If I Am Unable To Return To The Type Of Work I Did Before I Was Injured, What Happens?

Other Wisconsin Workers' Compensation FAQs

• Q: How Long After An Injury Do I Have To Report It To My Employer?
  A: Anytime you are injured on the job you should immediately report it to you employer. It is best to do this in writing so that both you and the employer have a written … More
• Q: How Do I Know If My Employer Is Covered By Workers' Compensation?
  A: All employees working for an employer with three or more workers are protected immediately by worker`s compensation. Employers with fewer than three workers come under … More
• Q: What Workers' Compensation Benefits Am I Entitled To?
  A: An employee who is injured at work or suffers from an occupational disease is entitled to be paid for all medical, surgical and hospital treatment relating to the … More
• Q: If I Am Injured On The Job Can I Choose The Doctor Who Treats Me?
  A: The employee may select any physician, psychologist, chiropractor or podiatrist that is licensed to practice in Wisconsin. If the employee is not satisfied with the … More
• Q: When Will My Benefits Begin And How Much Will They Be?
  A: To eliminate minor claims for temporary disability, the law requires a three­day waiting period for all disabilities lasting seven days or less. (Sundays are not … More
• Q: My Employer Has Denied My Claim, What Do I Do?
  A: A disputed claim occurs when an employee, surviving spouse or dependents believe they are entitled to worker`s compensation benefits, and the employer or insurance … More