Too many workers will brush off the “minor” or “small” injuries they face at work. You might get a sore wrist or a twisted ankle. You brush it off, because it doesn’t seem like a big deal. That might be true right now, but not documenting it could have a significant impact on your future…
A lot of Wisconsin workers assume that their injury will only count for benefits if it happens while they’re actively working. However, many break-time injuries may still count. At least, the law won’t automatically exclude them. Whether you qualify for workers’ comp benefits from an injury during a break will depend on the unique circumstances…
There have always been strict timelines in Wisconsin workers’ comp cases, but things have changed yet again because of Wisconsin Act 145. The state changed how the statute of limitations works in workers’ compensation cases. This can greatly affect your right to compensation if you delay in exercising your rights. The Wisconsin workers’ compensation lawyers…
Wisconsin workers’ compensation cases have always relied heavily on medical evidence. Under Act 145, the balance of that evidence is now different. This change especially affects how a nurse’s report impacts your claim. The report now plays a much more visible role in how the case moves forward and your injuries are evaluated. The Wisconsin…
Wisconsin recently made a big change to its workers’ compensation cases. Hearings moved back to the Department of Workforce Development (DWD). This changes how the case is initially heard and many other procedural changes. Knowing how this impacts you case can make a difference, but it is most important to know you’re working with an…
Attorney Alex E. Eichhorn, Managing Attorney at Pivot Work Injury Law, joined The Morning Blend hosts on TMJ4 to answer the question that many Wisconsin workers silently live with: Could decades of hard work really be the cause of their pain? When Work Wears You Down Slowly Eichhorn’s analogy is like a drop of water…
Wisconsin’s Act 145 is an incredibly important change to workers’ compensation law in the state. It helps to protect first responders and the PTSD commonly caused by their jobs. Along with other mental health conditions from traumatic experiences, coverage for these conditions used to be very difficult to obtain. Act 145 creates a more accessible…
Independent contractors misclassification can be an incredibly costly issue for employers, but it can also have a big impact on people who need coverage for work injuries. Employers often assume that simply labeling someone as an independent contractor will help them avoid workers’ compensation coverage requirements, but that’s not the case. Wisconsin uses a multi-factor…
If you were hurt while at work, you could be very confused if your doctor suddenly says you can “return to work.” You may know that you’re not really ready, but that phrase from your doctor can have big consequences for your case. This can affect your health and your compensation, so it’s important to…
Wisconsin’s workers’ compensation system recently saw one of its most significant updates in years. Wisconsin Act 145, which became effective on April 1, 2026, makes several changes that may affect your claim. The right attorney guides you through the workers’ comp system and knows these changes to ensure your rights are best protected. The Wisconsin…
