An Overview of Workers’ Compensation Benefits Workers’ compensation (workers’ comp) helps people who get hurt or sick from the work they do. Sick or injured workers can get medical care, wage loss benefits, and vocational rehabilitation (VR). Most employers pay for workers’ comp insurance or are authorized to be self-insured. Michigan Workers […]
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Michigan Workers Compensation Rules
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, […]
Read more...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...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 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...How is Property Divided In A Michigan Divorce
In Michigan, the marital property division follows the rule of “equitable distribution.” It’s important to note, this does not mean that the property needs to be divided down the middle in a 50/50 fashion. This simply means that there’s a presumption that the property will be fair and divided in an appropriate fashion with […]
Read more...What Is A Retainer And Why Do Attorneys Require Them
What Is A Retainer And Why Do Attorneys Require Them? With most, if not all other professional service industries, customers typically do not pay for services prior to those services being rendered. Ask yourself, when was the last time you paid your doctor or psychiatrist’s a lump sum of money prior to visiting […]
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