Navigate Minnesota’s Complex Workers’ Comp Process With A Knowledgeable Attorney

The workers’ compensation insurance system in Minnesota was designed to make it easier for injured workers to receive compensation for their workplace injuries. However, for most workers, the system can be difficult to maneuver. Many are left confused about the process and procedures. You file a claim and think your employer is taking care of you, but you find the insurer has denied your claim. The reason could be a minor technicality. Insurers and their lawyers are focused on minimizing their costs. You need an experienced advocate on your side to make sure they follow the rules and you get the benefits you deserve.

Nearly Two Decades Of Workers’ Compensation Experience

At Rosengren Law Office, LLC, we can help. Our founding attorney, Chris Rosengren, has handled all types of workers’ compensation claims in various stages for nearly two decades. Chris has participated in hundreds of hearings and appeals for workers who have been denied their benefits. If you live in or around Mankato or Southern Minnesota, you can call him to schedule a consultation at 507-387-7000.

Former Insurance Defense Attorney For Walmart

Prior to helping injured workers, Chris worked on the other side, defending insurance claims for Walmart for nearly a decade. He knows what insurers look for and what motivates them to act. Let us use our experience to ensure your claim is filed properly and timely so you can recover the benefits you need as quickly as possible.

Common Types Of Workers’ Comp Injuries In Southern Minnesota

A few examples of these include:

Sprains and strains
Back and neck injuries
Repetitive stress injuries
Knee injuries
Chemical exposure injuries
Burns/electrocutions
Injuries from exposure to extreme hot or cold weather
Cuts/lacerations
Slip, trip and fall injuries
Hearing loss
Occupational illnesses

Whether you work in health care, construction, manufacturing or agriculture, we are here to fight for what you need. You can find more examples on our common workers’ compensation injuries page.

The Types Of Workers’ Compensation Issues Chris Can Help You With

Your workplace injury should not leave you feeling stuck in limbo. Chris and his team can help you with:

Completing and filing your initial workers’ compensation claim
Evaluating the types of workers’ compensation benefits available
Gathering medical records from doctors detailing your injury
Appealing denied injury claims
Reopening old injury claims
Fighting for the appropriate amount in payments and medical treatment coverage you deserve
Pushing back against employers and their insurance companies if they try to get you to return to work before you’ve recovered

Chris also has experience helping workers who are dealing with farming accidents and meatpacking accidents. He understands how painful and stressful these types of injuries can be and represents clients from Worthington, St. Peter, Lake Crystal, New Ulm and Eagle Lake.

How A Mankato Workers’ Compensation Attorney Can Help With Nursing Injuries

A Mankato workers’ compensation attorney can help after a nursing-related workplace injury by making sure you receive the benefits Minnesota law provides and by pushing back when the employer/insurer disputes your claim, limits treatment or pressures you back to work too soon. Here are a few examples of what Chris and our team can do for you:

Confirm eligibility and preserve your claim: Chris can help you report the injury properly, document what happened (lifting/transfer, slip-and-fall, patient assault, needle stick/exposure), and meet Minnesota notice and filing requirements.
Get medical treatment authorized and paid: Chris can assist with approval for diagnostics (MRI/EMG), specialists, surgery, PT/OT, medications, and mileage reimbursement; challenge treatment denials and delays.
Protect wage-loss benefits: Pursue Temporary Total Disability (TTD), Temporary Partial Disability (TPD) and other wage benefits can ensure insurers calculate your weekly wage correctly (including differentials, overtime, and concurrent jobs when applicable).
Handle IMEs and work restrictions: Chris can prepare you for an Independent Medical Examination (IME), contest unfavorable IME opinions, and help enforce safe work restrictions and appropriate light duty.
Dispute claim denials or benefit cutoffs: Chris can represent you at the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) / Office of Administrative Hearings processes, gather evidence, and present medical and vocational support.
Address permanency and future needs: Chris can help you seek Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) ratings when appropriate and negotiate settlements that account for future care.
Coordinate vocational/rehab issues: Chris can help with QRC services, job search plans, retraining and disputes about suitable gainful employment.
Evaluate third-party claims: If a nonemployer caused the harm (e.g., defective lift device, negligent contractor), Chris can assess whether you also have a separate personal injury claim in addition to workers’ comp.

If you share what type of nursing injury occurred and where in Minnesota you work Rosengren Law Office, LLC, can outline the most relevant benefits and common insurer defenses.

Worried About Attorney Fees?

Attorney Christopher P. Rosengren is committed to meeting your goals and helping your family stay on its feet while you recover from your workplace accident. Our fee is contingency-based, so you are never responsible for attorney fees or costs associated with your claim unless we obtain benefits for you.

Who Qualifies For Workers’ Compensation Benefits?

In Minnesota, you can typically qualify for workers’ comp benefits if:

You are a full-time, part-time, seasonal or temporary employee
Your employer carries workers’ compensation insurance
You suffered an injury on the job or developed a disease or other illness directly related to your occupation

Those who typically do not qualify for workers’ compensation coverage include independent contractors, certain types of casual workers, or if you suffer an injury that is not work-related.

What Types Of Benefits Are Available With Workers’ Compensation?

Workers can receive:

A percentage of their gross weekly wages
Medical treatment coverage related to their workplace injury
Temporary or permanent disability if the injury is particularly serious
Coverage for occupational retraining if the injury leaves you unable to work in your current job

The types of benefits you can get can largely depend on your situation.

Call Our Mankato Office Today

While the workers’ compensation process can be overwhelming, working with a skilled attorney can lessen this stress and help you find peace of mind. Call our North Mankato office for a free initial consultation at 507-387-7000, or use our online form. Se habla español. We represent clients throughout Southern Minnesota, including Blue Earth and New Ulm.

Have your original workplace injuries worsened years after your accident? You may be surprised to learn you can still recover for old claims.