Wisconsin Workers Compensation Benefits
Complete guide to workers comp benefits, filing deadlines, and rules in Wisconsin (WI).
Max Weekly Benefit
$1,168
Benefit Duration
No statutory limit for temporary total
Waiting Period
3 days (retroactive after 7 days)
Filing Deadline
2 years from date of injury (6 years for occupational disease)
Average Settlement
$20,000 – $55,000
State Fund Available
No
Key Facts About Wisconsin Workers Comp
- •All employers with 3+ employees must carry coverage
- •Benefits are 66⅔% of average weekly wage
- •Wisconsin has a well-established workers comp system dating back to 1911
- •Workers can choose their treating physician
Common Industries in Wisconsin
Workers in these Wisconsin industries file the most workers compensation claims:
ManufacturingAgricultureHealthcarePaper & PulpDairy
How to File a Workers Comp Claim in Wisconsin
- Report your injury to your employer as soon as possible. Wisconsin requires prompt written notice.
- Seek medical treatment from an authorized provider. Your employer or their insurer may have specific physician requirements.
- File your claim with Wisconsin's workers compensation board before the deadline: 2 years from date of injury (6 years for occupational disease).
- Follow your treatment plan and keep records of all medical visits, expenses, and time missed from work.
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