After high school, most of our bodies are going downhill. From backs to necks to joints, virtually everyone has some pre-existing condition or degenerative process occurring. A pre-existing condition, however, does NOT defeat a worker’s compensation automatically....
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Is my commute covered under worker’s compensation?
Commuting to and from work is a natural part of our day-to-day, but that doesn’t always mean it is a part of our work hours. If you’re in an accident on the way home, worker’s compensation will likely not cover your injuries or damages. However, there are some...
Nurses get hurt (but safer patient handling might save your back and your career)
Nurses have one of the highest rates of musculoskeletal disorders in any field in the U.S. Everyday tasks can endanger the health of your spine. Awkward twisting, lifting and manually repositioning patients can lead to serious damage over time. Traumatic injuries can...
3 FAQs About Independent Medical Examinations
Since filing your workers' compensation claim six months ago, you've been diligent about attending every required medical appointment to treat your injury. While the treatment has helped thus far, your doctors say that more visits will be necessary to ensure a full...
5 frequently asked questions about workers’ comp in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's workers' compensation laws can be difficult to understand. If you've been hurt in the course of employment, however, confusion about the benefits you're entitled to receive can only serve to aggravate your injury. With that in mind, here are answers to...
Can I Get Workers’ Compensation for My Heart Condition?
You may already be aware that workers' compensation covers most injuries and certain health conditions you sustain on the job. However, you might find yourself wondering if cardiac disease and strokes qualify. Many employers and the medical community are aware of how...
How workers’ comp and social security disability work for you
For certain individuals who are unable to work, there is assistance available. If you are eligible for workers' compensation benefits, you may also be able to receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Some people may have the false notion that utilizing...
Know the time limits in the claim process for workers’ comp
If you have been hurt on the job, you may be eligible for workers' compensation benefits. This can help both you and your family, which may alleviate some stress and help to expedite your healing process. Though accidents happen all the time, some individuals do not...
Could posting on social media hurt your workers’ comp claim?
If you're like many people, you share bits and pieces of your life on social media. If you've made a workers' compensation claim, you might want to be careful about what you post because more insurance companies are using social media posts to combat insurance fraud....
What to do if my workers’ compensation claim is denied?
Many people in Milwaukee assume that if they suffer an injury on the job that their workers' compensation claims will automatically be approved. But there are many reasons why claims are denied. If you recently filed a claim for benefits only to receive a denial...