Employee guide to Minnesota's workers' compensation system
This guide briefly explains how current Minnesota laws apply to work-related injuries or illnesses occurring on or after Oct. 1, 1995. This is not a full description of the workers' compensation system. Please refer to the text of the law or contact Benefit Management and Resolution at (651) 284-5032 or 1-800-342-5354.
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| Save copies of all claim-related documents, letters, forms, benefit checks and medical bills, especially the First Report of Injury form. |
| Keep track of your mileage and parking fees for medical visits, vocational rehabilitation services and job-search visits. |
| Save notes of phone conversations. |
| Put your name, Social Security number, date of injury, employer and insurance company on all papers and forms you send to the Workers' Compensation Division. |
| Keep your employer informed about your recovery and plans to return to work. |
| Call DLI Benefit Management and Resolution if you have any questions:
(651) 284-5032 or 1-800-342-5354. |