The minimum period of time your claim is open is 12 years after the date of injury. If you were paid either temporary (weekly) or permanent (where...

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Is a home owner responsible for accidents that happen in their home to someone who is there doing a job that is subcontracted

It is possible that the homeowner could be liable, if they were somehow negligent and that negligence caused your injury (in this instance, it...

How should I proceed in the beginning of my workers comp claim?

I would almost NEVER advise in favor of giving a recorded statement. Wisconsin law does not require it, and the insurance carrier can get the same...

If I was fired on work comp is that illegal? If so what can I do?

Wisconin statute section 102.35(3) makes it illegal for an employer to refuse to reinstate an injured employee unless: 1) the employee can no...

If on light duty . Is it right to be give more work then you had at your normal job?

An attorney would need more information than what you have provided so far. In general, though, an employer is permitted to assign whatever work...

Can workmans comp just cut you off suddenly, from all your benefits without a chance to appeal ? When is it time to get lawyer?

You will need two things in order to obtain the benefits to which you are entitled: 1) a report from your doctor(s) confirming that you injury is...

Can I be fired for missing work/ doing poorly on the job due to a work related injury?

Section 102.35(3) of the Wisconsin statutes prohibits terminations related to or because of a work injury. Make sure your work injury is...

Should I be rewarded more money for ths and if so why? Does the law say I should be rewarde for this and if so where?

Unless your employer is self-insured for worker's compensation benefits, its obligation under WI law is limited to reporting your injury to its...

Can i get disability???Or what can i do?

Hernia claims can be very difficult to win in WI, but if your doctor believes that the hernia(s) are the result of your work activities, you should...

I was injured at work, I haven't seen the doctor to get cleared to go back to work. Work wants me in today, do I go?

I suggest that you get either your doctor, an NP, or a PA-C to endorse the PT's suggested restrictions. The Wisconsin WC law does not recognize...