A powerful panel of lawmakers rejected Gov. Scott Walker’s proposal this week to eliminate the requirement that court reporters be present at workers’ compensation proceedings.
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Lawmakers to decide fate of commission that reviews ALJ decisions
A powerful panel of lawmakers will decide Thursday whether to eliminate an independent body that reviews decisions in jobless-benefits, equal-rights and workers’ compensation cases.
Read More »Why care about workers’ comp?
I practice workers' compensation law. I represent injured workers.
Read More »Workers’ comp cases could affect chief justice lawsuit
A recent decision from the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals could have an effect on the outcome of Justice Shirley Abrahamson’s lawsuit disputing her removal from the position of chief justice.
Read More »Don’t unwittingly waive your workers’ comp exemption
Be careful of the language you use when drafting indemnity provisions in contracts.
Read More »Paralyzed attorney not eligible for workers’ comp, court rules (UPDATE)
An attorney left paralyzed during a motorcycle crash that occurred when he was traveling with clients is not eligible for workers' compensation benefits, since he was not technically working when he crashed, the Wisconsin Court of Appeals ruled Thursday.
Read More »Insurers could face more fees in workers’ comp fraud fight
Lawmakers are considering special fees for insurers as the price to prevent fraud in the state’s workers’ compensation system.
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