SAINT PAUL, MN – February 03,
2026 — When a workplace injury occurs, it
can have a profound impact on an employee’s life physically, emotionally, and
financially. Arechigo & Stokka,
a Saint Paul–based law firm specializing in criminal
defense and workers’ compensation,
is dedicated to helping injured workers throughout Minnesota understand their
rights and secure the benefits they deserve under the state’s workers’
compensation system.
Minnesota’s workers’ compensation program exists to provide
medical care, wage replacement, and support services to employees who are hurt
on the job, regardless of fault. Yet navigating the system, especially at a
time when one’s health is compromised, can be overwhelming. Injured workers
commonly face complex paperwork, disputes over benefit eligibility, delays in
treatment approvals, and disagreements with insurance carriers. Having
experienced legal counsel can make all the difference in ensuring fair
treatment and timely recovery support.
“Workers’ compensation is a safety net that every injured
employee should be able to rely on,” said Joshua R. Stokka, co-founder of
Arechigo & Stokka. “Unfortunately, insurance companies often look for ways
to minimize payouts or deny claims. Our team advocates for workers to make sure
their rights are protected and their needs are met.”
Since its founding in 2007 by long-time friends John
Arechigo and Joshua Stokka, the firm has built a reputation for personalized
attention and tireless advocacy. Understanding the nuances of Minnesota’s
workers’ compensation laws is essential when preparing claims, appealing
denials, or negotiating settlements. Arechigo & Stokka works closely with
clients to document injuries, gather medical evidence, and communicate with
insurers so that claimants receive appropriate benefit levels for medical care,
rehabilitation, and lost wages.
In addition to initial claims, the firm assists with
disputes that arise when employers or insurers challenge the severity of an
injury, question causation, or delay necessary treatments. Legal representation
helps level the playing field, ensuring injured workers are not left to
struggle on their own against well-funded insurance defense teams.
The attorneys at Arechigo & Stokka also guide clients
through the process of requesting hearings, appealing unfavorable decisions,
and securing long-term disability support when injuries have lasting effects.
Their client-focused approach builds trust and provides reassurance at every
step of the process.
Common workers' comp cases include:
Serving clients across Minnesota, Arechigo & Stokka
remains committed to empowering workers with trusted legal guidance and
unwavering support. Whether a worker is dealing with a slip and fall,
repetitive stress injury, or more severe workplace accident, the firm’s
expertise helps injured employees pursue the benefits they need to recover with
dignity.
We are a statewide firm
with offices in Minneapolis, Battle Creek, Brooklyn Park, Dakota County, Mendota Heights, Roseville, Mendota, Washington County, Bloomington, Eden Prairie, Rochester, Duluth.
To learn more about workers’ compensation rights and how
Arechigo & Stokka can assist, visit:
https://arechigo-stokka.com/blog/minnesota-workers-compensation-guide/
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