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In Michigan, workers compensation benefits should generally continue even if youre terminated, provided your injury prevents you from working. Attorneys typically work on a contingency basis, meaning they only get paid if they recover benefits for you. Charging for paperwork without recovery is unusual, so its important to review your agreement for any specific terms. If terminated while on workers comp, the company is generally required to continue paying benefits if your injury prevents you from working. Consult your lawyer for specific advice related to your case.Full Conversation
Workemens comp
Hi ****! In Michigan, workers' compensation laws are designed to provide benefits to employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses.
Here are some key points:
- Employees can receive medical treatment, wage loss benefits, and rehabilitation services.
- Benefits vary based on the injury and recovery time.
- Claims must be filed promptly.
Could you share more about your situation or any specific questions you have?
Yes I spoke with a lawyer and he has that if he doesn't recover anything that he can charge me for filing paperwork.
It sounds like you're dealing with a workers' compensation issue, ****. In Michigan, attorneys typically work on a contingency fee basis for workers' comp cases, meaning they only get paid if they recover benefits for you. Charging for paperwork without recovery might not be standard. It could be helpful to clarify this arrangement with your lawyer and confirm the terms of your agreement.
Is there anything else specific you'd like to know about this process?
So he can come back and charge me for getting medical information. That I said he can ask for.
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In Michigan, workers' compensation attorneys generally work on a contingency basis. If the lawyer charges fees for obtaining medical information without recovering benefits, it would be unusual. It's important to check your agreement for any specific terms related to such charges. Do you have any other questions or need further clarification?
If the company was paying workemens comp. Than they terminated you. While on workemens comp. Do the they still have to pay. Sense I can't return to work. Because I was do for surgery.
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In Michigan, if you're receiving workers' compensation benefits and are terminated, the company may still be required to continue paying benefits if your injury prevents you from working. Benefits depend on the extent of the injury and your recovery. It's essential to consult with your lawyer for specific advice related to your case.
If you have more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask!
While on workemens comp. If you get terminated. Does the company have the right to stop workemens comp.
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In Michigan, termination from your job does not automatically stop workers' compensation benefits. If your injury prevents you from working, the company is generally required to continue paying these benefits. It's best to consult with your lawyer for specific advice tailored to your case. Do you have any other questions?
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