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When determining a person's disability status, the Social Security Administration (SSA) takes three important factors into account: age, education and work experience. These elements inform their decisions when assessing the person's ability to perform similar or less...
Losing a job is upsetting, but if the termination also violates your rights as a Michigan employee, you could have legal options to remedy the situation. Knowing what steps to take after a wrongful discharge can be essential. Collect Paperwork and Correspondence...
Michigan's workers' compensation program provides benefits to employees who experience injuries on the job. These benefits include payment for medical expenses, lost wages and vocational rehabilitation. However, not all claims are approved, and many employees find...
After any work-related illness or injury, reporting it to your employer is crucial. Not only will this affect your options for collecting workers' compensation to help you with recovery, but creating a record of an incident could shed light on a more pervasive issue...
Taking leave from work to care for a loved one or to welcome a new baby should be a time for workers to focus on their families. It should be an opportunity to care for those who need it without the pressures and stress of work or giving up their livelihood. In most...
Any type of punishment at work can be embarrassing and upsetting. Depending on an employer's actions, your paycheck, benefits and reputation can take a hit if you face employment penalties. Knowing whether their actions are lawful can help you protect all these things...
Members of the LGBTQ community in Michigan know all too well that they face harassment and discrimination on the job more than many other people. Fortunately, recent court rulings and legal interpretations have extended protections for LGBTQ workers against workplace...
Car accidents can happen on any road at any time, including any time you are working. If you are on the job and get hurt in a crash, know that you could have multiple options for pursuing financial relief and remedies. Workers' compensation In some cases, after a car...
Returning to work after having a baby can be incredibly challenging for any parent. You can be exhausted and sad to leave your new baby; if you are a lactating mother, you could also have physical needs and discomfort that can affect your typical workday. If you are...
Social Security benefits can provide tremendous relief if you experience a disabling injury or illness. These payments can serve as a lifeline during a time when most people do not know how they will get the care they need and still make ends meet. Thus, the fear of...