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4 rules for when you are being followed by a private investigator and how to protect your Michigan workers’ compensation benefits.

Insurance companies routinely hire private investigators to follow claimants and obtain surveillance video and pictures. Activity checks include speaking with relatives, neighbors, coworkers, and reviewing social media postings.

Video surveillance and social media postings are often taken out of context and used as defenses in court. The insurance company wants to find any proof that a person is faking and will spin evidence in their favor. We tell our clients to live their normal lives but follow some easy rules.

1. Stop using social media

Facebook, Twitter, Instagram will all be scoured for any incriminating comments or pictures. We recommend that you deactivate these social media accounts until after your claim is settled. Do not rely upon privacy settings as these can be easily manipulated.

2. Be aware of your surroundings

We tell our clients to be mindful of their work restrictions when outside the home. Just lifting a bag of groceries can be used to say a person can work 40 hours per week. Sunday night dinner with the family could turn into a nightmare if you lift up grandchildren. Some clients have been filmed through windows at their home or open garage door. Close blinds and keep the garage door shut. Ask relatives, friends, and neighbors to help out with home maintenance or lawn care.

3. Do not play games

Many of our clients notice when a surveillance vehicle is following closely behind them. Resist the temptation to make unnecessary or dangerous automobile maneuvers. Always drive safe!

4. Avoid confrontation

Private investigators are licensed professionals doing a job. Do not start a physical confrontation or get in their face. This will be used against you in court! We recommend calling the local police if someone is trespassing or otherwise harassing you.

Michigan Workers Comp Lawyers never charges a fee to evaluate a potential case. Our law firm has represented injured and disabled workers exclusively for more than 35 years. Call (855) 221-2667 for a free consultation today.

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Author Bio Jeffrey Kaufman

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Jeffrey E. Kaufman
Michigan Workers Comp Attorney

Jeffrey E. Kaufman has extensive experience in workers compensation cases and has recovered millions of dollars in benefits for his clients. He believes all injured workers deserve to be on equal footing with insurance companies and employers, and fights tenaciously so their rights are secured and protected.


“Jeff also helped me with getting my Blue Cross bills paid. I would absolutely recommend him and the whole firm. Jeff and the firm did everything they were supposed to do for me and my case.”
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