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Do I need a Work Comp Lawyer?
In most circumstances, you first need to speak with a lawyer to go over the facts of your case to determine whether or not you need to retain a lawyer
October 1, 2014
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Do Workers’ Compensation Cases Settle before going to Trial?
Most workers’ compensation cases settle at some point during the litigation process. Now, there are some cases where the work injuries resolve and there are no settlements because the injury has
September 29, 2014
Should I get a Lawyer to go after or sue my Employer?
The reason why I titled this article as I did is that many of the people that I speak with, including employers, feel that if they have a work-related injury
September 17, 2014
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2014 Super Lawyers | Law Office of Thomas Mottaz
The Law Office of Thomas Mottaz is proud to announce that David Kempston and Thomas Mottaz have been named Minnesota Super Lawyers . Congratulations to Thomas Mottaz and David Kempston for their recognition again
July 22, 2014
Changes to the Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Law
The Minnesota Worker’s Compensation statute underwent substantial revision during the past legislative session. Most of the statutory changes will take effect October 1, 2013. The following is a short summary
August 26, 2013
Be Aware of Social Media
As the Internet expands and social media becomes ever more popular, insurance companies and their investigators and attorneys are often turning to Facebook and other internet venues to help defend
January 18, 2013
The Workers’ Compensation Insurer has Stopped my Chiropractic Treatment for my Work Injury, but my Chiropractor Continues to Recommend Further Treatment. What are my Options to get More Treatment?
After an injury, the employer and insurer are required to pay for all reasonable, necessary and causally related medical treatment. However, there are limits to the duration and frequency of certain
December 17, 2012
Does an Employer have to Purchase or have Workers’ Compensation Insurance?
Most employers in Minnesota are required to have Minnesota Workers’ Compensation insurance, or for some companies, be self-insured. There are certain limited situations where an employer may not need to
December 5, 2012
If I have a Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Case, can I Sue the Company for an Unsafe Workplace or Under an OSHA Violation?
Minnesota workers’ compensation is typically an exclusive remedy. In other words, you cannot sue the employer for damages but must file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. Despite having the
November 30, 2012
Do I need a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer to Represent me for my Injury, Even if my Claim is Small?
In most cases, the most pressing need for a lawyer comes when benefits are being denied. Even in cases when the denial involves a small amount of money or tiny
November 28, 2012
How Long Do I have to Make a Claim for Minnesota Workers’ Compensation or Work Comp Benefits?
In Minnesota, the amount of time that you have to file a workers’ compensation claim depends on two factors, including: Whether any benefits have been paid; and Whether a First
October 29, 2012
My Family Member/Friend Died from a Work Injury—Would they be able to Bring a Wrongful Death Claim for Workers’ Compensation Dependency Benefits?
It is always a tragic situation when someone dies from a work-related injury. However, you should be rest assured that dependency benefits are available to the family. Dependency benefits are
October 24, 2012
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