For a hip replacement or other major surgery to qualify for workers' compensation in Minnesota, it must have been caused by activities performed at work. The injury is also covered if the work activities exacerbated the condition or made it get worse at a faster pace....
If you get injured on the job, you may be entitled to financial compensation through the workers’ comp program. This is designed to cover your medical bills and replace a portion of your wages. With a few exceptions, employers in Minnesota are required to carry...
There are many types of injuries that lead to workers' compensation claims, and one of the most common of them all is eye injuries. The risk of workers sustaining such injuries is significant and is something that businesses and workers should try to prevent. How do...
Delivery drivers, including those who work for Amazon, UPS, and FedEx, work all year long. They don’t stop delivering packages just because it’s snowy or icy outside. When the weather conditions get treacherous during the winter months, delivery drivers must ensure...
Winter is just around the corner in the Twin Cities. That means ice and snow will soon appear on the sidewalks, curbs and parking lots. Slips and falls are almost inevitable for pedestrians -- and people who work outdoors. A fall on ice can cause more than bumps and...
There is always a chance that following a hearing, you may receive a decision denying you Social Security disability benefits. These decisions are generally titled as “unfavorable decisions.” While this is not what you were hoping for, there are options after...
The Social Security Disability Insurance process from start to finish can be a very lengthy process. Often this process takes more than a year. For some individuals, this wait time may be very challenging due to the severity of their illnesses or conditions....
One of the trickier parts of disability cases is how work can impact a claim. Whether you’re applying for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income, you can work part-time and still be eligible for benefits (though this can reduce SSI...
Most employees in Minnesota are at least vaguely aware that workers' compensation will take care of them if they get hurt at work. Employers typically have to post information about their coverage in an area frequented by their staff members so the workers know about...
The logging industry is one of the most unsafe in the United States. It’s up to every logging company to ensure they provide workers with a safe environment. This is done through training and providing them with the proper equipment. Mechanization of the industry is...