Knee injuries are one of the most common injuries we see. Whether you slipped, twisted your knee, fell, or simply wore it out over years of physical work, a knee injury can make it tough to do your job and even harder to get through everyday life. These are some important steps we recommend to…

One of the most common questions we hear is questions relating to if workers’ compensation benefits are taxable in Michigan. The answer is almost always no. Weekly workers’ compensation benefits and lump-sum settlements are not considered taxable income in Michigan, which is why most injured workers do not receive a W-2 or 1099 for these…

About 95% of litigated workers’ compensation cases in Michigan end with a one-time, lump-sum, tax-free settlement. This 95% does include cases where benefits were denied from the beginning as well as cases where the insurance company voluntarily paid benefits for a period of time before a dispute arose. In many situations, workers’ compensation claims are…

Are wage benefits Paid Weekly or Biweekly? How often are workers’ comp benefits paid? In Michigan, workers’ compensation benefits are paid weekly. Payments typically start after 7 days of disability, but the first check is due on the 14th day your employer is notified. We understand many workers live paycheck-to-paycheck, so delays can be devastating….

Recreational marijuana has been legal in Michigan since 2018, and medically legal since 2008. But as many of you know, marijuana is still illegal under federal law. A common question we get is people wonder if they can still get workers’ comp if they smoke weed. The answer depends on the situation   What you…

In Michigan, you can settle a workers’ comp case 6 months after your injury. On average, settlements take about 12 months from the pre-trial date, especially if there is disputes. Many workers’ comp cases in Michigan result in a settlement through negotiation. This is roughly 6 months to a year if everything goes smoothly. This…

Yes. If you are on workers’ comp in Michigan, you can also apply for Social Security Disability (SSDI). You can apply for short-term disability (STD) or long-term disability (LTD). Be aware that your social security disability payments may be reduced if combined payments exceed 80% of your prior earnings. One option we recommend is to…

Contacting us here at the Law Offices Of David Zimmerman is very simple and completely free. There is no consultation charge. If you have been injured on the job, or are unable to work due to a disability, you do not have to face the system alone. Here at the Law Offices of David Zimmerman…