Michigan Workers’ Compensation Rules There are basic rules an employee must follow to become eligible for Michigan workers’ compensation benefits. First, the employee must report the injury to his employer. By failing to notify your employer, you are potentially endangering your ability to obtain workers’ comp benefits. Like any insurance dispute, […]
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A graduate of Notre Dame Law School, and a former Assistant Attorney General with Ohio's Attorney General's Office, Jim Lockwood has never let the fact that he is completely blind prevent him from doing anything. He is proof that anything is possible in America so long as you work hard enough to obtain it.
What To Know About Michigan Worker’s Compensation Laws
Worker’s Compensation laws In Michigan Worker’s Compensation laws are designed to financially aid workers injured while on the job by replacing lost wages and paying medical expenses because injuries without forcing the employee to sue their employer for the funds. Ordinarily, employees cannot sue their employers for injury if the employer is covered […]
Read more...Why did my attorney just send me questions to answer from the opposing attorney?
Why did my attorney just send me questions to answer from the opposing attorney? We have covered the process of discovery as well as its different forms throughout our blog. The process of discovery is often confusing to clients. For many of them, the case we represent them on is the first time they […]
Read more...WHAT’S BETWEEN THE SHEETS AT WATERVLIET’S FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES
WHAT’S BETWEEN THE SHEETS AT THE WATERVLIET’S FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES We recently filed a lawsuit on behalf of our client, a Mr. Anderson, for personal injuries, medical expenses, and emotional distress he suffered during his recent stay at the Fairfield Inn & Suites located in Watervliet Michigan. Our client’s injuries result from […]
Read more...Defective Mechanic Work Lawsuits
Defective Mechanic Work Lawsuits Getting involved in any lawsuit relating to your car mechanics can be frustrating. Generally, motor vehicle repairs are inconvenient and require some work. However, it is crucial to understand the problem and resolve it quickly. This can help prevent car accidents that can lead to serious injuries. Below is […]
Read more...Michigan Car Accident Damage Claims Get Compensation
After a person suffers injuries, property damage, and other losses in a car accident, there are multiple claims that they may be able to file for compensation and recovery of their damages. However, the types of claims a person can file, as well as the potential damages that may be included in a claim […]
Read more...What are My Rights If I Get injured as an Employee in Michigan
What are My Rights If I Get injured as an Employee in Michigan? Work injuries are not uncommon, and in some industries, such as construction, there is a higher risk for being involved in an accident on the job. However, even office employees can get hurt while performing their work duties. If you […]
Read more...What Is the Average Wrongful Death Settlement in Indiana
What Is the Average Wrongful Death Settlement in Indiana? The death of a family member is one of life’s most traumatic experiences. It gets worse, though, if you discover that the death was an unnecessary consequence of someone else’s wrongful conduct. Indiana allows certain parties to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Wrongful death […]
Read more...What Happens In A No-Fault Accident What You Need To Know
What Happens In A No-Fault Accident: What You Need To Know In Michigan, if you happen to be injured in a car accident, your No-Fault auto insurance company will pay your medical bills and lost wages, property damage and replacement services regardless of who caused the crash. You can still sue the at-fault driver […]
Read more...Elkhart Public Schools Denies Student Special Education Testing IEP
Special education students denied IEP testing by Elkhart Public Schools Early last year we posted an article pertaining to one of our clients who was being denied the ability to have her son tested to determine his eligibility for the receipt of specialized education services. For those students who qualify, the services which are […]
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