The Short Answer: According to the Wisconsin Worker’s Compensation Dashboard, over 77% of workers’ initial compensation claims are approved while approximately 22% of claims are unsuccessful. Whether you’re applying for benefits or have already received a workers’ comp denial, here’s what you need to know about the appeals process and how to give yourself the … Continued
The Short Answer: In Wisconsin, you should notify your employer of a workplace injury within 30 days. This deadline can be extended up to 2 years if benefits are not paid. Longer deadlines may apply for occupational illnesses and catastrophic injuries. Your employer is responsible for submitting the workers’ comp insurance claim on your behalf. … Continued
Learn more about what workers’ comp benefits are available to injured workers in Wisconsin.
The people of Northeast Wisconsin work hard. Workers here know the value of their labor and they know that, if they get injured on the job, they are entitled to be properly compensated for that injury. However, many times the insurance companies responsible for those injuries find ways to deny claims. That is why when … Continued
With over 35 years of experience protecting the rights of injured workers in Northeast Wisconsin, Attorney Sam Bomier knows that the difficulties you’re experiencing are inexplicable. And when a national crisis threatens the normalcy of so many parts of our daily lives, it’s normal to wonder if your legal rights are at stake, too. As … Continued
New Bill Hits Home for Our Wisconsin Workers’ Comp Lawyers On Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2019, there will be a public hearing to discuss a bill that would allow first responders easier access to mental health benefits. As Wisconsin workers’ comp lawyers, this bill personally resonates with our team at Sam Bomier Law. We see the … Continued
If you have been injured at work or became sick as a direct result of your job, you could be entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits. To proceed with a workers’ compensation claim, there are certain procedures you, your employer, and the insurance carrier all need to follow before you can potentially receive benefits for … Continued
According to Statista, “In 2024, about 133.5 million people were employed on a full-time basis.” Countless people solely depend on their job to support their family, yet workers’ compensation has been an issue within society when people are injured in their work environment. Many people are unaware of how to file workers’ compensation claims when … Continued
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