Injuries Covered Under Workers’ Comp in Michigan

What Are Michigan Workers' Compensation Requirements?

At Steele & Ferguson, we understand that after an accident, you may be feeling upset and confused regarding where to turn and how to go about obtaining compensation. Workplace accidents can often lead to loss of income, costly medical bills, and some people may have anxiety about confronting their employer and asking for workers' compensation. As a seasoned firm, we want our clients to know that regardless of the type of injury that they may be facing, if it happened at work while performing a work-related duty, or traveling for work, they may be entitled to receive financial assistance for their injuries.

Our Flint workers’ compensation lawyers are highly experienced, skilled legal professionals that have successfully handled thousands of workers’ compensation cases. We know how to fight for your rights and work with you to obtain the workers’ compensation benefits that you deserve.

What Is Considered a Work Related Injury or a Work Related Illness?

You may be entitled to receive workers’ compensation if you are suffering from any of the following injuries:

• Slip and fall injuries
• Back and spinal cord injuries
• Facial injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Crush injuries
• Burns
• Loss of vision
• Overuse injuries
• Chronic pain
• Hearing injuries
• Injuries caused during transportation while on-the-clock
• Injuries caused by large machinery
• Chemical or toxin exposure
• Soft-tissue injuries
• Cuts, lacerations, or sprains
• Broken bones and fractures

So what qualifies as a work related injury? Almost any injury that was sustained while the employee was on the job or participating in a job-related activity could entitle them to receive workers’ compensation.

• Related Reading: Workers' Comp FAQ

Contact Our Flint Workers' Compensation Attorney Today

In Michigan, injured employees only have 60 days to report the injury and begin the filing process to obtain workers’ compensation. The sooner you begin the process, the sooner you may be able to obtain the compensation that you deserve. If you have been injured on the job, do not hesitate to contact Steele & Ferguson and schedule a free consultation with our Flint workers’ compensation attorneys right away.