49th Annual Worker's Compensation Update 2025

Endorsed by the Labor & Employment Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin

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Workplace injuries have serious consequences for both employees and employers, as they face difficult decisions and complex legal obligations. That’s why injured workers, their employers, and insurers turn to attorneys who understand the nuances of Wisconsin’s worker’s compensation system. The 49th Annual Worker’s Compensation Update brings together the key players, updates, and analysis you need to provide informed, effective counsel in workplace injury claims.

Your full workup

Start the day with a rapid case law review, breaking down the most significant decisions from the past year. Then hear directly from the Office of Worker’s Compensation Hearings (OWCH) and receive a legislative rundown covering new statutory changes and recent decisions from the Labor & Industry Review Commission (LIRC). Finally, conclude with a deep dive into the latest developments on Medicare Set-Asides (MSAs), including strategies, approval processes, and funding.

You’ll come away with practical insights on:

• How recent work comp case law impacts your current and future files
• Strategies for calculating Permanent Partial Disability (PPD), including stacking rules, apportionment, and case law interpreting Wis. Stat. §102.175
• Medicare coverage parts and Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) rules
• Section 111 reporting requirements for worker’s comp settlements

Don’t let critical updates pass you by! Secure your spot at the 49th Annual Worker’s Compensation Update and keep your practice current, compliant, and competitive.