Minnesota workers may know that workers' compensation is an insurance employers provide to cover workplace injuries. This insurance does not cover injuries that are self-inflicted or ones that happen due to alcohol or drug use. Most states require that employers...

Under workers' compensation law in Minnesota, all employers are liable for compensation when their employees suffer personal injuries or death while working on the job, unless the injury was the result of intoxication or self-infliction. The compensation amount can be...

While an on-the-job injury isn't a pleasant prospect, it is important that Minnesota workers understand important steps involved in reporting an incident and obtaining workers' compensation benefits. It is important to report an incident promptly to ensure that it is...

Workers' compensation insurance covers most Minnesota workers. However, some workers may not be covered by workers' compensation in certain states, including independent contractors, domestic workers and farm workers. For those employees who are covered, this...