Can I Quit My Job While Receiving Workers’ Compensation In Michigan?
Another common question we receive is injured workers asking us if they can quit their job while receiving workers’ comp benefits in Michigan. The answer is yes, but quitting too early can seriously hurt your case and may stop your wage loss checks.
In Michigan, employers are allowed to offer “light duty” work instead of continuing full wage loss benefits. These jobs must fit within your medical restrictions, but they are not always jobs you actually want to do. We often see employers give injured workers meaningless or frustrating jobs hoping they will quit on their own.
If you voluntarily quit, the insurance company may argue you removed yourself from the workforce and no longer deserve wage loss benefits. Even if light duty was never officially offered, quitting can still be used against you later.
This is why settlement is often a better option before making major employment decisions. A settlement allows you to exchange future benefits for a lump sum payment that can be used for medical treatment, retraining, bills, starting a business, or moving into a new career.
Timing matters here. Quitting your job too soon can reduce the value of your settlement and create unnecessary problems with you claim. If you have any questions regarding settlements, or quitting your job on workers’ comp, please reach out sooner rather than later.
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