Get MI ICW08 2008-2023

If your employer terminates your job while you are on workers' compensation, you don't lose your benefits until the time when you would have returned to work. These benefits continue so long as you meet the state's disabled definition, which could be for the rest of your life.

You'll need workers' comp if you have three or more employees, or one employee working more than 35 hours per week for 13 weeks or longer. Both public and private employers need Michigan workers' compensation coverage.

Your first payment is due 14 days after the onset of your disability. However, your first payment isn't considered late until 30 days after the due date of your benefits.

In Michigan, there is no workers' comp statute of limitations. An employee can always pursue future workers' compensation benefits if proper notice and claim were given. An employee must give notice of injury within 90 days of it occurring. Initial claim must be made within 2 years of the work injury.

If a disability continues for two weeks or longer, then the worker is entitled to be paid compensation for the first week of disability from the date of disablement. Paid medical leave may apply during the 7-day waiting period.

Nearly every employee in Michigan must be covered by workers' compensation insurance, with some exceptions. Employees who are exempt from mandatory coverage include: Agricultural workers who work less than 35 hours per week for 13 weeks. Domestic workers who work less than 35 hours per week for 13 weeks.

Any business with one or more employees is required to carry workers' compensation insurance in Michigan. This policy provides medical benefits for work-related injuries.

Determining when you get your workers' comp settlement check depends on several factors. A good estimate is 6-8 weeks from initial settlement discussions to getting a check in hand. Negotiation can take a couple days to a week. Settlement documents must be signed, and a redemption hearing scheduled with a magistrate.