Miller Cohen attorney Keith Flynn was recently retained by Michigan State Representative Phil Phelps to look into the City of Flint's water crisis. Read more in Representative Phelps' release below....
Employee And Union Rights
Employee And Union Rights
Year: 2015
How does the SSA evaluate disability claims?
Michigan residents who are disabled from work due to an illness or injury may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. SSD benefits are available to those who are able to honestly demonstrate an inability to work at any job they are otherwise qualified to...
Bill would eliminate waiting period for disability benefits
Social Security Disability Insurance helps many Americans make ends meet when illness or injury prevents them from working. But for those who are terminally ill, the disability benefits often come too late. That's because there is a five-month waiting period before an...
What are affective disorders and its SSD benefits’ requirements?
Detroit residents who are suffering from a physical issue that renders them with an inability to work will be easily recognized. Therefore, it will be a less arduous process to meet the benefits' requirements for Social Security disability when there are physical...
Is your boss misclassifying you? Find out why it matters
Misclassification of workers has been a hot topic in the news recently, owing largely to an ongoing, high-profile conflict involving the ride-sharing service Uber. Drivers for the service claim they should be treated as employees and thus entitled to certain...
Alcohol or drug addiction and receiving SSD benefits
Addiction is an issue that touches many people and families in Michigan. Whether it's drugs or alcohol, it can result in negative health consequences as well as an inability to function normally in the workplace. Often, those who are suffering from alcohol or drug...
Do SSD benefits cover skin cancer?
In the warm, long days of summer, many Michigan residents get outside to enjoy the sunshine. They head to the beach, parks and campsites around the state to take full advantage of the weather. During this time outside, many people undergo long periods of sun exposure....
Determining whether or not you qualify for SSDI benefits
Living with a serious disability -- caused either by a serious illness or injury -- can be very difficult. People can struggle with their health, their independence and their finances. Not only do many people face staggering medical bills to treat a disability, they...
Disability benefits for family members
When Michigan residents are unable to work they may not have enough money to support themselves or their family. In these cases, federal benefits may be available for an individual. Depending on the situation, a person may qualify for Social Security disability...
Social Security Disability and Michigan workplace injuries
While some Michigan residents are born with physical disabilities, others are disabled following an injury. The source of this injury varies from case to case and can include a car accident, slip-and-fall or other personal injury. In other situations, a workplace...