Question 1

What is the statute of limitations for workers' compensation in Wisconsin?

Accepted Answer

Traumatic injury claims (on/after March 2, 2016): 6 years. Occupational disease claims: 12 years. Hearing applications: 2 years from knowledge of work-relatedness. (Wis. Stat. § 102.17(4))

Question 2

What is Wisconsin's law on ttd benefits?

Accepted Answer

TTD rate: 66 2/3% of pre-injury average weekly wage, subject to state-set maximum (updated annually). 3-day waiting period; if disability exceeds 7 days, first 3 days are also compensated. Medical benefits have no waiting period. (Wis. Stat. § 102.43)

Question 3

What is Wisconsin's law on employer coverage threshold?

Accepted Answer

All employers with 3 or more employees (full- or part-time) must carry coverage. Penalties for non-compliance: up to $100/day fine plus personal liability for all claims. (Wis. Stat. §§ 102.04, 102.28)

Question 4

What is Wisconsin's law on ppd benefits?

Accepted Answer

Maximum PPD rate: $446/week (injuries on/after January 1, 2025). Scheduled losses: specific body parts have statutory weeks (e.g., arm = 500 weeks). If the worker cannot earn at least 85% of pre-injury wages, the award may be adjusted upward. Lump sum advances available without 5% interest credit (2024 reform). (Wis. Stat. § 102.44)

Question 5

What is Wisconsin's law on third-party claims?

Accepted Answer

If a third party caused the work injury, the worker may pursue both a workers' comp claim and a personal injury lawsuit against the third party. Recovery is shared per a statutory formula between the worker, employer/insurer, and the fund. (Wis. Stat. § 102.29)

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