Most people who are injured in the workplace can return to work, at least in some capacity, eventually. Since they may no longer be able to do the job they once did or they may be able to do their previous job, but with modifications, vocational rehabilitation and...
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When a workplace injury causes permanent symptoms
The worst workplace injuries force people to cease working entirely. They cause permanent, life-altering conditions from which people never recover. Individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries and limb loss are sometimes incapable of continuing to work. ...
What does maximum medical improvement mean for workers’ comp?
The workers' compensation system is fraught with specialized jargon and unique requirements. Workers already dealing with the stress of an injury often find the claims process overwhelming. They may find many of the rules confusing. The medical professional overseeing...
When seasonal workers get hurt in Minnesota
Seasonal workers help to drive the economy in Minnesota. From agriculture and construction to tourism and retail, these workers often face the same risks as full-time employees. However, because they are rarely trained by employers as well as full-time workers, they...
4 misconceptions about Minnesota workers’ compensation
Navigating the workers' compensation claims process with the wrong information can be a stressful and frustrating experience. You could miss out on getting the benefits you deserve or unnecessarily delay your claim due to misunderstandings about how things really...
3 things that could harm your workers’ compensation claim
Most workers have the right to worker’s compensation if injured on the job. Knowing this can provide significant reassurance. Having the right to compensation does not guarantee that you will get what you need. Insurers would prefer to limit what they pay out in order...
Your social media activity can affect your workers’ comp claim
Social media is undoubtedly a big part of modern-day life. People constantly share updates, photos, and even daily routines without giving it much thought. However, if you’ve suffered a workplace accident or recently filed a workers’ compensation claim, your social...
Who chooses the doctor in a Minnesota workers’ comp case?
The Minnesota workers' compensation program helps protect workers from expenses related to on-the-job injuries while also limiting liability for employers. Companies don't have to worry about employer lawsuits, and workers don't have to worry about medical costs and...
Does fault matter in a workers’ comp claim?
Workers’ compensation is a kind of insurance that provides employees certain benefits if they are injured while working. Employees eligible for workers’ comp may be able to recover medical coverage for their injuries and lost wage payments. These benefits can help...
3 hazards factory workers can face during a shift
Factory workers have difficult job duties on each shift. They work in challenging environments that can involve several hazards. Even though these hazards are present, workers have the right to a safe working environment. There are a few risks that are common in many...