My Employer Has Denied My Claim, What Do I Do?

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My Employer Has Denied My Claim, What Do I Do?

If you disagree with any decision of your employer or their carrier, you may file an application for hearing.

Certain types of contested cases are entitled to mediation:

If your claim concerns a definite period of time and you have returned to work.
If the claim is for medical benefits only.
If you are not represented by an attorney.
If the bureau determines that your claim may be settled by mediation.

If your claim is not resolved by mediation and the disputed amount is $2,000 or less, your case may be heard in the Small Claims Division. If the amount is more than $2,000, your case will be heard before a magistrate.

You are entitled to a hearing before an arbitrator if both you and your employer or carrier agree and request such hearing in writing.

For more information contact the Bureau of Workers` Disability Compensation at the address or number listed below.

Michigan Dept. of Consumer & Industry Services
Bureau of Workers` Disability Compensation
7150 Harris Drive
PO Box 30016
Lansing, Michigan 48909
18883965041

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