Workers' Compensation In Michigan

Who Is Covered, Who Is Not

Most workers in Michigan are covered by Michigan Worker's Compensation if injured on the job. Some workers who may not be covered, however, include agricultural workers or federal workers such as postal carriers. Some businesses with three or fewer employees also may be exempt. A workman’s compensation lawyer in Michigan will give you complete details.

"While a typical injured employee does not know worker's compensation law, a typical employer is very much aware of how the system works and how to terminate an employee's benefits," says attorney Terry Cochran, partner in the law firm of Cochran, Foley & Associates, PC, which specializes in workman's comp and other liability cases.

"An injured worker who returns to work to a specifically created position may find that, 100 weeks later, the position is eliminated and he is laid off - no longer eligible for workers' comp," cautions Cochran. "Many employers hire doctors who are much more interested in maintaining a relationship with the employer than with accurately diagnosing the employee. My firm will help protect your rights when one of these 'hired gun' doctors tries to block you from getting necessary treatment, cut off your benefits, or send you back to work too early."

The lawyer experienced in worker's comp whom you hire also will know the administrative judges or hearing officers who preside over comp hearings, and likely will know many of the doctors and defense lawyers who are trying to block your claim. An attorney who knows the ins and outs of the system can help ensure you collect benefits due you or, if you wish, get a maximum payoff to settle your compensation claim.