After a work accident, getting workers' compensation can be crucial for an injured party and their family. This money provides critical support that helps people get medical care and cover a portion of lost wages a person experiences because of their injury or...
Employee And Union Rights
Employee And Union Rights
Workers’ Compensation
Winter is coming: Tips to prevent cold weather accidents on the job
Michigan winters can be treacherous, particularly for people who must work outside or battle the elements on a regular basis. With winter just around the corner, now is the perfect time for employers and workers to ensure they know how to prevent work-related...
What are the most common safety violations in the workplace?
No matter where you work, state and federal regulations are in place to ensure that the environment is safe for workers. Unfortunately, not all employers follow the rules and, instead, take shortcuts. Whatever the reason, an employer’s refusal to play by the rules can...
Long-haul COVID and how it’s affecting workers
Just months ago, people were planning to return to some semblance of normalcy as multiple COVID-19 vaccinations became available. Unfortunately, those who already had COVID (as well as unvaccinated individuals and those who experience breakthrough infections) continue...
Workers’ comp claim denied? Know your options
Suffering a work injury can be upsetting enough without the complications of having a workers' compensation claim for that injury denied. However, it is crucial to know that a denied claim is not necessarily the end of your workers’ compensation claim. You can appeal...
Can I get an injury without an accident?
When employees like construction workers, tradespeople, and manufacturers think about workplace injuries, they are likely thinking about accidents that cause employees to suffer catastrophic injuries. While there are many ways someone can get hurt in a workplace...
Poor ventilation puts workers in real danger
Imagine a dangerous work environment. What does it look like? Most people would think of places like industrial plants and construction sites. But the fact is that any workplace can become dangerous to workers when it has poor ventilation. The consequences of...
Can working too much make people sick?
When people think about work-related illnesses, they might think about getting the flu from co-workers or suffering toxic exposure to harmful substances. However, a recent report from the World Health Organization notes that work itself could also be making some...
4 mistakes to avoid after a work accident
Work accidents can be highly disruptive when they result in serious injuries. Victims often must leave work, go to the hospital and deal with the pain and stress of the accident. In this flurry of activity, a workers' compensation claim could be the last thing on your...
Not all Mich. firefighters can get workers’ compensation for job-related cancer
Detroit's firefighters are there day and night to protect us during an emergency. These heroes often risk their health and safety in the line of duty. Many of these health hazards happen not during an accident at a fire but after years of exposure to toxic chemicals....