What Is the Superseding Intervening Cause Defense In My Workers’ Compensation Case?
The superseding intervening cause defense is one of the few defenses in Minnesota workers’ compensation law that can result in a complete bar to all benefits claimed that are attributable to the superseding event. The next natural question is, what is a superseding… Read more »
Can PERA PTD Benefits and PTD Work Comp Benefits be Awarded?
If PERA awards a police officer, firefighter, or deputy sheriff permanent total disability (PTD) benefits then he or she IS still entitled to permanent total disability benefits under Minnesota worker’s compensation. Permanent total disability benefits in workers’ compensation are benefits payable to injured workers who… Read more »
PERA and the Two-Year Rule
If you have a potentially career ending injury, you should immediately consult with a Minnesota attorney who practices in PERA and MSRS disability law. Although it may be too soon to determine if you can return to work, you should still consult with… Read more »
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… Read more »
What to Expect at a Work Comp Hearing
To help our clients understand what to expect at a Minnesota workers’ compensation hearing, it is important to know what exactly is involved and the process that takes place. A formal workers’ compensation hearing in Minnesota is a trial in front… Read more »
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… Read more »
Police Officer Writes Testimonial for Their Case Involving PERA Duty Disability, Healthcare Continuation and Work Comp Claims
Since day one, Meuser Law Office, P.A. has represented injured clients throughout Minnesota making sure the best possible results are obtained for their claims. We take great pride in our reputation and feel honored when a satisfied client takes a moment to… Read more »
Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) Steward Training
Earlier last month, Ron Meuser and Jen Yackley of Meuser LawOffice, P.A. were invited back by Minnesota Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) to share information that is important to its members. In August, 2016, Ron and Jen met with business agents as well as their legal department and spoke about the complex… Read more »
Rehabilitation Services After Employee Separates Due to PERA Duty Disability
Employers and insurers must provide rehabilitation services to qualified employees, even after an employee separates or resigns from his or her date of injury employer due to his or her Duty Disability. A member approved for PERA Duty Disability benefits must separate… Read more »
Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) Benefits 101
What is permanent partial disability (PPD)? Permanent partial disability benefit, or PPD, is a benefit in the Minnesota workers’ compensation system used to compensate an injured worker for the permanent impairment or the loss of use or function of a body part due… Read more »