Duluth's Workers' Comp Attorney for Denied Claims, PTSD, and Injuries That Built Up Over Time

if you don't recover, we don't recover

Your claim was denied. Your insurer stopped returning calls. Or maybe you're not sure your injury even counts. We've heard all of it — and we've been recovering benefits for injured workers in Minnesota and Wisconsin since 2008.

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18+ Years Representing Injured Workers

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Named Minnesota Lawyer Attorney of the Year, 2011

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No Fee Unless You Recover

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Licensed in Minnesota and Wisconsin

A Denial Isn't the End. It's Where We Start.

Insurance companies deny valid claims every day — for PTSD, for cumulative injuries, for reasons that sound official but don't hold up. We're one of the few Twin Ports firms built specifically around the claims insurers fight hardest: denied workers' comp, Gillette cumulative trauma, and PTSD from workplace incidents. If you've been told no, we'd like to take a look.

Workers' Compensation and Disability Claims We Handle

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Minnesota Workers' Compensation

For injured workers in Minnesota dealing with denied claims, cumulative trauma injuries, PTSD, or insurer disputes — including union workers across the Iron Range and Twin Ports.

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Wisconsin Workers' Compensation

For workers injured on the job in Wisconsin, including denied claims and psychological injury claims that most firms won't touch.

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Social Security Disability

For workers in the Duluth, Superior, and Iron Range regions navigating SSDI or SSI applications, appeals, and coordination with existing workers' comp benefits.

Why Injured Workers in the Twin Ports Choose Garbow Law

18 years focused on workers' compensation and disability law

founded in 2008, built around the claims insurers dispute most

Named Minnesota Lawyer Attorney of the Year in 2011

for PTSD workers' compensation representation — a credential no local competitor holds

Licensed in both Minnesota and Wisconsin

one of the only Twin Ports firms practicing on both sides of the harbor

Specialists in PTSD claims and Gillette cumulative injuries

the two categories insurers deny most aggressively

Contingency fee model

if you don't recover, we don't recover

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Hear From Those We've Helped

What Injured Workers Ask Us First

  • How much does a workers' comp attorney cost in Minnesota?

    Nothing upfront. We work on contingency, which means we only recover a fee if you recover benefits. If your case doesn't result in a recovery, you owe us nothing. There's no cost to call and no obligation after your free case review.

  • What if my workers' comp claim was already denied in Minnesota or Wisconsin?

    A denial is not the final word. Most denied claims can be appealed, and many of the cases we handle are ones the insurer already said no to — including denials for PTSD and cumulative trauma injuries. The process for challenging a denial is time-sensitive, so the sooner you reach out, the more options you have.

  • Who handles workers' comp claims in Duluth, MN?

    Garbow Law Office has represented injured workers in the Duluth and Twin Ports region since 2008. We handle Minnesota and Wisconsin workers' compensation claims, Social Security Disability appeals, and cases involving PTSD and cumulative long-term injuries — including clients in Duluth, Superior, and across the Iron Range.

  • My injury built up over years, not one accident. Do I still have a claim?

    Yes. Under Minnesota workers' compensation law, cumulative trauma injuries — called Gillette injuries — are covered. If your work contributed to your condition over time, you may have a valid claim even without a single incident. We've handled these cases for 18 years, and insurers fight them hard precisely because the coverage is real.

  • What if I'm not sure I have a case?

    That's what the free case review is for. You tell us what happened, we tell you what we think. No pressure, no commitment. Call (218) 800-8020 or use the contact form and we'll take it from there.

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Client Stories. Real Impact.

Why Injured Workers in the Twin Ports Choose Garbow Law

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I had to write this review because it's something I've wanted to do for a while now. Mr. Tritico represented my family over a decade ago, I just want to say as an adult now, I cannot express in words how much appreciation I have for Mr. Tritico, he went above and beyond to ensure that we could move forward with our lives. Looking back, I can see how crucial his expertise and commitment were in getting us through that tough time. I honestly can't imagine where we'd be without his guidance and all the hard work he put into our case and how life could have been so much different as I know it. The professionalism and quality time spent on our case allowed for us to continue on with our lives. This review is long overdue, Thank you Mr. Tritico, for everything. Thank you.

Great attorney!! Amazing customer service. We had a great experience and I highly recommend.

Mr. Tritico is a consumate professional and and is extremely knowledable about the workings of the educational system. He was instrumental in the satisfactory resolution of my case. If you are a teacher, Mr. Tritico should be your first call in any legal situation.

Mr. Tritico is a consumate professional and and is extremely knowledable about the workings of the educational system. He was instrumental in the satisfactory resolution of my case. If you are a teacher, Mr. Tritico should be your first call in any legal situation.

I was in a difficult situation and 'goggled' for an attorney. When I looked at Mr. Tritico's website, I felt very confident and contacted the firm. I feel very lucky to find Mr. Tritico to represent my case. He patiently listened to my side and quoted me such a reasonable fee that I had to ask twice to make sure!!! Winning a difficult case is no small feat, and it speaks volumes about Mr Tritico's skills, dedication, and ability to navigate complex legal terrain. Mr. Tritico's strategic thinking, attention to detail, and persuasive advocacy played crucial roles in securing a favorable outcome for me. I am so relieved and so happy by the outcome. It's not just a victory for me but also a testament to Mr. Tritico's and his team's commitment and compassion to their clients. A special shout out to Joanne for the support with the paper work and timely response to my queries. Thank you so much!

Talk to a Workers' Comp Attorney Who Knows This Region

We serve injured workers in Duluth, Superior, and across northern Minnesota and Wisconsin — including Grand Rapids, Hibbing, Virginia, Ely, and International Falls. If your claim was denied, if your injury took years to show up, or if you're not sure whether what happened to you qualifies, we're the call to make.