Top 5 Tips for Staying Safe at Work
The best way to resolve a work-related injury is to prevent it from happening in the first place. Follow proper safety precautions and maintenance of equipment. Making sure that equipment is working...
View Article4 Things to Remember if You Suffer a Work Injury
If you are one of the unfortunate individuals that suffer an injury at work, the following are some good reminders: Report your work injury immediately. If you suffer a work injury, even if you think...
View ArticleProtections for Injured Workers in Minnesota
Getting injured at work can be hard enough by itself. But when your employer takes improper actions against you following a work injury, it can be downright unbearable. Thankfully, Minnesotans have...
View ArticleAustralian Woman Receives Work Comp for Work Trip Sex Injury
Recently, Australian courts were asked to decide whether an individual who was injured while having sex during a work trip could be eligible for Workers’ Comp benefits. In this case, a public servant...
View Article5 Common Acute Workplace Injuries
If you are injured at work in Minnesota you are legally entitled to certain benefits. The most common work injuries are acute, often resulting from accidents or acts of exertion. Here are 5 of the most...
View Article4 Tips for Filing a Minnesota Work Comp Claim
The Minnesota workers’ compensation system is quite complex, and requires a lot of paperwork from both the employer and employee. Here are a few quick tips to get you through the process: Keep your...
View Article4 Common Work Comp Repetitive Stress Injuries
Sometimes workplace injuries do not stem from a specific incident, but rather develop over time. These injuries are known as Repetitive Stress Injuries (or RSIs). They can develop over several years at...
View ArticleMore Minnesota Work Comp FAQs
Minnesota work compensation laws are complicated. Here are a few frequently asked questions about work comp in Minnesota. Q. What are some common complications in a work comp claim? A. Many injured...
View ArticleShould Cops who Kill in the Line of Duty Receive Work Comp?
The South Carolina Supreme Court recently ruled that police officers who kill suspects in the line of duty are not eligible for workers’ compensation. The Court ruled 3-2 that current work comp laws do...
View ArticleStripper Denied Work Comp after Being Shot on the Job
LeAndra Lewis, an exotic dancer from South Carolina, has been denied work comp benefits after she was hit by a stray bullet while dancing on the job. The incident occurred back in 2008, when Lewis was...
View ArticleWorker's Comp Injury at Holiday Party
Many companies host holiday parties for their employees during this time of year. Whether the party is held at an outdoor skating rink or at an upscale hotel conference room, employees are susceptible...
View ArticleTraffic Accidents Leading Cause of High-Severity Work Comp Injuries
In their latest report, the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) found that traffic accidents are the leading cause of high-severity workers’ compensation injuries. The NCCI’s original...
View ArticleCan I Sue my Employer After Sustaining a Work Comp Injury?
The short answer to the question “can I sue my employer” is no. In Minnesota, if a person is injured on the job, their exclusive remedy is the workers compensation system. In other words, you can file...
View ArticleThe 10 Most Dangerous Jobs in America
Workers’ compensation payments cost companies nearly $100 billion in 2011, but there are some industries that are inherently more dangerous than others. Employees who work with heavy equipment or are...
View ArticleWisconsin Police Officer Injured Doing Pushups Wins Work Comp Claim
A police sergeant in Appleton, Wisconsin won a four-year legal battle that began in 2008 when he tore his rotator cuff while doing pushups in his basement. Mike Nofzinger’s legal battle began shortly...
View ArticleThe 10 Most Common Workplace Injuries
On-the-job injuries happen in a variety of different ways, but some are more common than others. Below, we examined the ten most common injuries that lead to a workers’ compensation claim. Assaults...
View ArticleMan injured While Rescuing Bag of Fritos for Co-Worker Awarded Work Comp Claim
An Illinois man had his workers’ compensation benefits reinstated after an Appellate Court ruled his work injury, which occurred when he attempted to dislodge a bag of Fritos that had become stuck in...
View ArticlePoor Sleep Habits Linked to Work-Related Accidents
You’ve probably heard that insufficient sleep has been linked to many physical ailments, such as obesity or diabetes, but did you know poor sleep has been shown to increase your likelihood of suffering...
View ArticleThe Most Dangerous Jobs, in the Most Dangerous States
The study conducted by a Social Security Disability Insurance company found that Maine is the most dangerous state to work in, while New York registered as the safest state. For the study, researchers...
View ArticleAugust is the Most Dangerous Month for Workers, Drivers
If the recent heat wave in Minnesota wasn’t enough, it turns out August it actually the most dangerous month for workers and commuters. Analysts concluded that August was the most dangerous month for...
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Why Employees Don’t Report Injuries Right Away
Workers’ Compensation is a great system that provides benefits and payments to workers who become injured while on the job. Unfortunately, some workers fail to report their injuries because they don’t...
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Fall Injuries On The Rise In Minnesota
The Minnesota Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently announced that serious injuries from falls have risen in the past few years, and the number of citations issued to companies who...
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Temporary Workers in Minnesota at Greater Risk For Injury
Temporary workers in Minnesota are at a much higher risk for injury than permanent workers, according to a study of more than 3.5 million injury claims. The multi-state study conducted by ProPublica...
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Can I Be Fired If I Miss Too Much Time With a Work Injury?
Carl Crosby Lehmann posted the following Q&A on BusinessManagementDaily.com. Workers’ Compensation Attorney Mike Lammers builds upon Mr. Lehmann’s answer by sharing his own insights into Minnesota...
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What is an Independent Medical Examination? Do I have to attend?
The first thing you should know is that the doctor performing the exam is paid by the insurance company. This means that the insurance company and the employer are looking for reasons to discontinue...
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What is a First Report of Injury (FROI)?
A First Report of Injury (FROI) is the initial accident report you fill out with your employer following a work injury. Your employer should then submit this form to their insurance company and the...
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Retaliation For Filing For Workers’ Compensation
Kaarin S. Nelson is an attorney at Halunen & Associates. She represents employees facing workers’ compensation retaliation and other employment related issues. Below, she discusses how employees...
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Does My Employer Get to Choose My Workplace Injury Doctor?
If you have had a workplace injury and your employer sent you to a doctor they chose, it is important that you act quickly to obtain a doctor who is on your side. Your doctor and his or her diagnosis...
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