Each year, we publish numerous articles that contain important information for injured workers in Wisconsin. This year was no exception. Our Madison workers’ compensation lawyers published several articles throughout 2025 that discuss everything from when you can file a claim to how to avoid mistakes that could jeopardize your recovery.

So, if you are struggling with a work-related injury, what do you need to know? Here are some key insights from the workers’ compensation lawyers at Mays Law Office:

If You’ve Been Injured on the Job, You Are Not Alone

Numerous people get injured on the job every year. As a result, if you’ve been injured on the job in Wisconsin, you are not alone. All types of injuries are common; and, while some injured workers are able to recover fairly quickly, others face a lifetime of consequences.

Early in the year, we published an article highlighting the Wisconsin Department of Health Services’ new workers’ compensation dashboard, which provides statistics on workplace injuries in the state. To learn about common injuries and some of the state’s most dangerous occupations, you can read: New Worker’s Compensation Dashboard Highlights Injury and Claim Statistics in Wisconsin.

Understanding the Workers’ Compensation Benefits That Are Available to You

If you are eligible to file for workers’ compensation in Wisconsin, you may be entitled to various types of benefits. The specific benefits you are entitled to receive depend on the severity and nature of your injury, how long you will be unable to work, and various other factors. To learn about the benefits you may be able to recover for your work-related injury, you can read: What Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits Can (and Should) You Receive in Wisconsin?

Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim in Wisconsin

When you are dealing with a work-related injury, it is critical to quickly determine whether you are eligible to file a workers’ compensation claim. If you are, there are additional steps you will need to take to protect your legal rights. In this series of articles, we provide an overview of the process of assessing your workers’ compensation eligibility, documenting your claim, and seeking the benefits you deserve:

Understanding What to Expect During Your Workers’ Compensation Claim

While promptly filing a workers’ compensation claim is an important step if you are entitled to benefits, it is just the first step in the process. Once you file, you will need to continue being proactive about protecting your legal rights, and you will need to be prepared to deal with issues when they arise. To learn more about what you can (and should) expect once you file your workers’ compensation claim, you can read: 5 Key Facts About Workers’ Compensation Claims in Wisconsin: Deadlines, Notice Requirements, and More.

Do Not Rely on These Misconceptions About Filing for Workers’ Compensation

When you have a workers’ compensation claim, it is critical to ensure that you are making informed decisions. Unfortunately, there are a lot of misconceptions out there, and relying on these misconceptions can prevent you from securing the benefits you deserve. To learn some “facts” that aren’t true about filing for workers’ compensation, you can read: Common Misconceptions About Workers Compensation in Wisconsin.

Dealing with Issues During Your Workers’ Compensation Claim

Even if you are clearly entitled to benefits for your work-related injuries, you could still run into a variety of issues when filing for workers’ compensation benefits. With this in mind, it is important to be prepared so that you can respond appropriately if necessary. To learn about some of the issues you might encounter, you can read: Delays, Denials & More: Potential Issues When You File for Workers’ Compensation in Wisconsin.

Dealing with a Workers’ Compensation Denial

If your employer (or its insurance company) denies your claim for workers’ compensation benefits, you should not accept this as the last word on your claim. Unfortunately, wrongful denials are not uncommon, and many injured workers need to fight for the benefits they deserve. If your workers’ compensation claim has been denied, we strongly encourage you to read this article right away: What Can I Do if My Workers’ Compensation Claim Was Denied in Wisconsin?

What You Should Know About Hiring a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer to Represent You

Due to the complexity of the workers’ compensation process (and the importance of making sure you receive the benefits you deserve), it is critical to have an experienced workers’ compensation lawyer on your side. When you are dealing with a work-related injury, there are many ways an experienced lawyer will be able to help you—and hiring a lawyer costs you nothing out-of-pocket in this scenario. To learn what you need to know about hiring a lawyer for your workers’ compensation claim, you can read:

Filing a Personal Injury Claim for a Work-Related Injury

While filing for workers’ compensation is important, workers’ compensation benefits do not cover all of the costs associated with work-related injuries. To seek full compensation for your lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other losses, you will need to file a personal injury lawsuit. While injured workers won’t have grounds to sue in all cases, if you have grounds to file a lawsuit, it will be important to get started on your case right away. This article provides an overview of what you need to know about filing a personal injury lawsuit for a work-related injury: When Can You Sue for an On-the-Job Injury in Wisconsin?

Schedule a Free Consultation with a Madison Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Today

Do you have questions about your legal rights after suffering a work-related injury in Wisconsin? If so, we encourage you to contact us promptly. Call 608-305-4518 or get in touch online to schedule a free consultation with a Madison workers’ compensation lawyer today. 

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Lisa Pierobon Mays

Attorney Lisa Pierobon Mays, as the owner of Mays Law Office focuses her legal practice on representing Wisconsin workers who have been injured on the job. With more than twenty-five years of experience, she is dedicated to advocating for injured…

Lisa Pierobon Mays

Attorney Lisa Pierobon Mays, as the owner of Mays Law Office focuses her legal practice on representing Wisconsin workers who have been injured on the job. With more than twenty-five years of experience, she is dedicated to advocating for injured workers who have been unfairly denied their rightful workers’ compensation benefits by companies and their insurers. Lisa understands the profound impact of a work injury, including lost income, medical expenses, emotional distress, physical pain, and social isolation. She takes the time to listen to each client and develops a tailored legal strategy for their specific situation. Lisa is personally involved in every case from beginning to end, ensuring clear communication and recognizing the unique concerns, needs, and expectations of each individual she represents.

Stephen Mays

Attorney Mays, as the owner of Mays Law Office, LLC, practices in all areas of criminal and traffic defense throughout the entire State of Wisconsin. Prior to his becoming a defense attorney, Attorney Mays worked in the Dane County District Attorney’s office.

He has won OWI cases at the municipal, circuit, appellate and Supreme Court levels, and appears regularly before the Federal District Court of Wisconsin and the United States Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit. He is also admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court.

He is a past President and member of the Dane County Criminal Defense Lawyers’ Association, as well as a sustaining member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the Bar Associations for the Western and Eastern Districts of Wisconsin. He has been a member of the James E. Doyle Inns of Court, as well as the National College for DUI Defense. He is one of the original members of the Drunk Driving Roundtable – an association of attorneys dedicated to the tenacious defense of citizens accused of drunk driving.

He was selected to be a member of the Department of Transportation’s Technical Committee, and has testified before various committees regarding proposed motor vehicle legislation, most recently convincing a sub-committee to not extend the territorial boundaries for OWI enforcement. He is a frequent lecturer on the defense of intoxicated driving, which includes an annual presentation by the Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers in the “Strategies in Handling OWI Cases in Wisconsin” series, a seminar touted as a “must attend” for Wisconsin lawyers defending OWI cases.

Several of Attorney Mays’ cases have attracted substantial media attention, including the successful defense of an individual charged with killing his twin infant daughters while allegedly driving drunk. His cross-examination techniques have gained him statewide recognition as one which has police officers persuading prosecutors to amend charges so as to not have to subject them to his cross-examination again.

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