What To Do When Workers’ Comp Won’t Pay Benefits?

Michigan lawyer explains what to do when workers’ comp won’t pay benefits and gives other sources of financial relief. Michigan law requires employers to cover medical bills and lost wages for employees who are hurt on-the-job. A frequently asked question is: What to do when workers’ comp won’t pay? Unfortunately, some employers refuse to follow […]

What If My Workers’ Comp Check Is Late?

What if my workers' comp check is late?

Lawyer explains about insurance company penalties if your workers’ comp check is late in Michigan. Many of our clients live paycheck-to-paycheck. It can be a financial disaster if workers’ comp payments are delayed. This leads to a frequently asked question: What if my workers’ comp check is late? Here is some advice we give about […]

What Happens If An Employer Does Not Report An Accident?

What Happens If An Employer Does Not Report An Accident?

Michigan workers’ comp lawyer explains what happens if an employer does not report an accident and how to protect legal rights. One of the questions we get from our Michigan clients is “what happens if an employer does not report an accident?” Our attorneys have 100+ years of combined experience handling workers’ comp matters. Dealing […]

If I Was Injured At Work Can I Sue My Employer In Michigan?

If I Was Injured At Work Can I Sue My Employer In Michigan?

Michigan lawyer discusses exclusive remedy provision and lawsuits employees have when they get hurt on the job. Our law firm offers free telephone advice for anyone hurt on-the-job. Most of these callers want to know about their legal rights and how to protect themselves. They want to know if I am injured at work can […]

Workers’ Compensation And Fired While On Light Duty

Workers' Compensation And Fired While On Light Duty

Michigan workers’ compensation lawyer provides answers to the question “can you be fired while on light duty?” and explains your legal rights. We hate seeing bad things happen to good people. Unfortunately, this seems to be a theme in our workers’ compensation system. It is common for employees to be collecting workers’ compensation and get […]

Can I Sue My Employer For A Workplace Injury?

Can I sue my employer for a workplace injury?

Michigan lawyer discusses a workplace injury and how you may be able to sue your employer. Employees hurt on-the-job have significant legal protections. Many of our clients have heard about workers’ comp but they don’t quite know what it pays. Here is some information about a workplace injury and potential to sue your employer for […]

Do You Pay Taxes On Workers’ Comp Checks?

Do You Pay Taxes On Workers' Comp Checks?

Michigan lawyer discusses whether taxes are owed on workman’s comp payments. Monday, April 15, 2024, is Tax Day. It is the dreaded time of year when employees are scrambling to see if they owe money to the state and federal governments. We get lots of telephone calls and emails with the question: Do you pay […]

Slip and Fall At Work Settlements In Michigan: What To Know

Slip and Fall At Work Settlements In Michigan: What To Know

Workers’ comp lawyer discusses slip and fall at work settlements in Michigan. Many people choose to settle and trade workers’ compensation benefits for a lump sum cash payment. Here is some information about slip and fall at work settlements in Michigan. Please remember that every situation is different, so it is a good idea to […]

Can You Sue Workers’ Comp For Negligence?

Can You Sue Workers' Comp For Negligence?

Michigan attorney explains that though you can’t sue workers’ comp for negligence because workers’ comp is considered the “exclusive remedy” for injured employees, there is a potential exception to the general rule. Can you sue workers’ comp for negligence in Michigan? This is an easy question with a complicated legal answer. The short answer is […]

Workers’ Comp Settlement Process Explained

Workers' Comp Settlement Process Explained

Work injury lawyer explains the workers’ comp settlement process and how to get the most amount of money. Many of our clients want to know about the workers’ comp settlement process. They have usually exhausted treatment options and reached maximum medical improvement (MMI). This is a healing plateau where no further improvement is expected from additional […]