If you are receiving workers’ comp benefits, you may have the option to trade future benefit payments for a large one-time lump-sum settlement. The question is: is this the right decision for you? We will dive into the pros and cons of deciding to reach a settlement, and explain how workers’ comp works. Workers’…

Understanding the Differences Between Workers’ Compensation and Personal Injury Settlements In Michigan At our law firm, we talk to people every single day who are facing the fear, pain, and confusion that come after a workplace injury. We understand being injured at the workplace is so much more than simply missing work. It’s about supporting…

  How To Report A Work Related Injury and Protect Legal Rights Many of our clients never imagined they would get injured at work. When it happens, they are often overwhelmed and unsure about how to report a workplace injury in Michigan. Will their employer be upset? Could they lose their job? To help ease…

  Watch Out For Surveillance While On Workers’ Comp in Michigan If you are receiving workers’ compensation in the State of Michigan, you should be aware that insurance companies may be watching you, literally. Many individuals do not realize that surveillance and activity checks are fairly common tactics utilized by insurance companies to deny claims…

In most cases, you shouldn’t agree to a settlement until your doctor says that you’ve reached what’s usually called “maximum medical improvement” (MMI). This is the stage in your recovery when your condition has plateaued, and you’re not likely to improve with further treatment. In other words, you’re as good as you’re going to get….

For many, it is surprising to learn how complicated it is to recover compensation for your damages caused by another individual or company’s negligence. One of the many important components to a worker’s compensation claim is proving the other party is at fault. Knowing what you need to do can be overwhelming, which is why…

When faced with a denied workers’ compensation claim, you first need to collect the relevant medical records and documentation to support the need for denied medical care. Then, you can enlist the help of a workers’ compensation attorney to assist with navigating the appeals process, advocating for medical benefits, and advising on increasing medical benefits…

It is improper for your employer to terminate you because you have filed or may file a workers compensation claim in Michigan. Employers often refuse to contact their insurance company and advise injured workers to put the medical through your private health insurance. This is improper as well. If you sense that your employer is…