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I Hurt My Back At Work, What Should I Do?
Michigan workers’ comp lawyer explains how to protect legal rights and why back injuries are frequently denied. Our Michigan workers’ comp lawyers are often contacted by disabled employees with back injuries. They want to know about legal rights and how to protect themselves. A common question we get asked is: I hurt my back at […]
Can I Get Workers’ Comp If I Smoke Weed?
Recreational use of marijuana is legal in Michigan so can I get workers’ comp if I smoke weed? Michigan voters approved use of recreational marijuana in 2018. Individuals can now smoke pot without fear of state or local criminal prosecution. Medical use of marijuana has also been legal since 2008. It remains illegal under federal […]
Sciatica Workers’ Comp Claims: What You Need To Know
Michigan attorney discusses sciatica workers’ comp claims and how to protect legal rights. Our attorneys have over 100 years of combined experience handling workers’ comp claims. We have represented thousands of disabled employees throughout Michigan. Many of the workplace injuries that we see result in low back pain. Here is some information about sciatica workers’ […]
PTSD Workers’ Comp Claims: Can I Get Benefits?
Michigan lawyer explains how a diagnosis of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) should be covered under workers’ comp if related to employment activities. Mental health is an important issue that does not get much attention in workers’ comp. We see people struggling every day from the demands of their jobs. Some have trouble coping with life […]
Work Related Car Accidents: Who Is Responsible?
What are some available benefits for work related car accidents and who is responsible for payment? We frequently represent employees hurt in work related car accidents. They are driving for their jobs and something unexpected occurs. It does not matter if they are professional truck drivers or just running an errand for the boss. These […]
10 Questions To Ask A Workers’ Comp Lawyer
Questions to ask a workers’ comp lawyer and how to make sure legal rights are protected. Getting hurt on-the-job is very stressful. Workers’ comp benefits can be disputed at any time. We believe knowledge is power, and injured workers should understand their legal rights. Here are our top 10 questions to ask a workers’ comp […]
Diesel Exhaust Health Effects On Truckers
What truck drivers need to know about diesel exhaust health effects and workers’ compensation benefits. This blog post is dedicated to truck drivers who suffer from diesel exhaust health effects. It is a problem that does not get much attention. Understanding legal rights is the key to getting medical treatment and lost wages paid under […]
Happy Halloween!
Our annual list of Halloween candy ideas for scary people involved in your workers’ compensation case. Fox News published an article about the worst Halloween candy for 2019. This is perfect timing for our annual list of Halloween candy ideas for the scary people involved in your workers’ compensation case. We think laughter is great […]
Payroll Fraud in Michigan: New Legislation To Increase Penalties
State lawmakers propose crackdown on payroll fraud in Michigan and its potential impact on workers’ compensation claims. NPR is reporting on new legislation that would increase penalties on businesses that commit payroll fraud in Michigan. Sponsors of the legislation claim the current system lets crooked companies steal millions of dollars owed in wages and overtime […]
Oklahoma awarded $572 million in opioid lawsuit
Lawsuit against pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson for role in the opioid crisis results in $572 million award. NPR is reporting that pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson has been hit with a $572 million award for its role in the opioid crisis. The lawsuit was brought by the State of Oklahoma and is the first […]
