In most cases, an injured worker is free to choose their own doctor. However, a physician is considered a primary care provider if seen (3) times. You are entitled to a second opinion and/or change of physician. Contact attorneys Denise Lemmon or Conrad Tanasychuk. We protect your right to treat with the doctor of your choice.
A Minnesota resident who is injured outside the state is only covered under the Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Act if certain requirements are met. If an employee who regularly performs the primary duties of employment within Minnesota but has an injury with the same employer out of state, he or she may be covered under Minnesota…
An independent medical examination is an examination requested by the insurer to be performed by an adverse medical provider. The IME doctor provides his opinion regarding the causation, extent of injury, restrictions, date of MMI (maximum medical improvement), and the extent of your permanent disability. This usually results in extreme ramifications for your benefits. You…
How to live with chronic pain? The fear and loneliness can be intense, leading to deep depression. It can feel terribly unfair. You were active and living life. Now, you feel like crap. You may even think, “I am dying!” What’s even more frustrating is going through dozens of examinations and hospital visits with no…
A compensation judge will hear testimony by each party and receive exhibits. The compensation judge will then issue a decision. The insurer will have an attorney with a high level of expertise in these proceeding. You need the same level of representation. From the Hearing Division, cases may be appealed to the Workers’ Compensation Court…
Employers are required to have workers’ compensation insurance for employees. If an employee has an injury and the employer has no insurance coverage, there are remedies available. An employee may request the Special Compensation Fund to provide benefits. In order to determine if you qualify for such assistance, please call our office. Every Case is…
Yes. Reasonable expenses include bus fares, auto mileage and parking expenses. Keep accurate records and submit the records to your insurer for reimbursement. Every Case is Unique – Let Us Answer Your Questions