By Attorney Alex E. Eichhorn | Axis Legal, LLC
Centered on Your Recovery
If have a conceded workers’ compensation claim in Wisconsin, it means the insurance company agrees your injury is work-related. That’s a major win—but it’s not the finish line.
Even when your claim is accepted, your benefits can still be delayed, limited, or denied. In this post, I’ll walk you through what a conceded claim really means, the warning signs to look for, and when it’s time to talk to an experienced workers’ comp attorney.
What Is a Conceded Workers’ Compensation Claim in Wisconsin?
A conceded workers’ compensation claim in Wisconsin means that the insurance company is not contesting that your injury happened at work. Sounds like great news—and it is. But it doesn’t mean they’ll automatically approve:
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Ongoing medical treatment
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Weekly wage loss (TTD) payments
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Permanent disability ratings
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Long-term support or surgery
You still need to stay alert. Even conceded claims are frequently undercut by insurance tactics.
What Does a Conceded Workers’ Compensation Claim in Wisconsin Mean?
When the insurance company concedes your workers’ compensation claim, they’re not disputing that your injury occurred at work. However, that doesn’t guarantee you’ll continue to receive:
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Weekly TTD (Temporary Total Disability) checks
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Medical treatments and follow-up care
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Supportive disability ratings
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Long-term protection for your recovery
In other words, the fight may not be over.
Key Red Flags After a Conceded Work Comp Claim
1. Stopped or Missing Checks
If your wage replacement checks suddenly stop or are delayed, despite a conceded claim, it’s a strong signal the insurer is trying to limit its payout. This is one of the most common tactics we see.
2. Scheduled IME Without Warning
An Independent Medical Exam (IME) can be a tool for the insurer to dispute your doctor’s recommendations, even after a conceded claim. Be cautious—these exams can result in cuts to your benefits or premature return-to-work orders.
3. Delayed or Denied Treatment
Insurance companies may approve your claim but still block needed care—such as therapy, surgery, or diagnostic imaging. If your treatment is delayed or denied, your recovery is at risk.
4. Disagreements About Returning to Work
If your treating doctor believes you need more time, but the insurer pushes a return-to-work date based on their IME doctor’s opinion, you may be forced into a decision that risks reinjury and wage loss.
When to Call a Workers’ Comp Attorney
Even with a conceded workers’ compensation claim in Wisconsin, problems can arise fast. You don’t need to wait until things get worse.
At Axis Legal, we help injured workers enforce their rights when checks are stopped, care is denied, or settlements fall short. We’ve helped more than 2,000 workers and recovered over $30 million across the state.
👉 Need help now? Contact us for a free consultation.
📞 Call (414) 414-4814 or visit www.theaxislegal.com
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Check out this quick video explaining what to do after a conceded workers’ compensation claim in Wisconsin, and when to take action to protect your benefits.
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Real Client Example
A Milwaukee warehouse worker had his claim conceded after a shoulder injury. But within weeks, the insurance company delayed his surgery and stopped his checks. After he contacted Axis Legal, we fought to get treatment approved, back pay restored, and secured a settlement that covered his long-term medical needs.
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