Michigan Workers' Compensation FAQs

• Q: How Long After An Injury Do I Have To Report It To My Employer?
  A: Details of work­related accidents or disease should be reported as soon as possible to your employer, supervisors or other persons in charge. The Michigan Workers` … More
• Q: How Do I Know If My Employer Is Covered By Workers' Compensation?
  A: In Michigan, if your employer has three or more employees at any time or they employ one or more workers for 35 or more hours a week for 13 or more weeks, they are … More
• Q: What Workers' Compensation Benefits Am I Entitled To?
  A: You are entitled to reasonable medical care for work­related injuries or diseases. This includes medical, surgical, nursing and hospital services, and, under … More
• Q: If I Am Injured On The Job Can I Choose The Doctor Who Treats Me?
  A: Ten days after beginning medical care provided by an employer, you may elect to see a doctor of your choice. If you do, you must give your carrier notice of intent and … More
• Q: When Will My Benefits Begin And How Much Will They Be?
  A: Unless an injured worker is out of work for at least one week, the worker will not receive any benefits. When the disability lasts beyond one week, the injured worker … More
• Q: If I Am Unable To Return To The Type Of Work I Did Before I Was Injured, What Happens?
  A: In the event you return to work at a job which pays less than you were earning at the time of injury, and the reason is because you are still unable to work at your … More
• Q: My Employer Has Denied My Claim, What Do I Do?
  A: 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 … More
• Q: A Summary Of Your Rights And Responsibilities Under Worker's Disability Compensation
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• Q: Quick Reference Guide To Division Addresses And Phone Numbers
  A: L ook what’s available on our website at w ww.michigan.gov/bwuc • • What’s New Forms This page contains the latest bureau mailings and postings Various … More

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