Workers' Compensation in Michigan

Michigan's workers' compensation system is supposed to be no-fault and efficient. In practice, claims are delayed, reduced, and denied — and the insurer's representatives know the system far better than the injured worker does. We level that playing field.

What benefits may be available

• Wage loss benefits — a portion of your average weekly wage while you cannot work or can earn less because of the injury.
• Medical treatment — reasonable and necessary care reasonably related to the work injury.
• Vocational rehabilitation — help returning to suitable work when you cannot go back to your old job.
• Specific loss benefits — for permanent losses such as the loss of use of a body member.

Issues we handle

We handle contested issues involving defenses, fraud allegations, subrogation, and appeals — from the first disputed payment through hearings before the Michigan Workers' Disability Compensation System and appeals beyond it. We also counsel employers and insurers who need representation in legitimate disputes.

What to do after a workplace injury

• Report the injury to your employer in writing as soon as possible.
• Get medical attention and describe how the injury happened.
• Keep copies of everything: incident reports, medical records, wage statements, and correspondence.
• Call us before signing anything that waives your rights.