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Filing a workers’ compensation claim or fighting a denial can be confusing and stressful. At the Law Office of Joshua Borken, we’re here to walk you through every step. Our goal is to make the process straightforward and easy to understand, both in person and through this blog.

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Dealing with COVID-19 Tragedy in the Workplace

COVID-19 cases have been increasing all throughout the state but are especially prevalent in rural areas such as our own Hibbing, MN. These cases are being commonly found in nursing homes and care centers,...
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Can all of those Minneapolis police officers get workers’ compensation benefits for PTSD?

Several recent news stories reported that close to 200 police officers have applied for PERA disability benefits and likely workers’ compensation benefits too. These applications coincided with the protests...
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Know Minnesota distracted driving laws to avoid an accident

In response to more than 60,000 distracted driving accidents from 2014 through 2018, Minnesota established a new hands-free law in 2019. The state now prohibits drivers from touching their phone or device,...
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Who’s at fault for my workplace injury?

You may be quick to place the blame when a coworker or your employer is directly responsible for your workplace injury. On the other hand, you may be reluctant to report an injury if your actions played...
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3 tips to get the most protection from your fall harness

People who work even a few feet off of the ground run the risk of suffering serious injuries in a fall. Fall harnesses may not make a fall any less likely, but they can help prevent catastrophic injuries...
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Can I get workers’ compensation benefits from getting the novel coronavirus aka COVID-19 at work?

A huge concern for workers who are considered essential employees that continue to work during the pandemic is what will happen to them if they contract coronavirus at work. The short answer is, if you...
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