Requested a Workers Comp hearing with DWD for medical bills not paid - do I need an attny?

It is unclear to me whether you have a WC hearing or an OSHA hearing set, but sounds like WC. If you do not have an attorney, you should hire one...

Where can I find an example of a permanent partial disability lump sum request?

The Worker's Compensation Division decides whether to allow lump sum payouts on a case-by-case basis. If you are working full time, it is more...

I injured my back about 7 years ago at work from a a fall and was on workmans comp for about 3 weeks.

In order for you to make a worker's compensation claim based on the injury from many years ago, your doctor would need to sign a WKC-16-B report --...

Workman's comp should I get a lawyer

If a work injury causes you to miss time from work, you are entitled to benefits (2/3 of your average weekly wage) for all time missed after 3 days...

I have been off work due to an injury for almost two years, My PPD checks will be done I guess February, is that the end?

It appears that you may well have a loss of earning capacity claim under Wisconsin law, assuming that you have permanent restrictions due to the...

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I have numbness in hand and sore elbow. It came on and is aggravated by the work I do, constant flicking of wrist 8 hr a day.

You need to see your primary care doctor, who maky either recommend physical therapy or refer you to a hand surgeon or for an EMG (electrical...

How to proceed in your situation is highly dependent on the nature of the injury, the restrictions (if any) under which your doctor is returning...

My fiancé’s employer is insisting their policy is to drive the employee to the doctor and accompanying him to and from the appt.

There is nothing in the Wisconsin Worker's Compensation (WC) Act that allows the employer to require that the employee travel to and from a...

How long is the statute of limitations for a work related injury in Wisconsin

The statute of limitations is 12 years from the injury date or 12 years from the last date on which you received any compensation (weekly or...

Working for chemical co in WI, I went to clients house & was attacked, bitten & spine fractured by unleashed pit bull.

You have a right to both worker's compensation benefits, as well as potentially a personal injury claim against the dog's owner. Wisconsin statute...