Common Workers’ Comp Mistakes to Avoid
On a construction site, injuries happen fast and the mistakes that hurt a workers’ comp claim usually happen just as fast. If you were hurt on a Wisconsin job site, this checklist covers the most common missteps construction workers make (often because they’re trying to be “tough,” keep the crew moving, or avoid drama). Avoiding […]
Workers’ Comp vs Personal Injury: What’s the Difference After a Construction Accident?
If you’re hurt on a Wisconsin construction site, you’ll usually hear one phrase right away: “workers’ comp.” That’s often the right starting point. But construction injuries are different from a lot of other work injuries for one big reason: there are usually multiple companies on site (GCs, subs, property owners, equipment vendors). That’s where the “personal injury” […]
What to Do If Your Employer Pressures You After an Injury
Getting hurt on a construction site is stressful. Getting pressured after you’re hurt can be even worse—because it can mess with your health, your paycheck, and your claim. If your foreman, supervisor, or employer is pushing you to “keep it quiet,” work through restrictions, or handle it off the books, here’s what to do next (Wisconsin-focused, construction-realistic). […]
Can I Be Fired for Filing Workers’ Comp in Wisconsin?
Getting hurt on a construction site is bad enough. What makes it worse is the fear many workers feel right away: If I report this, will I get fired or “laid off”? If you’re a Wisconsin construction worker dealing with a fall, a struck-by incident, a lifting injury, or something that happened around equipment or tools, […]