FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Attorney Mark Tracy is ready to assist you with your MN Workers Compensation matters. He has 25 years of experience and a reputation of providing excellent representation for his clients. To discuss your workers’ compensation case with Mark Tracy at no cost or obligation, call 651-224-8700.

frequently asked questions

Do I need a lawyer to file a workers’ compensation claim?

An attorney will help make sure you are getting the medical treatment you need and will make sure that you receive the correct amount of workers compensation payments.

Most injured workers delay hiring a lawyer until they have a dispute with their employer or the workers' compensation insurance carrier. Often, this is too late, and many injured workers in Minnesota have their claims denied because the appropriate steps were not taken to accurately document their work injury. Mark Tracy will help you document your injury and begin receiving benefits.

Are you an injured Minnesota worker?

Mark Tracy is ready to assist you with your MN Workers Compensation matters. He has 29 years of experience and a reputation of providing excellent representation for his clients.

Mark provides:

  • Professional legal representation, based on experience and wisdom.
  • Consistency of service
  • Responsiveness -- you never have to wonder where your case stands

What if my injury came on gradually?

An injury can occur due to repetitive movements from ordinary job duties. This type of injury can occur gradually over several years or with a sudden onset or intensification of symptoms.

An injury can occur due to repetitive movements from ordinary job duties. In Minnesota such an injury is called a Gillette injury. This type of injury can occur gradually over several years or with a sudden onset or intensification of symptoms. The specific date of a gradual injury of this type may be the date on which a worker's job duties are changed to accommodate work restrictions, the date when surgery is recommended, or a date when an the worker becomes unable to continue working, or the date when the worker first sees a chiropractor or doctor.

Gradual injuries may be covered, but it It is important to carefully document the progression of your injury. Mark will work with you to document the timeline information that insurance companies need to evaluate your claim.