Filing a Work Comp Claim 

What Can I Expect When Filing a Work Comp Claim in Michigan?

Filing a Workers' Compensation Claim Without an Attorney

The Michigan Workers' Compensation Agency (WCA) administers the Workers' Disability Compensation Act and resolves all disputed claims involving injured workers. If the insurance carrier for your employer (or your employer if self-insured) has denied your claim, you can file an Application for Mediation or Hearing with the WCA.

If you are not represented by an attorney, your claim will be assigned to a mediator and your case will scheduled for a teleconference with you, the mediator and a representative of the employer or insurer. The mediator will try to help you and your employer or the insurer reach a settlement. However, if the matter cannot be resolved, your case will be sent to a magistrate and put on the trial docket.

Filing a Workers' Compensation Claim With an Attorney

If you are represented by an attorney, the Workers' Compensation Agency will not assign your claim to mediation. Instead, your claim will be immediately sent to a magistrate and scheduled for trial.

When Do I Need to Have an Attorney? At Miller Cohen, P.L.C., our lawyers will speak with you or any injured worker about filing a workers' compensation claim during a free consultation. We can help you determine if you should apply for mediation or not. If you decide to apply for mediation, we will send you the necessary forms and instructions on what you need to do.

Contact Us For Free Advice About Mediation of Worker's Comp Claims

We will work with you on a step-by-step basis at no cost throughout the entire mediation process. If your work injury claim is not resolved through mediation, we can help you pursue the benefits to which you are entitled through further negotiation or litigation. Contact our firm to speak with an experienced workers' compensation attorney about your claim. Call us at 313-964-4454 or 800-221-6021.

In cases where we are formally representing you in filing a workers' compensation claim, our attorney fees are a percentage of the past-due benefits you are awarded. There are never any legal fees owed unless you recover benefits.

When Should I File For Mediation? While each case is different, it may be a good idea to attempt to mediate a work comp claim if the dispute is small (involves 2 months or less in wage loss or $2,000 or less in medical bills). Please note, if the injured worker continues to be disabled, it is unlikely that the employer and insurer will agree to pay wage loss on an ongoing basis through mediation.

Contact us for more information about understanding workers compensation in Michigan. We have been protecting worker's rights and pursuing justice for injured employees for more than 40 years.