There are many questions that may arise when it comes to the ins and outs of workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation is the system that provides wage replacement, medical and rehabilitation benefits to workers who are injured on the job.
Each workers’ compensation claim is different. Different employers, different insurance carriers, different circumstances, different injuries and different disabilities, all create different variables to contend with. While most workers’ compensation cases are resolved without much hassle, many others are not. According to Michigan.gov, 2/3 of all cases are voluntarily paid however, for the remaining legitimate claims, no percentage matters, all that matters is that they are not getting paid and they are injured.
Here are some frequently asked questions on workers’ compensation:
Do I Qualify For Workers’ Compensation?
It depends. Generally if the job is where the injury occurred, the answer would be yes, but there are certain circumstances which may come into question. It is situations such as this which make hiring a workers’ compensation attorney a wise idea.
Do I Need To File A Claim?
If you are injured on the job and your employer is not filing your claim, you will need to. You can find the forms to fill out a claim for workers’ compensation online at Michigan.gov/wca.
How Long Do I Have To Fill Out A Claim?
Though you should file a claim within 90 days, you have up to 2 years after the injury to make a claim.
Can I Appeal a Denial?
One of the most common questions about workers’ compensation cases which are not amicably resolved the first time is can it be disputed. If a claim is disputed it can be filed with the WCA. If a claim is dismissed by the magistrate, the decision may be appealed further to the WCAC or the Workers’ Compensation Appellate Commission and further to the Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court if necessary.
Where is the Worker’ Compensation Agency Located in Michigan?
7150 Harris Drive Dimondale, MI
Should I Hire a Workers’ Compensation Attorney in Upper Michigan?
Yes; no matter where you are, a workers’ compensation attorney can help you. APKH&C is a skilled and qualified workers’ compensation attorney in Upper Michigan. To contact us for a free consultation, fill out our free consultation form on the right hand side of this page or call us at 877.732.2491 today.