Posted June 29, 2026
What a Consultative Exam Is and Why the SSA Schedules One When the Social Security Administration reviews a disability claim and determines that the existing medical evidence is not sufficient to make a decision, it may schedule a consultative examination. The SSA arranges and pays for this appointment, which is conducted by an independent healthcare […]
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Posted May 27, 2026
The risks present on a construction site are real and well-documented. Heavy machinery, working at height, electrical hazards, falling objects, and unstable surfaces create conditions where serious injuries happen, even on sites that follow safety protocols closely. When those protocols are not followed, or when negligence plays a role, the consequences for workers and bystanders […]
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Posted May 08, 2026
Workers’ compensation provides important protection after a workplace ladder fall. But it doesn’t cover everything. Pain and suffering isn’t compensable under workers’ comp. Full lost wages aren’t replaced, only two-thirds. And the insurer who pays workers’ compensation benefits has a stake in minimizing what they pay, which doesn’t always align with what a seriously injured […]
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Posted May 03, 2026
Most people who’ve been injured in an accident think about their medical bills first. That makes sense. The bills arrive quickly, the numbers are concrete, and they’re the most obvious way to measure what an injury has cost. But Wisconsin personal injury law allows injured people to recover for much more than what the hospital […]
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Posted March 31, 2026
Most Wisconsin employers are legally required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. This is not optional. Under the Wisconsin Workers’ Compensation Act, businesses with three or more employees, or any employer who pays $500 or more in wages in any quarter, must maintain coverage. The requirement exists to protect workers who get hurt on the job, […]
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Posted March 16, 2026
Wisconsin’s workers’ compensation system is designed to cover employees who suffer injuries or illnesses arising out of and in the course of their employment. That language comes directly from the Wisconsin Workers’ Compensation Act, and it matters more than most people realize. Two conditions must generally be met: the injury must arise out of your […]
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Posted March 09, 2026
When a work injury keeps you from doing your job, Wisconsin workers’ compensation provides disability benefits to replace a portion of your lost wages. But not all disability benefits are the same. Whether your injury results in a short recovery or a lasting condition, the type of benefit you receive depends on the nature and […]
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Posted March 02, 2026
Most people assume that when a worker is hurt on a construction site, the employer is automatically to blame. That is often not the full picture. Wisconsin construction sites involve a chain of parties, and liability can extend well beyond the company that issued a paycheck. Understanding who can actually be held responsible is one […]
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Posted February 09, 2026
You got injured at work. Now what? In Wisconsin, you’ve got options that aren’t always obvious at first. Workers’ compensation might be available to you. A personal injury lawsuit could also be on the table. Sometimes you can pursue both at the same time. Understanding which path fits your situation makes a real difference in […]
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Posted January 15, 2026
When you get hurt on someone else’s property, the specific way you fell can affect your legal case more than you might think. Insurance companies and property owners often focus on whether you slipped, tripped, or simply fell because each scenario involves different evidence and liability arguments. At Hickey & Turim, S.C., we handle all […]
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