A question we hear often is if filing a workers’ compensation claim will stop them from getting another job in the future. In Michigan, employers generally cannot legally refuse to hire you just based on the fact you filed a workers’ compensation claim. However, work restrictions, medical limitations, or gaps in employment can sometimes make…

Easily one of the most common questions we get asked is: “How much is my workers’ comp case worth?”  There is no exact number to fit all cases. Every case depends on the injury, future medical treatments, lost wages, and work restrictions. There are settlement calculators to help estimate what your claim may be worth….

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…

One of the biggest mistakes we see and hear about is injured workers waiting too long to report their injury. In Michigan, you generally have 90 days to report a workplace injury to your employer. Verbal communication to a supervisor may count as notice, but we highly recommend filling out an accident report and keeping…

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…

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…

Yes. In Michigan, insurance companies often stop paying benefits without notice. Insurance companies do this through a dispute of claims, and many of our clients do not realize until their checks stop coming in the mail. Here at the Law Offices of David Zimmerman, we can help you challenge the cutoff. Common Reasons For Benefits…