Workers' Compensation Overview

Minneapolis Workers’ Compensation Attorneys

Dependable Advocacy in Minnesota Workers’ Comp Disputes

Dealing with the fallout of a workplace injury is never easy. From seeking swift medical care to negotiating with evasive employers or insurance agents, there can be a lot for employees to worry about after a work-related injury. That’s where our lawyers come in. With nearly three decades of experience, our workers’ compensation attorneys are well-versed in the legal intricacies of Minnesota law to advocate for the workers’ comp benefits you rightfully deserve. 

At Fay & Associates, our award-winning attorneys have extensive experience advocating for clients in workers’ comp disputes after workplace accidents. Since 1997, our workers' compensation lawyers in Minneapolis have provided sound counsel to help injured workers maximize the value of their claims and recover fair compensation after a work-related injury. No matter the type or severity of your injury, we offer comprehensive representation to help you navigate the legal complexities of your case, guiding your steps with wisdom and integrity while aggressively pursuing justice. 

Our Minneapolis workers' comp attorneys have a winning track record of recovering benefits for injured workers. Call (612) 888-8354 to schedule a free consultation.

Do I Qualify for a Workers’ Compensation Claim in Minnesota?

At Fay & Associates, we can help you determine the validity of your workers’ compensation claim to ensure you’re compensated fairly. There are three main elements that will determine whether or not you may qualify for workers' compensation benefits:

  • Your employer must carry workers' comp insurance. All employers in Minnesota are required by law to have workers' compensation insurance, with a few exceptions.
  • You must be an actual employee of the person or entity; independent contractors are not eligible.
  • Your illness or injury must have occurred at work or during the course of your employment.

Our advocates are highly skilled at handling a wide range of work injury claims, making us well-equipped to guide you through the legal complexities of your case. If you wait too long to seek sound counsel from a qualified attorney, there’s a good chance that your benefits may be denied. Our firm can meticulously evaluate your situation and examine all medical documentation to determine if you have a valid workers’ comp claim.

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What To Do After Suffering a Workplace Injury?

Employers are required to cover medical expenses in situations where employees are injured at work. If you sustained a workplace injury, it’s crucial to report it to your employer as soon as possible and seek prompt treatment from a qualified physician to establish medical documentation of your injuries. 

Minnesota offers various types of benefits for workplace injuries. To successfully recover benefits in a workers’ compensation claim, it’s essential to follow these steps: 

  1. Report the accident: It’s imperative to report the workplace injury to your employer as soon as possible to maintain eligibility for workers’ comp benefits. In Minnesota, injured employees are required to notify their employer of their injury within 180 days of the workplace accident.
  2. Seek medical care: Seeking immediate medical treatment from a qualified physician is a must to recover workers’ comp benefits and address serious injuries. Even if you lack severe or obvious injuries, scheduling an appointment with your doctor is important to rule out life-threatening conditions that are less apparent, such as organ damage, internal bleeding, or brain damage.
  3. Gather evidence to support your claim: Obtaining medical records and other relevant documentation is vital to establishing a robust and well-fortified case. Our lawyers can assist with gathering evidence, such as arranging expert testimonies, interviewing eyewitnesses, and obtaining security camera footage, to strengthen your claim as much as possible. 
  4. Consult with a trusted workers’ comp lawyer: Our experienced attorneys can help you gather, organize, and present evidence effectively to hold your employer accountable for the workplace injury and ensure you’re compensated fairly. 

Consulting with an experienced workers’ compensation attorney is crucial to understand how to navigate the claims process and know what to expect after filing a claim. Our worker’s comp lawyers in Minneapolis offer unwavering support to workers during this challenging time. 

Do I Need a Workers’ Comp Attorney? 

Navigating the complex procedural steps of filing a workers’ compensation claim can be overwhelming, especially while navigating the aftermath of a serious injury. One missed step can result in your claim getting dismissed, from submitting the wrong documentation or lacking proper medical documentation for your injuries. 

That’s why it’s imperative to secure experienced representation from a qualified workers’ compensation attorney as soon as possible. Many workers wait to consult a lawyer until their claim is denied, delaying the claims process and reducing their chance of obtaining benefits. The sooner you contact an attorney, the more likely you are to successfully recover benefits and the sooner you can focus on making a swift recovery. 

Even if your claim hasn’t been denied, we strongly encourage all injured workers to reach out for a free, confidential case evaluation with Fay & Associates. You can rely on our transparent communication and honest, upfront counsel to determine whether or not we can help you in your case. If you decide to partner with us, our advocates can deliver the personalized representation you need to protect your rights.   

What Are Workers’ Compensation Benefits? 

Workers’ compensation benefits are unique in every state. Without a comprehensive understanding of the workers’ compensation process, it can be difficult to know which types of benefits you may be eligible for. Fortunately, our workers’ comp lawyers in Minneapolis have a proven track record of winning results in such cases, allowing us to represent your best interests effectively while vigorously protecting your rights. 

There are various types of recoverable benefits in workers’ comp cases, including:

  • Lost wages
  • Medical treatment
  • Rehabilitation treatment (QRC)
  • Death and dependency benefits
  • Immigrant benefits

It’s important to have a general understanding of common terms used for temporary and permanent disability benefits. These include: 

  • TTD (temporary total disability)
  • TPD (temporary partial disability)
  • PTD (permanent total disability)
  • PPD (permanent partial disability)

Our firm makes it a top priority to ensure our clients fully understand the differences between the different types of workers’ comp benefits, the process to recover them, and how to seek appropriate medical care from a qualified physician. 

Fay & Associates has nearly three decades of experience advocating for wrongfully injured workers in Minneapolis and beyond. We prepare every case for trial and never hesitate to stand up to corporate giants or insurance companies seeking to mislead our clients, from using unnecessarily complex jargon to pushing lowball settlements. If you suffered a work-related injury, turn to a firm with a longstanding reputation for extraordinary results. 

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    Our relationship with clients begins with a consultation and continues through your case and life outside the courtroom. We are invested in your case, but also you. 

  • Advocates for the Injured

    We choose to focus our firm in a few areas of law so we can stay in the forefront of legal changes and gain in-depth legal knowledge that our clients can benefit from. Our attorneys never represent insurance companies or large corporations.

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    With Fay & Associates, you have the entire backing of our firm, including the breadth and depth of our resources standing behind you.
  • “Eric made sure that I have medical paid for any future medical needs for my injury.”

    Eric Nelson represents me. He helped me in my worker's comp case. He went above and beyond to make sure my needs were attended to. He made sure that I have medical paid for any future medical needs for my injury. I highly recommend Fay & Associates.

    - Sheryl O.
  • “Michael and his staff were always there to answer any questions”

    I was in a Motorcycle accident the day before my wife’s birthday. It was a dark couple of days until Michael got involved. He and his staff were always there to answer any questions I had. Helped smooth this rough patch out.

    - Zachary P.
  • “Michael Fay was on point since the very first day”

    Michael Fay was on point since the very first day and met my expectations above what I expected. He fulfilled what I doubted and made it possible and real. He's the best attorney for personal injury cases, no one like him. Best! best! best!

    - Jill S.
  • “Hands down Eric Nelson is the best attorney in the state of Minnesota”

    I’m from Dallas Texas and I got hurt during a job in Minnesota. Hands down Eric Nelson is the best attorney in the state of Minnesota. I told him what was going on with my case and he fought tooth & mail for me. Trust me you are in great hands

    - Darren S.
  • “Eric Nelson has been a great help throughout my case”

    Eric Nelson has been a great help throughout my case, he has helped me understand things I didn't understand...and helped me walk through things I didn't get.. overall I recommend this to everyone.

    - Arefa A.
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    I would recommended Eric in a heart beat he handle my case he was there for me all the way and he fights for the rights for his clients he helped me all the way I couldn't ask for any other attorney but him he is an excellent attorney if anyone needs a work comp/injury attorney hire Eric he is the best attorney my work comps case we won the case he will fight for you no matter what , thank you Eric for everything you did for me and my family I rate Eric 10 plus more stars!

    - Melissa M.
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